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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,
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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
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
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