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GAIL WHITE Program seeks foster parents through religious organizations

Lynn Slaina is thrilled. For years, Slaina, the community education specialist for Mahoning County

Abortion lawsuit testimony

Abortion lawsuit testimony LINCOLN, Neb. -- In a major victory for lawyers fighting a federal ban

INDICTMENTS

INDICTMENTS Mahoning County A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday:

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& lt;B & gt;COOK & lt;/B & gt;, Richard William Sr., 83, of Canfield; calling hours

DOWNTOWN Officials will cut ribbons to open 2 new businesses

Both businesses target women. YOUNGSTOWN -- City officials will cut the ribbon at two downtown

Marines' brief halt on Fallujah breaks down

The halt lasted 90 minutes before orders were given to resume. FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. forces

DAN K. THOMASSON Retreat from Iraq? Now isn't the time

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- A longtime friend and professional colleague who has been consistently opposed to the

FORMULA ONE Can anyone stop Michael Schumacher?

The six-time world champion has won 38 of his last 70 races. SAKHIR, Bahrain (AP) -- With Michael

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

THURSDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL WARREN JFK 6, CHANEY 3 Warren JFK0051000--6101 Chaney0002100--361

MAHONING COUNTY Judge finds man fit for trial in rapes of two children

The defense can ask for a second evaluation. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER

STEEL INDUSTRY WCI distributes its financial reorganization plan

The judge urged WCI and its note-holders to resolve their disputes early. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

MASTERS NOTEBOOK | From Augusta

Nicklaus' putter: When Jack Nicklaus talks, people usually listen. The same can't be said for golf

ON CAMPUS Area news and notes

Ohio State Sophomore Ronald Ferris of Austintown earned his first All-America honor on the high

Justin Rose leads by 2 shots

AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) -- Welcome back, Justin Rose. Say goodbye, Arnold Palmer. And, hey Tiger,

REGION

REGION Forum, union in accord YOUNGSTOWN -- Forum Health said it reached a tentative agreement

TRUMBULL COUNTY Judge to decide on sex charges

The defendant told the court that the law isn't being equally applied. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR

THOMAS SOWELL Counting the costs of labor force drops

Opinion: Signs that the "jobless recovery" is starting to generate jobs after all should not prevent our

BIRTHS

St. Elizabeth David and Jody Wilaj, 97 Goretti Drive, Campbell, girl, April 6. James and Bonnie

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& lt;B & gt;ALTHOUSE & lt;/B & gt;, Stephanie Marie, 61, of Canfield; calling hours

State official: Upgrade our schools

The state official visited a high school digital photography and journalism class. By DENISE DICK

Verich's support of Bush doesn't surprise Dems

The former state rep says the president has helped the Valley. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

MAHONING VALLEY Teen files federal suit in paddling case

The lawsuit is seeking more than $200,000 in damages. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Warren's Hanshaw is set for fight at Gund Arena

SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR LOWELLVILLE -- Tony Hanshaw of Warren will be part of an eight-card pro

HELOISE Mount fans and heavy fixtures to ceiling joists

Dear Heloise: While checking the ceiling fans, as suggested in a previous column (a ceiling fan

ROUNDUP | Thursday's other games

Flyers 3, Devils 2 PHILADELPHIA -- Robert Esche made 37 saves in his first postseason start, and

MERCER COUNTY DA alleges defense may have conflict

One firm may be representing the accused and a prosecution witness. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

STEEL INDUSTRY Production increases, but costs are higher

Employment increased by 4 percent. COLUMBUS -- Production by Ohio's steel industry rebounded last

OPEN WHEEL RACING Money, sponsorships help IRL edge Champ

Several top drivers have already made the switch. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Adrian Fernandez would

MAHONING COUNTY Judge OKs expunging request

A prosecutor said there was no reason to oppose the request. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

NATION Zoos reconsider protection issue

Zoos are emphasizing the importance of visitors respecting the animals. ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH

BREAKFAST FOODS By narrowing focus, Kellogg Co. CEO has revitalized company

Kellogg is back in favor after a restructuring. BATTLE CREEK, Mich. (AP) -- Five years ago, with

LAWRENCE COUNTY Treasurer asked to quit in probe

The treasurer said he will not resign. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW

12 arrested in gambling scam

FORT MYERS, Fla. (AP) -- Federal authorities arrested at least a dozen men accused of participating

There are a number of rumors floating around the Mahoning County Courthouse about judges and their

Opinion: There are a number of rumors floating around the Mahoning County Courthouse about judges and their

BOXING Durrell Richardson triumphs in pro debut

Etianne "E.T." Whitaker of Warren won on a knockout for a 30-12-2 record. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR

NEXTEL CUP Schedule &amp; amp; winners

Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale Earnhardt Jr.) Feb. 22 -- Subway 400,

LAWRENCE COUNTY Housing authority agrees to 2-year pact

The authority laid off five of its employees. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW

DAVIS CUP Roddick, Fish ready to serve

The former South Florida teammates have singles assignments. DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- Living

Veterans back Kerry, campaign officials say

A Bush spokesman said the criticism against the president is 'preposterous.' By DAVID SKOLNICK

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Honorlee (Gonzalez)39.6017.005.40 Dyna's Wicked Ride

DUFERCO Steelworkers ratify four-year contract

Workers will contribute to health care if costs rise 15 percent or more. By HAROLD GWIN

State's weapons law negates cities' bans

Private companies can ban firearms, but cities can't. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Mayors are angry that the

MAHONING COUNTY Job to end for liaison for seniors

The council on aging will officially end April 30. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE REPORTER

NESHANNOCK SCHOOLS Officials move ahead with renovations

One project will be advertised for bids next month. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Renovations will continue

Palmer's adoring fans give sendoff

Arnie's Army greeted him at the 18th green for the final time at the Masters. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) --

h"I love laughing at myself. If you're able to do that, then you're liberated from any sort of

THE HORN | Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 3, White Sox 1 NEW YORK -- Javier Vazquez pitched three-hit ball for

Daughter: Man had suicide plan

FRESNO, Calif. (AP) -- A man charged with killing nine of his children ordered the adult ones to

Our lawmakers need to help schools or face voters' wrath

Opinion: Our lawmakers need to help schools or face voters' wrath EDITOR: As a taxpayer, a parent and a

ALLEGHENY COUNTY In starvation death, charges upgraded to 1st-degree murder

Prosecutors say the woman stood to inherit big money if her brother died. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Soccer fun found in game's details

Soccer fun found in game's details By RYAN HUSCHKA KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "World Soccer

LOTTERY RESULTS

THURSDAY'S DRAWINGS OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-7-4 Pick 4, 8-7-8-1 Buckeye 5, 3-9-13-

DALE JARRETT Brand new team brings same old results

The 47-year-old driver has just two top-10 finishes this season. FORT WORTH, Texas (AP) -- This

PREP SOFTBALL ROUNDUP Ursuline pads unbeaten streak

The Irish won in the eighth inning when Sarah Stroney drove in Brittani Shonce. YOUNGSTOWN --

Various forces chip away at open government; courts should protect it

Opinion: Two legal cases -- one decided recently by the Supreme Court of the United States, the other working

NHL PLAYOFFS Tampa's goalie tough in Game 1

Nikolai Khabibulin stopped all the shots in the Lightning's 3-0 win. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Nikolai

PIRATES Winning series is good start

Pittsburgh starter Ryan Vogelsong occasionally reached 96 mph while striking out seven. PITTSBURGH

INDECENCY Clear Channel drops Stern from its stations

In a Web site statement, Stern said the FCC crackdown was 'shocking.' LOS ANGELES TIMES

Woods lagging by nine strokes

He struggled to make the cut for his second straight Masters and tournament. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) --

DVD Garland classic on 2-disc set

'Meet Me in St. Louis' is being released in a 60th anniversary edition. THE (COLUMBIA, S.C.) STATE

LAWRENCE COUNTY Probe targets phone misuse

The treasurer said he will not resign. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW

Awesome accessories

Awesome accessories The onset of warmer weather makes our thoughts turn to all the cute

Sweet but SARCASTIC

Happy Bunny is just one of many product lines that mix charm with a little bite. By JENEE

NBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games

Mavericks 117, Jazz 94 DALLAS -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 27 points and Antawn Jamison added 25,

STANDINGS

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr New York32.600--3-2W-21-02-20-0

Rice, under review

A local woman attended Thursday's hearing. & lt;a href=mailto:milliken@vindy.com & gt;By

MILITARY Pa. residents join Vienna base effort

MERCER, Pa. -- Although it is in another state, the Youngstown Air Reserve Station in Vienna, Ohio,

YSU FOOTBALL Passing is a must or run not fun

A successful passing game can only help the run phase of the offense. & lt;a

Residents in Baghdad grow resentful of U.S. occupation

Some residents felt safer under Saddam's strict rule. CHICAGO TRIBUNE BAGHDAD, Iraq -- A year

"Merge" (7 p.m., Lifetime) is one reality show that actually deals with a real problem -- what to

CONCEALED GUNS Law negates cities' bans

Private companies can ban firearms, but cities can't. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Mayors are angry that the

TRENDS Combination of colors is key to success

Strong accent colors will be popping up this season. SCRIPPS HOWARD It's not always color alone

ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events

BUSCH SERIES Pepsi 300 Nashville, Tenn. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel, 4:35

PREP SOFTBALL Gehring powers Ridge

Kaili Gehring pitched and batted Mineral Ridge to a 3-0 win in an ICL game. By TOM WILLIAMS

'SPARTAN' | A review Smart, subtle film deserves better studio treatment

The movie, written and directed by David Mamet, is a thriller for grown-ups. By MILAN PAURICH

CLUB CALENDAR

ASSOCIATIONS XAlliance Area Retired Teachers Association will meet for lunch at noon April 16 at

Jake has King Kong of video

The 36-foot-high by 149-foot-long display will knock your red sox off. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Now a

Accused of stalking star, man faces arrest by police

Accused of stalking star, man faces arrest by police LYNNWOOD, Wash. -- Police arrested a man

EASTWOOD EXPO Gunfire and fight injure 2

Police took several people into custody but have not yet filed any charges. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

PREP BASEBALL ROUNDUP Mineral Ridge's rally in 8th leads to 3-2 ICL victory

Ursuline's Armand DePaul had a one-hiter and Fitch won twice by shutout. MINERAL RIDGE -- Tim

DOWNTOWN REVITALIZATION Group to name task force to push effort

The group wants to take advantage of new state funding programs. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

MAHONING COUNTY Man gets prison in rape case

The victim turned to drugs and alcohol and attempted suicide after being raped. By BOB JACKSON

HOSPITALS Forum Health and union OK tentative pact

YOUNGSTOWN -- Forum Health reached a tentative agreement early today with the union representing

National Portrait Gallery

National Portrait Gallery Images have the power to convey meaning without saying a word. Portraits

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

Man awaits trial on drug charges

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A man authorities have accused of distributing more than $250,000 worth of

AMERICAN LEAGUE Resilient Indians win again, 6-1, over KC

Cleveland bounced back from two losses with its second win in a row. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) --

Sweetly sarcastic

Sweetly sarcastic kTHIS YEAR's teen shtick seems to be all about sarcasm. PAGE D1 BUSINESS

CYPRUS Ancient burial indicates early human-cat ties

The cat had a special place in the burial plot. WASHINGTON (AP) -- That contented calico purring

MOVIE REVIEW 'The Alamo' shapes up as a big dud

The battle scenes lack excitement, and the dialogue is dreary. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR

LEADERBOARD Round One

Justin Rose33-34--67-5 Chris DiMarco34-35--69-3 Jay Haas34-35--69-3 Darren Clarke35-35--70-2

New Waterford chief nets 6th man in sting

EAST PALESTINE -- A 55-year-old Gallia County man is in the Columbiana County jail after a weeklong

AROUND THE TRACK Auto racing notebook

IRL officials pleased: IRL officials are encouraged by the first on-track testing of the new

MERCER COUNTY Officials disagree on testing of radiation

The action does not jeopardize public safety, a commission said. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR

Clarke says testimony raises new questions about readiness

He called on the White House to release the contents of a briefing paper. COMBINED DISPATCHES

The long, whining road of a runner

A few years ago, I was walking around Mill Creek Park on a beautiful June day, taking in the

PENNSYLVANIA Police set up complaint line

Some state troopers have been accused of sexual misconduct. HARRISBURG (AP) -- People can call a

Nobody needs to know the price of cheap frills

Nobody needs to know the price of cheap frills Q. I just don't have enough money to decorate my

Passing is a must or run not fun

A successful passing game can only help the run phase of the offense. & lt;a

DISPLAYS Picture-perfect arrangements will create homey atmosphere

Family photographs can be displayed to gives homes a warm, personal look. SCRIPPS HOWARD Want

Shepherds Hill zoning

Shepherds Hill zoning CORTLAND -- The city planning, zoning and building commission will hold two

FISCAL WATCH Officials decide on layoffs

In recent weeks, the city failed to make payroll on two consecutive paydays. By MARALINE KUBIK

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox He can't see any light at the end of the tunnel

Dear Annie: I have been married to "Sally" for 22 years, and we have two great kids. Our friends see

HOW HE SEES IT Al-Qaida worried many

Opinion: By DANIEL BENJAMIN LOS ANGELES TIMES In its effort to discredit Richard Clarke, the White House

Trip to Amish country

Trip to Amish country SALEM -- The YWCA of Salem is accepting registration through April 16 for a

Warren council proposes measure to prohibit firearms in city parks

The lawmaker is worried about parents' tempers at Little League games. By DENISE DICK

WALL STREET Earnings reports will drive trading

Business spending is expected to boost tech stocks. NEW YORK (AP) -- The Nasdaq composite index,

BOXSCORES

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MAHONING COUNTY Man denies he violated parole

A final hearing on the probation violation will be April 27. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

"It's important to look as the alerts increased in the spring and summer of 2001, as the alarm bells

Opinion: "It's important to look as the alerts increased in the spring and summer of 2001, as the alarm bells

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