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It's a case of the missing checkbook

Opinion: The checkbook was not visible in the picture that ran on the front page of the March 24 edition of


HIGH FIVE The week's biggest hits

TELEVISION 1. "American Idol" (Tuesday), Fox. 2. "The Apprentice," NBC. 3. "American Idol"


POLICE AND FIREFIGHTERS Trustees call 9 back to their jobs

One of the officers said he knows he could be laid off again in the future. & lt;a


MAHONING VALLEY Sign of the times: No guns allowed despite new law

A state-funded Weed and Seed program is paying for the additional overtime. By HAROLD GWIN


TRUMBULL COUNTY Polivka opposes adding storm-water fee to taxes

The fee is expected to raise $750,000 a year to reduce water pollution. & lt;a


HIGH SCHOOLS Howland baseball team takes two from Struthers

STRUTHERS -- The Howland High baseball team won a pair of 5-4 victories over Struthers in a Metro


AROUND THE NHL Saturday's other games

Blues 4, Predators 1 NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Brian Savage scored the tiebreaking goal at 2:43 of the


MAJOR LEAGUE STANDINGS

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Div.WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Tampa Bay21.667--z-2-1W-12-10-00-0


BGSU hailed for mercury-reduction work

BudgetedSpent 2001 General duty: $75,000 $64,330. Court time: $55,983 $55,983. Shooting


MAHONING COUNTY COURT Man who had sword in cane sentenced to jail

The cane has a removable handle with a blade attached to it. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR


COLLEGE BASKETBALL AT A GLANCE

NCAA TOURNAMENT MEN DIV. I OPENING ROUND Florida A & amp;M 72, Lehigh 57 EAST


Today is Palm Sunday, April 4, the 95th day of 2004. There are 271 days left in the year. On this

Today is Palm Sunday, April 4, the 95th day of 2004. There are 271 days left in the year. On this


VACATION POLL Americans plan to spend more on trips

More people are taking shorter vacations. NEW YORK (AP) -- Eight out of 10 Americans plan to spend


YSD INDUSTRIES Local plant will serve as springboard

The new owner likes the work force and products at a local plant. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


SUCCESS STORY | DR. JOSEPH GRUNENWALD Educator brings experience, stability to post

Once Dr. Grunenwald started at Clarion University, he never left. By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR


MAHONING COUNTY FOREST Council decides on compromise to Poland leash law

A councilman said he'd 'put human rights over dog rights.' By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF


YSD INDUSTRIES New owner makes changes toward greater efficiency

The new owner expects to add at least $5 million in annual sales to YSD. BY DON SHILLING


LOCAL

LOCAL Prep coaches asked to report game results High school coaches and statisticians can report


Letter was shocking, Nichols' ex-wife testifies

McALESTER, Okla. (AP) -- Terry Nichols' former wife, Lana Padilla, testified that she was shocked by


Southern dishes take shortcuts

By KATE NICHOLSON SOUTHERN LIVING For this collection of Southern dishes, we've chosen some all-


MASTERS Singh sets his sights on replacing Woods

The 41-year-old wants to be the No. 1 golfer in the world. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) -- Vijay Singh


Schenscher blossoms in Yellow Jackets win

The 7-footer from Australia had 19 points and 12 rebounds. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Seven-footers may


BUSCH SERIES Kenseth's completed pass goes a long way

The race actually ended under its eighth caution. FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- Matt Kenseth took the


REGIONAL AIRPORT Vacation Express: to Florida, to Myrtle Beach, to ... ?

It's too early to talk about additional flights, company officials say. By STEPHEN SIFF


Spiritual garden sites grow as people seek peaceful places

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS With spring's arrival, some homeowners are busy preparing their gardens.


He plays the field, comes up a winner

One of the contestants, a friend of Palmer's, was really a spy. NEWARK, N.J. (AP) -- The


Adu makes MLS debut in D.C. United's win

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Freddy Adu didn't score. He didn't even have a good run with the ball. He was


MAHONING COUNTY Man gets prison for theft, chase

The chase reached speeds of more than 100 mph. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER


AGENDA

AGENDA TUESDAY United Local Board of Education special session, 7:30 p.m., High School Library.


NEW SEASON Spring wardrobe bursts with color

Pink and green lead the palette of colors. NEW YORK (AP) -- It's the rainbow after the storm.


U.S. MARSHALS SERVICE MOST WANTED Thomas May Jr.

Name: Thomas May Jr. Age: 24. Height: 6 feet. Weight: 194 pounds. Eyes: Brown. Hair:


POLICE VACANCY Poland Twp. committee prepares to pick chief

The committee is reviewing r & eacute;sum & eacute;s. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


Best Bets on TV Tonight

As Easter approaches, "Secrets of the Dead" (8 p.m., PBS) looks at the long-standing controversy


The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. paid out a record $2.5 billion in benefits last year to retirees

The Pension Benefit Guaranty Corp. paid out a record $2.5 billion in benefits last year to retirees


Annika fires 70 for lead

Annika Sorenstam leads Meg Mallon and Rosie Jones after two rounds. ASSOCIATED PRESS LOS ANGELES


LOWER GIRARD LAKE Extension request for dam rejected

The state says Girard's new deadline for scheduling dam work is May 24. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


The team president will leave after next season.

The team president will leave after next season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Carmen Policy will step down as


Smith's two-hitter leads Ursuline to win

STRUTHERS -- Ursuline High baseball pitcher Pat Smith (1-0) pitched a two-hitter and struck out six


PREP SOFTBALL Freshman Courtney helps guide Mooney to win over Liberty

Ursuline pitcher Maureen Cearfoss threw a shutout to beat Western Reserve. YOUNGSTOWN -- Freshman


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in


Weir credits wife, perseverance for winning first Masters crown

He fits the mold of other recent champions Jose Maria Olazabal and Vijay Singh. By DOUG FERGUSON


Getting out of credit-card trouble

Here's an ominous statistic: The number or credit-card holders who were seriously behind in their


Miss USA gets on-air proposal

Miss USA gets on-air proposal LOS ANGELES -- Miss USA Susie Castillo has some new diamonds to


Lady Liberty takes a risk

Opinion: Detroit Free Press: It is hoped the message inherent in Interior Secretary Gale Norton's decision to


DINNER MENU Be a chicken-thigh master with this one-skillet dish

By JOE GRAY CHICAGO TRIBUNE A good break from the ubiquitous deboned, skinned chicken breasts


Pacific artworks exhibit

Pacific artworks exhibit The Walters Art Museum in Baltimore is the exclusive East Coast site for


UConn achieves 24-hour sweep

The Huskies beat Tennessee for their third straight national championship. NEW ORLEANS (AP) --


Frank Bubba's widow enjoys sky-high view in Alamodome

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Ruth Bubba was about as far away from the action as it was possible to get in


MENSWEAR Male consumers fall into three categories

The number of men who now shop alone has increased. NEW YORK (AP) -- The male consumer -- whether


ENGLISH FESTIVAL

ENGLISH FESTIVAL Results More results from the recent 26th annual Youngstown State University


TENNIS Serena Williams wins first tournament after long layoff

She defeated Elena Dementieva in 50 minutes, 6-1, 6-1. KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. (AP) -- Serena Williams


MEGA MILLIONS For false claim, woman is fined, put on probation

The city of South Euclid spent thousands on the investigation and security. SOUTH EUCLID, Ohio


METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE Canfield's Banna fires one-hit shutout

The senior pitcher struck out 10 in the Cardinals' 3-0 victory over Poland. By PAUL TRGOVAC


ANGLING TIPS | Jack Wollitz

Cheer up, anglers. The fish aren't exactly jumping into the boat right now, but the action is sure


Yellow Jackets sting Cowboys with another thriller

SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Win close one after close one, the way Georgia Tech's Yellow Jackets have done


Florida witness seeks share of reward in capture of cop killer

The Florida man in line for the reward says he tried to meet with the mayor. & lt;a


MIKE BRAUN Youth turkey hunt expanded

There will be expanded opportunities for young Buckeye State hunters to bag a gobbler during Ohio's


NBA wants to form a minor league

COMBINED DISPATCHES NEW YORK -- NBA commissioner David Stern is interested in creating a


Pirates will stick with the bargains

PITTSBURGH -- From opposite ends of Pennsylvania, the Pittsburgh Pirates and Philadelphia Phillies


REGION

REGION State releases figures on Mercer Co. job losses SHARON, Pa. -- The manufacturing industry


Castledale pulls off upset

The winner, a 30-1 pick, survived a foul claim in the frantic finish. ARCADIA, Calif. (AP) --


Police say they've fixed lapse in 911 coverage

Township trustees suspended a dispatcher last month. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


Loss of jobs in Ohio demands quick action

Opinion: The latest report from the U.S. Department of Labor paints a bleak picture for Ohio. In February,


& lt;B & gt;BAROVICH & lt;/B & gt;, Alfonso, 84, of Sharpsville,

& lt;B & gt;BAROVICH & lt;/B & gt;, Alfonso, 84, of Sharpsville, Pa.; private


BOARDMAN Work set for part of road

It's the second time the road has been closed for the widening project. By BOB JACKSON


WEIRTON STEEL Creditors offer $261.2 million

The bid is a counteroffer to ISG's bid of $255 million. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- A group of


Pros offer tips on how to pick a foundation

NEW YORK (AP) -- Foundation can be your best friend, perfecting skin tone and creating a flawless


WWW.VINDY.COM Newspaper offers expanded content to Web subscribers

New features include archives of all locally written stories. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Vindicator is


ZONING Sharon planners back Special District proposal

& lt;a href=mailto:gwin@vindy.com & gt;By HAROLD GWIN & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR


Pineapple Glazed Ham

PINEAPPLE GLAZED HAM 1 boneless smoked ham (about 14 pounds) 1 medium-size fresh pineapple,


SPRING TRAINING Indians spoil Phillies' new stadium debut

Former Indian Jim Thome got the first hit, a home run, in the 6-5 loss. ASSOCIATED PRESS


Musicians sought for college festival

Musicians sought for college festival MEADVILLE, Pa. -- Applications are being accepted through


GUND ARENA Warriors dim Cavs' playoff hopes

Cleveland's comeback faltered down the stretch in a 103-100 setback. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Jason


Chaney Robotics Team qualifies for semifinals

YOUNGSTOWN -- The Chaney High School Robotics Team participated in the FIRST Robotics Buckeye


CRIME SOLVERS

CRIME SOLVERS Mercer County A garage burglary is the focus of Mercer County Crime Solvers this


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Mother dislikes school's policy of identifying student by number

Dear Annie: I would like to get your opinion about something that is happening at my child's school.


Okafor's dominance sends UConn to finale

The All-American scored 12 points down the stretch to defeat Duke, 79-78. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- With


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY Marriage licenses Jayme P. Rice, 29, of 4432 York St., Farmdale, and Amanda J.


GAIL WHITE Who wins when it's Maker of the Universe vs. Maker of the Lunches?

Some stories you just never live down. My children will never let me forget the day I got mad


'Big Bird' gets in Cowboys' way

Luke Schenscher, who is 7-foot-1, was a big factor in Georgia Tech's win. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- Go


2010 PLAN Sharing ideas on the city's future

Dominant topics were loft-style housing and more recreation space downtown. & lt;a


A family that plays together

Their mother started teaching them music when they were infants. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--George Scooter (T Jones)2.602.102.10 Iwasborntoboogy N (K


Burnett, Reed cut by Pirates

Pittsburgh reached its 25-man roster and finalized its starting rotation. BRADENTON, Fla. (AP) --


HAIRDOS Women interested in fringe benefit

Do like a starlet and experiment with some trendy bangs. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Like


LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-5-6 Pick 4, 8-3-9-5 Buckeye 5, 2-7-10-30-31 Mega Millions, 8


Browns' Policy set to step down

The team president will leave after next season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Carmen Policy said Wednesday he


Most Shiites remain neutral, waiting to see who wins

American soldiers are fighting on many fronts throughout Iraq. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR


MONDAY

MONDAY Sharpsville High School Auditorium, 301 Quarry (Blue Devil) Way, Sharpsville, 9 a.m.-2 p.m.


CAMPAIGN 2004 Kerry outlines plan for new jobs

A pollster says the economy is the top issue among Ohio voters. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Cutting taxes


HOW-TO 'EYE-DEAS' From the experts

Several well-known makeup artists share their tips for applying mascara in order to give eyes a


SEPT. 11 COMMISSION Rice's testimony before panel comes at a critical time in the war on terror

Some have questioned the adviser's demeanor in recent interviews. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON


Fox pulls the plug on 'Wonderfalls'

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Fox TV fantasy-drama "Wonderfalls" dried up in less than a month. The


'PASSION' Theater number to expand

Demand is expected to rise over Easter weekend. KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE LOS ANGELES -- Films that


GEM OF THE YEAR Florence Wang honored by Medical Society Alliance

The award recognizes exceptional volunteer service. CANFIELD -- Florence Wang was honored as Gem


BLUE JACKETS Nash nets 41st goal in 4-1 triumph

Goalie Marc Denis stopped 32 Red Wings shots. DETROIT (AP) -- Rick Nash broke a 1-1 tie with his


HARTZELL MURDER Florida witness seeks share of reward in capture of cop killer

The Florida man in line for the reward says he tried to meet with the mayor. By PATRICIA MEADE


IAAP Judge Durkin to address Yo-Mah-O Chapter event

The dinner will be April 21 at Antone's. BOARDMAN -- Judge John Durkin will be the featured


Weather brings baseball blues

A friend of mine who coaches a summer baseball program had this to say about our youth: "Any kid


GUND ARENA Toronto crushes Cavaliers' hopes with late victory

Cleveland is three games behind Boston for the eighth playoff spot. CLEVELAND (AP) -- There's


If you love a poem, take time to share it with a student

Opinion: If you love a poem, take time to share it with a student EDITOR: Spring is finally here, and


GEORGIE ANNE GEYER Energized NATO: new options

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- For those not afraid to remember today, think about the immediate years after the fall


FEDERAL/MAC Spartans deafeat Hoover in 10th

Michelle High's 11th-inning grounder scored the winning run as Struthers nipped Niles. BOARDMAN --


GAMES (OLDER) PEOPLE PLAY

GAMES (OLDER) PEOPLE PLAY "Call of Duty": World War II simulation game. Twenty-four characters,


NASCAR Seasoned veterans start on front row

Bobby Labonte and Bill Elliott broke the mold. FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- Move over "Young Guns,"


Today is Wednesday, April 7, the 98th day of 2004. There are 268 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Wednesday, April 7, the 98th day of 2004. There are 268 days left in the year. On this date


NBA ROUNDUP | Tuesday's other games

Pistons 102, Magic 86 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Rasheed Wallace had 17 points and 11 rebounds to help


By ROGER BISPECK

By ROGER BISPECK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT No candy for Easter? What's a kid to do? Some


And you thought salt was only for flavoring

And you thought salt was only for flavoring Some new uses for familiar gadgets are listed in the


Channing joined cast at last minute

The role of Betty Rizzo in 'Grease' is no longer the actress's signature role. By ED BARK DALLAS


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL Howland 5-5, Struthers 4-4 LINESCORES HOWLAND 5, STRUTHERS 4


BRIDGE

Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH x K 7 u A K 4 v Q 8 7 6 w A 5 3 2 WEST EAST x J 10


AROUND THE HORN | Tuesday's other games

American League Red Sox 4, Orioles 1 BALTIMORE -- Curt Schilling allowed one run over six


YSU FOOTBALL Terracina eyes big season

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- When Nick Terracina transferred to


NBA Barkley wants to enter HOF as a Sun

The basketball hall of fame says Charles Barkley will go in representing himself. KNIGHT RIDDER


THE RAYEN SCHOOL Ceremony honors members of JROTC, retiring instructor

Sgt. 1st Class John R. Ayers, JROTC instructor, is retiring July 1. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


NOTEBOOK From Augusta National

Nice record: Vijay Singh would be 81 years old by the time he matched Arnold Palmer's streak of 50


Pre-med program at TMH offers insight into care

Pre-med program at TMH offers insight into care WARREN -- Forum Health Trumbull Memorial Hospital


NASCAR NOTEBOOK From Texas Motor Speedway

In need of a jump-start: Dale Jarrett is happy to be back in Texas. The former season champ is off


COMMUNITY IMPROVEMENTS 20/20 Austintown plan impresses

The plan will be posted on the Web in the coming weeks. & lt;a href=mailto:hill@vindy.com


Suspect in fatal smuggling case is arrested

BROWNSVILLE, Texas (AP) -- A Texas man who police say played a role in the nation's deadliest


A champion again

A champion again Serena Williams skipped and grinned and blew kisses, a little surprised to be a


LIGHTING PRODUCTS INC. Vandalism frustrates company official

By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF HUBBARD -- Vandals are cutting into Lighting Products


NCAA WOMEN Taurasi, Whalen key spot in semis

The stars for UConn and Minnesota lead their teams against each other. MINNEAPOLIS-ST. PAUL STAR


"Each day this legislation is not considered is another day consumers remain unnecessarily at risk

"Each day this legislation is not considered is another day consumers remain unnecessarily at risk


Play becomes international hit, expects to gross billion dollars

The show is presented in the native language of the country where it's playing. LONDON (AP) --


JOHN ROSEMOND | Parenting Should teachers be above scrutiny?

It seems I've gone and done it again -- infuriated some people, that is. In this case, the people


SURVEY Parents don't always know how kids behave

Does perception always equal reality? By MARY ELLEN PELLEGRINI VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT A


TRUMBULL COUNTY FACT seeks acts for events

The events are funded by Trumbull 100. WARREN -- The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County is


VIDEO GAMES Players span THE AGES

Many older gamers play electronic card or puzzle games online. By ANDRE MOUCHARD KNIGHT RIDDER


FISHING

FISHING Ohio walleye run starts One of Ohio's most unique fishing opportunities has started as


FINAL FOUR NOTEBOOK From San Antonio

Coach Lewis: History will give Georgia Tech coach Paul Hewitt the credit for getting his players to


Parody song about Rendell speeds to popularity

YORK, Pa. (AP) -- Reports that Gov. Ed Rendell's state limousine was clocked above 100 mph on the


HOW HE SEES IT Cutting away at a tragic delusion

Opinion: By COURTLAND MILLOY WASHINGTON POST Members of the Society of Black Academic Surgeons, which met


PREPS

PREPS Irish lead way at state Fanfare: Trivia question: What high school team has won state


Rookies expected to play key roles

Pirates outfielder Jason Bay is listed as a player to watch this season. By DENNIS WASZAK Jr.


Masons honor former Youngstown man

LINDSTROM, Minn. -- Gerald E. Rhoads of Lindstrom, Minn., formerly of Youngstown and Austintown, was


UNION PACIFIC RAILROAD Steam locomotive pulls history along

The restored vintage train draws crowds when it chugs through towns. ABOARD LOCOMOTIVE 3985 (AP)


BUSH ADMINISTRATION Speculation abounds about 2nd-term shuffle

If there is a second Bush term, will Condoleezza Rice stay or go? LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON


Eleven of Sharon's 30 police officers took home paychecks totaling more than $50,000 in 2003. Their

Eleven of Sharon's 30 police officers took home paychecks totaling more than $50,000 in 2003. Their


Events aim to raise awareness of sexual assault

MERCER, Pa. -- April is Sexual Assault Awareness Month and AWARE is offering a variety of group


U.S. COLLEGES Experts: Info leak likely to continue

With their information exposed, people are left vulnerable. SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Colleges


RAY SWANSON | Keystoner Former football coach Dick Bestwick struggles to recover

For the past six weeks, Dick Bestwick has been dealing with a very serious sickness called


NHL Devils, Bruins eye home-ice advantage

The two teams meet again today with playoff seedings on the line. BOSTON (AP) -- The New Jersey


THE INTERNET Online sites offer deals to those willing to look

Travel junkies surf through many Web sites to get the best deals. CHICAGO (AP) -- Marquita Hynes


PREP BASEBALL Springfield's Rios delivers game-winner in seventh

Drew Turner had three hits as Mathews rallied to beat Jackson-Milton, 12-11. NEW MIDDLETOWN --


'SHARK TALE' Group fights stereotyping of Italians

The name of an aging gangster was changed from Italian to Jewish. By ANTHONY BREZNICAN


Panezich triumphs -- times two

The Springfield junior swept the throwing events at two invitationals. EAST PALESTINE --


PENNSYLVANIA Watershed coalition hosts symposium open to public

SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- The Slippery Rock Watershed Coalition will hold its ninth annual symposium


HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Clara Gorski

Birth date: April 9, 1904, in Wheeling, W.Va. Residence: Alternates living with her nieces,


VIDEO GAMES When it comes to characters, actors are now playing the part

One concern in the new '007' game was having James Bond die. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Pierce


TV STUDY Religious issues get more media coverage

'The Passion,' the pope and sexual abuse garnered most of the attention. NEW YORK (AP) -- TV news


LENORE SKENAZY A nightmarish dream

Opinion: Dear International Olympics Committee: Hi! How ya doing? Good, I hope. I know you have a meeting


Colorful accessories, trendy makeup updates look

If you're wary about overdoing color, make a splash with accent pieces. NEW YORK (AP) -- Color


HOCKEY DRAFT Penguins lose the lottery, but have hope for Lemieux

The Capitals won the No. 1 pick, but the Penguins may get back Lemieux. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Losing


All the comforts of home, but outdoors

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Last summer upscale homeowners wanted to live outdoors. Movable furniture


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

THURSDAY XCroatian Home, 3200 Vestal Road, Youngstown, will serve spaghetti dinners from 4:30 to 8


Leading the way across some turbulent waters

The executive who led Carnival Cruise Lines to dominance shuns the spotlight. ABOARD THE QUEEN


'Student Driver' stickers to be issued

COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicles will issue "student driver" stickers with all


MAPS AND GUIDES Pocket books make your traveling easier

Pocket-style guides contain a surprising amount of information. NEW YORK (AP) -- Sometimes you


NHL PLAYOFFS First round matchups offer plenty of drama

The consensus is that every series has something intriguing. DALLAS MORNING NEWS DALLAS -- ESPN


NCAA WOMEN UConn achieves 24-hour sweep

The Huskies beat Tennessee for their third straight national championship. NEW ORLEANS (AP) --


Palmer will make 50th and final trip

The golfing legend won his first Masters title in 1958. By DOUG FERGUSON ASSOCIATED PRESS All


2004 PREVIEW Pirates face rough road in tough NL Central

Pittsburgh hasn't had a winning season since 1992. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Worst team in the division.


Eat some bacteria for better health

KNIGHT RIDDER Are you hungry for the latest food fad? Try a little bacteria. That's what the


TRUMBULL COUNTY Hubbard officials: Raise tax for plan

Department heads have explained the need to provide services. & lt;a


PADDLING CASE Grand jury to convene

The police chief was not subpoenaed to appear, his attorney says. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR


MASTERS Course remains the same, but Woods' superiority diminishes

By DOUG FERGUSON ASSOCIATED PRESS Tiger Woods saw no reason to go to Augusta National for a


SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS

SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Minnesota2011.645 Seattle1610.615 New


OHIO SCENERY Waterfalls come alive with the spring melt

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources recommends the following sites. COLUMBUS -- It's the time


Lutheran officials face lawsuit over sex assaults

Lutheran officials face lawsuit over sex assaults MARSHALL, Texas -- Jurors took less than 15


SOCIAL SECURITY Q & amp;A

Q: Will you pay Social Security benefits to a person who has severe mental disabilities? A: Any


HOW HE SEES IT It's time to kill the Medicare drug law

Opinion: By DEROY MURDOCK SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE NEW YORK -- The brand-new Medicare drug benefit was


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

AMERICAN LEAGUE TWINS 7, INDIANS 6, 15 INNINGS CLEVELANDMINNESOTA abrhbiabrhbi Blliard


NHL ROUNDUP Saturday's other games

Blues 4, Predators 1 NASHVILLE, Tenn. -- Brian Savage scored the tiebreaking goal at 2:43 of the


MARTIN SLOANE \ Supermarket Shopper Shopping is not plain in Spain

On a recent trip to Barcelona, Spain, I had the pleasure of shopping in SuperSol supermarket. The


Lucas' grand finale eliminated by late Bynum bucket

Georgia Tech's final layup wiped out Oklahoma State's late magic. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- The miracle


Turnpike contract awarded

HARRISBURG -- Pennsylvania Turnpike commissioners awarded a Columbus, Ohio, company a $45.9 million


AMERICAN LEAGUE Tribe series taking toll on unbeaten Twins

Cleveland's bullpen blew another late lead as Minnesota won for a second straight night.


LAKE ERIE Ontario, U.S. states angle for walleye catch

Walleye season brings uncertainty and border tensions. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS GRAYLING, Mich.


WESTERN PENNSYLVANIA Program pays police OT

A coach says the school district doesn't support girls teams. GIBSONIA, Pa. (AP) -- A school


Associated Press

Associated Press UNDER FIRE: A Spanish officer ducks as his base comes under attack outside Kufa,


LOCAL TV RATINGS WFMJ extends lead in latest survey

Channel 21 soon will have a new nightly news anchor. YOUNGSTOWN -- Fewer viewers tuned in to


MARY JO NAGY | Pets An ID tag can save life of a cat or dog

If I've said it once, I'll say it 10 times again. Please put an ID tag on your cat and dog.


NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's other games

Knicks 86, 76ers 75 PHILADELPHIA -- Stephon Marbury had 20 points and 12 assists to lift the New


Book-It has adults reading to Head Start-age pupils

The child who has the most books read will win a pizza party from Pizza Hut. By SEAN BARRON


KEYSTONE CLIPS Take a peep at store's annual spring show

Hurlbert Hardware in Greenville is holding its annual Peep Show in its front windows at 184 Main St.


SOFTBALL Penguins shake off rust

YSU beat Kent State in the nightcap, 6-1, after losing the opener, 3-1. By PETE MOLLICA


When lawmakers meet behind closed doors, the people pay

Opinion: When legislators go out of their way to meet behind closed doors to discuss the public's business,


Rycraft ready for new position

The senior from West Branch has been moved to wide receiver. & lt;a