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PRESIDENT BUSH'S BRIEFING Aug. 2001 memo warned of Al-Qaida

Intelligence officials had heard that terrorists might use airplanes in attacks. WASHINGTON (AP)

At YSU, lots of bobbing, weaving

Opinion: There probably is a theory in academia that would explain the recent personnel moves made by the

9/11 INVESTIGATION White House declassifies memo warning about Al-Qaida

Officials blacked out the name of a nation that was an intelligence source. CRAWFORD, Texas (AP)

GOLDEN STATE Musselman in danger of losing job

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Eric Musselman is the Golden State Warriors' most successful coach of the

From search leader Google comes shop-aid Froogle

From search leader Google comes shop-aid Froogle The company that makes it frightfully easy to

FERTILITY Kits to pick sex of baby pose ethics concerns

Methods in the home kits are often scientifically unproven, critics say. CHICAGO (AP) -- Boy or

COLLEGE FOOTBALL Defenses are dominant in Pittsburgh's spring game

Fitch High graduate Mike McGlynn earned an award. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Pitt's spring game didn't do

Palombaros' 50th to be observed at church reception

XYOUNGSTOWN -- St. Anthony Church will be the setting at 4 p.m. April 24 for a reception planned in

NHL DiPietro blanks Tampa Bay, 3-0

New York tied the best-of-seven series at one apiece. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- Don't let Rick

Bush names his czar

Opinion: When President Bush's nomination for manufacuting czar is sent to the U.S. Senate for confirmation,

To draw parishioners, church to give away car

CANTON (AP) -- Helping fill the church pews could help put one church's lucky parishioner in the

CRACKDOWN Forum to address drug enforcement

A new treatment program for drug addicts will also be presented. & lt;a

BOARDMAN HOMECOMING Man of few words on 'Shield' has plenty to say on future

An area actor visits for Easter and shares his goals for success. By ASHLEE OWENS VINDICATOR

U.S.-VIETNAM Former enemies explore tentative military ties

The move comes amid the forging of economic and other connections. LOS ANGELES TIMES HANOI,

Woman enjoys fruits of her loom

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INTERNET Downloading pays off for band's chosen charity

Fans who downloaded Wilco's latest album are encouraged to donate. BALTIMORE SUN Showing that

REGION

REGION OBWC will conduct asthma hazards class YOUNGSTOWN -- The Ohio Bureau of Workers'

MUSIC Wife, son of Jim Croce reissue raw first album

'Facets' is packaged with a DVD, a photo collection and other bonus material. SAN DIEGO (AP) --

Miss Stamm to wed Ronnie Malmfeldt at Boardman Park

XLAKE MILTON -- Tina Stamm and Ronnie Malmfeldt, both of 875 N.E. River Road, are engaged. The

Longevity factor is problem in many school district pacts

Opinion: Longevity factor is problem in many school district pacts EDITOR: I'm not surprised that the

SMALL BUSINESS | Schooley Jewelers Owner developed a gem of an idea, then polished it

The former GM employee took courses to learn more about his new trade. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR

The First Easter

Opinion: And when the sabbath was past, Mary Magdalene, and Mary the mother of James, and Solome, had bought

SPY AGENCY NSA plans large recruiting campaign to hire 7,500 workers

One of the agency's duties is to conduct electronic wiretapping. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The highly

HARD DRIVES Storage stretches to fit expanding data

Digital video is a major culprit in eating up gigabytes. HARTFORD COURANT In the attic, in the

Laptop will keep gamers happy

The XPS is massive and powerful by the standards of most laptops. By MATT SLAGLE ASSOCIATED

AQUARIUM Glassy, classy, wet and wild

Visitors can even watch divers feed the fish. By CATHY SECKMAN VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

ROUNDUP | Saturday's games

Red Wings 2, Predators 1 DETROIT -- Mathieu Schneider's slap shot went off the boards, off goalie

JIM COATES Panning, zooming in video with ease

Q. I understand that the new version of Roxio Easy Media Creator contains the "Ken Burns" effect,

Striking out against pi &amp; ntilde;atas

Apparently I am the only journalist in America who is not afraid to speak out against birthday-party

Movie executive will speak at YSU colloquium

Movie executive will speak at YSU colloquium YOUNGSTOWN -- Film producer Peter Guber will be

CAREER PATHS

LAW YOUNGSTOWN -- Joe Cregan, an attorney and former Youngstown resident, has been named a partner

COMPENSATION U.S. workers file more OT lawsuits

Millions in back pay was collected by the Labor Department last fiscal year. WASHINGTON POST

THISTLEDOWN ENTRIES

THISTLEDOWN ENTRIES MONDAY -- 1:15 P.M. 1st--Distance: 51/2 Furlongs, Surface: Dirt Fillies and

LIMELIGHT Awards, achievements

LORDSTOWN -- General Motors was awarded the Conservation Fund National Watershed Award for

NASCAR DANCE Gentlemen, start your engines! And head on over to the ballet

The dancers read 'NASCAR for Dummies' and watched videos of races. ROANOKE, Va. (AP) -- The race

9/11 INVESTIGATION Declassified memo outlines warnings

The national security adviser had called the memo 'historical' in testimony. WASHINGTON POST

Family vacation planned to mark Bresnans' jubilee

XGREENVILLE, Pa. -- Mr. and Mrs. Donald Bresnan of Greenville, Pa., will celebrate their 50th

Today is Easter Sunday, April 11, the 102nd day of 2004. There are 264 days left in the year. On

THIS WEEK'S SOAPS

ALL MY CHILDREN Kendall and Greenlee finally cleared the air between them, and Greenlee assured

THE LEPORE FAMILY Nurturing talent

By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT James Lepore and Jeanne L. Handel didn't have a

PA. SCHOOLS Flexibility to meet standards is sought

At issue is how federal standards apply to special-needs and other pupil subgroups. HARRISBURG

Ek-Sharkey troth is announced, wedding planned

XROCKLAND, Mass. -- Mr. and Mrs. Theodore Ek of Rockland are announcing the engagement of their

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK

FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Earl Lewis III The FBI and the Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force

Phish hopeful for permit to hold concert at airport

Phish hopeful for permit to hold concert at airport COVENTRY, Vt. -- Fans of Phish are waiting to

JEWISH STUDIES SYMPOSIUM Speaker was prosecutor in Nazi war crimes unit

A humanitarian award will be presented to a JCC volunteer librarian. YOUNGSTOWN -- John Loftus, a

PREP BASEBALL Tom Enyeart throws no-hitter, leading Chaney

The junior pitcher threw the first no-hitter of his career -- and didn't know it. By JOHN KOVACH

BASEBALL Satterlee doubles in Irish victory; Boardman splits

Western Reserve and West Branch swept doubleheaders. STRUTHERS -- Ryan Satterlee hit a two-run

RUSSIA At least 28 workers die in explosion at coal mine

Rescuers were working by hand instead of using drills at the site. MOSCOW (AP) -- An explosion

Melissa Rakich, Gabriel Poli set wedding date

XPlans for their late-spring wedding are being announced by Melissa Ann Rakich, 1137 Logan Ave.,

WESTERN U.S. Signs point to a harsh fire season

Beetles and diseases have increased the number of dead trees. LOS ANGELES TIMES DENVER -- An

AMERICAN LEAGUE

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SAFETY FORCES City officials: Tax increase already used

Raises for top officials were linked to police contracts. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER

PRESIDENTIAL RACE Election fund box on tax form often gets neglected

This year, three major candidates opted out of the fund and its spending limits. DALLAS MORNING

BLOOD DRIVES

BLOOD DRIVES MONDAY Beloved Disciple Church, 321 Broad St., Grove City, Pa., 1-6 p.m. St. Rose

VETERANS

VETERANS Grave-decoration meeting The grave-decorating committee of the Mahoning County United

Pa. club gives a peek at youth turkey hunt

The state's first spring turkey season specifically for youths will open in two weeks. On April

Apparently, someone had the bright idea to turn Nick Lachey and his ditzy wife, Jessica Simpson,

WAR IN IRAQ Soldier, driver killed in convoy

At least 646 U.S. soldiers have died in Iraq since March 2003. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Two U.S.

DAVIS CUP U.S. is one win from advancing to semis

The Americans won a doubles match Saturday. Andy Roddick plays today. DELRAY BEACH, Fla. (AP) --

COLLEGE BASEBALL Penguins' offense struggles again in losses to CSU

The Penguins have lost three straight to their Horizon League rivals. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

Fatal landslide strikes by Peru historical site

LIMA, Peru (AP) -- Heavy rains triggered mudslides near the famed Inca citadel of Machu Picchu in

LAURA HUMPHRIES DAVID PULICE

LAURA HUMPHRIES DAVID PULICE XNORTH OLMSTED -- St. Clarence Church provided the setting March 13

KEYSTONE CLIPS Ice-cream sale: a treat that benefits

The Penn State Shenango Alumni is having its annual half-gallon ice cream sale, featuring nine

VIDEO GAME REVIEWS

'BATTLEFIELD VIETNAM' Nick Wadhams (Associated Press): "Anyone who's seen Chuck Norris' "Missing

NBA ROUNDUP Saturday's game

SuperSonics 119, Mavericks 99 SEATTLE -- The Dallas Mavericks are starting to get a little worried

PREP SOFTBALL Poland splits with Hoban

Mallory Conger's triple scored three runs in the nightcap. POLAND -- Mallory Conger's bases-loaded

NATIONAL LEAGUE CENTRAL Reds' hot start continues with 3-1 win over Bucs

At 4-1, Cincinnati is off to its best start since 1994. CINCINNATI (AP) -- It's been 10 years

TRUMBULL COUNTY Groups keep an eye on police chief's case

One argument says teaching juveniles to be law-abiding by paddling them doesn't work. & lt;a

FOOTBALL Stoops family to be honored by foundation

The Ron Stoops Assistant Coach of the Year award will be presented to his son. By BRIAN RICHESSON

Mauresmo ousts top-seeded Henin

The French men have a 2-1 lead over Switzerland in Davis Cup. ASSOCIATED PRESS AMELIA ISLAND,

Executive received options, bonus

DOW JONES NEWSWIRE WASHINGTON -- Kmart Holding Corp. paid Chief Executive and President Julian Day

NATION Hoax involving strip-search calls crosses country

Some restaurant managers who complied with the calls have faced charges. ASSOCIATED PRESS The

Library service gets word out to visually impaired patrons

The library system reaches out to those who can't visit its branches. By PETER H. MILLIKEN

SCHOLARSHIP $10,000 raised to honor memory

An adviser said it usually takes three to five years to raise that amount. By JoANNE VIVIANO

MIDDLE EAST In Fallujah, reinforcements join Marines

Insurgents said they'll call a truce if American troops leave the city. FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) --

KENTUCKY DERBY PREPS Tapit comes from way back in Wood

The Wood Memorial has produced three of the last four Derby winners. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK

TEXAS ELECTIONS In district of Bush's ranch, can GOP corral a victory?

Despite a new electoral map, Republicans must battle a longtime incumbent. WACO, Texas (AP) --

FRED OLIVI, 82 Co-pilot of Nagasaki bomber defended atomic attacks

Until a stroke in August, Olivi toured air shows and gave speeches. CHICAGO (AP) -- Fred Olivi,

NHL ROUNDUP | Saturday's games

Red Wings 2, Predators 1 DETROIT -- Mathieu Schneider's slap shot went off the boards, off goalie

BIOGRAPHY Notable caddie's life and battle with disease

The story of Bruce Edwards gives an insider's view of professional golf. By JIM SHEA HARTFORD

Some post offices around the region to be open later on tax day

YOUNGSTOWN -- Some post offices in the Mahoning and Shenango valleys will offer extended hours

AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox pummel Yanks; Twins tame Tigers

The Athletics nipped the Mariners, 2-1. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Mark Buehrle kept the New

Squirrel deaths spark outcry over rat poisoning

PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Last fall, the city began poisoning rats that had invaded Philadelphia's most

JODIE MATULJA JOHN GRAZIER

JODIE MATULJA JOHN GRAZIER XLAS VEGAS -- Jodie Lynn Matulja and John David Grazier, both of 1645

COSMETICS Pink really packs the power as makeup color for spring

Keep changes small at first with a new lipstick or different eye shadow. SCRIPPS HOWARD Now

TV AND MOVIE ROLES With series coming to end, Perry expands his career

One of the six 'Friends' stars says his addiction to painkillers is behind him. NEW YORK DAILY

SPRING FOOTBALL Following the plan: Penguins improve on offense

Injuries are still taking a toll on the offensive line. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

PREP TRACK Chaney's Howell wins long jump at Cope meet

Warren Harding was the team champion with 74 points. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

Cupboard will never be bare

Among the handcrafts offered are rag rugs and decorative pillows. By MARALINE KUBIK VINDICATOR

EAST SIDE ACTION members team up for march

About 150 people participated in the two-block march. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

WBC featherweight rematch goes to Injin Chi

MANCHESTER, England (AP) -- Injin Chi knocked out Michael Brodie in the seventh round Saturday to

VISUALLY IMPAIRED

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CHRISTINE ROUSER JEREMY BRANDON

CHRISTINE ROUSER JEREMY BRANDON XYOUNGSTOWN -- Christine Renee Rouser and Jeremy William Brandon,

TRANSPORTATION Gas-tax increase has supporters in both parties

The last increase in the tax was in 1993. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- At a rally in Appleton,

Before feast is put on the table, it's brought to church for blessing

The tradition is rooted in Eastern European religious practices. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF

Minn.-Duluth's Lessard given Baker Award

BOSTON (AP) -- Minnesota Duluth forward Junior Lessard won the Hobey Baker Award on Friday, honoring

DALE McFEATTERS Homeland Security as literary critic

Opinion: In tightening up our borders, we seem to be keeping out people we want to come here -- tourists,

SCOUTS

SCOUTS Arrow of Light awards Five members of Cub Scout Den One, Pack 40, Girard, recently

DOCUDRAMA Story tells how gangster changed

One murder victim was a teenage convenience store clerk shot in the head. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Can

New source offers advice for promgoers

BALTIMORE SUN It wasn't so long ago that young people relied solely on the February and March

Are baseball salaries too high?

I'm sure you were probably as distressed as I was to find out that the average Major League Baseball

HONORS BANQUET Fast facts

Who: Northeastern Ohio Chapter of the National Football Foundation and Hall of Fame. What: Honors

REALITY TV Missing-kids concept draws ire

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Child-protection experts and media watchers are alarmed about an effort

By LINDA M. LINONIS

By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- At one time, the National Federation

CLEVELAND With McInnis, Cavaliers end long losing streak

His absence contributed to the team's seven-game losing streak. CLEVELAND (AP) -- With two games

ABOUT THE SOCIETY | Preserving local lore

President: Richard S. Scarsella of Boardman, an educator in Youngstown City School District. Other

JOHN KOVACH | Colleges Ron Ferris earns All-American honors

COLUMBUS -- Ron Ferris of Austintown is competing with the big boys of collegiate gymnastics, and

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Child's behavior was a constant disruption during visit

Dear Annie: Yesterday, a friend came over to my house with her small child. This boy continually

MUSIC Cheap Trick: cool with casinos

The band will be at Mountaineer Race Track this week. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR

CNN Dobbs rails on against exporting jobs

The newsman has given significant time to the issue for more than a year. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Lou

HOCKEY Contract for next season is unlikely

The central issue is a salary cap. By DAN WOLKEN THE GAZETTE DENVER -- All anybody knows right

UNITED STATES Cattle rustling: On the rise out West

One detective said there are actually 'organized rustling rings' at work. WASHINGTON POST

CLEANUP DAY Pennsylvania

April 24 is the Great Pennsylvania Cleanup Day, when people across the state will help clean up

NATIONAL LEAGUE Brewers' Sheets blankets Astros for win

He's beaten Houston seven straight times since 2001. ASSOCIATED PRESS MILWAUKEE -- Ben Sheets

All is right for Lefty: Mickelson in front

Justin Rose's lead went up in smoke as he shot an 81. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) -- The best player never

WEEK OF APRIL 11

WEEK OF APRIL 11 EDUCATION Management and Treatment of Multiple Sclerosis: Womancare Center of

LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Mega Millions: 2-8-10-11-23 Mega Ball: 40 Night drawings: Pick 3: 0-4-5 Pick 4:

FUND-RAISER Annual High Tea is set for May 1, 2

Patrons will be treated to free tours of Strock Stone House. AUSTINTOWN -- Austintown Historical

Morales-Denehy wedding planned in Puerto Rico

XLOWELLVILLE -- George and Mamie Denehy, 6270 New Castle Road, announce the engagement of their son,

COMPUTER ACCESSORIES Saving time and money with laser printer

One drawback is that affordable models don't print in color. SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON POST

TRUMBULL COUNTY Goal is for people to own homes

A councilman agrees that homeownership should be a priority. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

AS A CHILD GROWING UP IN THE NORTH Alabama city of Sheffield, Carol Bramblett had a recurring dream

OHIO BURIAL Mourners remember veteran killed by Iraqis

The Ohio man was killed March 31 in Fallujah, Iraq. RITTMAN, Ohio (AP) -- An Army veteran killed

Parents announce Rosa-Kolesar wedding plans

XPlans for the upcoming marriage of Erin Rosa and Jerret Kolesar, both of 273 N. Heights Ave.,

MARTIN SLOANE | Supermarket Shopper Don't give up on those Internet coupons

Do you want more money-saving coupons? Do you want to see more promotion offers from your favorite

PENNSYLVANIA Officials hope to sign you up for a cleanup

Local leaders say sign-up for some projects is lagging. & lt;a href=mailto:gwin@vindy.com

Miss Shevetz, Thomas Bogo to wed July 3

XCOLUMBUS -- Tara Lynn Shevetz and Thomas Michael Bogo, both of Columbus, are engaged. The bride-

LANDSCAPING After checking out selections, choose mulch that matches home

Pebbles, chips, shredded tires or bricks? The choices abound. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Mulch

SCI FI CHANNEL 'Farscape' revived for miniseries

The production is subtitled 'Peacekeeper War.' ZAP2IT The late and much-lamented Sci Fi Channel

Man threatens employees over supply of OxyContin

Man threatens employees over supply of OxyContin YOUNGSTOWN -- A man wearing a baseball cap and

SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 9273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities are as follows: Monday, 500

SPORTS

SPORTS Masters' moving day k THE THIRD round of The Masters featured plenty of movement at the

Buddha's Hand is offered on menus

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS The name sounds like a sculpture you'd find in a museum. In photos, it

INDIANS Another 9th inning lead, and game, lost

Kansas City rallied from three runs down Saturday and won it in the 10th. KANSAS CITY, Mo. (AP) --

Shop owner battles for big hot dog sign

ALLIANCE (AP) -- A dogfight is brewing in this northeast Ohio city over a restaurateur's proposed

Special rooms provide separate spaces

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS How can families achieve domestic peace? How do they avoid sibling

BASEBALL Satterlee doubles in Irish victory; Salem triumphs

Western Reserve and West Branch swept doubleheaders. STRUTHERS -- Ryan Satterlee hit a two-run

Liquid Assets

By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR Bursting forth from rocks underground, water from a

JOHN BASSETTI Guthridge, Evans enjoy big games

Like mushrooms in dark, damp places, big games keep popping up. The latest were by Mark Guthridge

MEXICO Propane tank blast kills six in border community

U.S. rescue workers aided in the search for survivors. NUEVO PROGRESO, Mexico (AP) -- A propane

Woods' third round is a mess

He begins today's final round in 20th place, nine shots behind the leaders. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) --

JOHN ROSEMOND | Parenting Child's toy obsession nothing to worry about

Q. Our 23-month-old son -- our first child -- has developed an attachment to a matchbox-size train.

WITH THE VETS Veterans meetings

Meeting schedule for the week of April 11: TODAY Post 235, American Legion, 11 High St.,

BEST SELLERS | Top rankings

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Glorious Apprearing" by Tim LaHaye and Jerry B. Jenkins (Tyndale, $24.99).

TRACK AND FIELD Beaver Local's Ferry named MVP

Canfield and Boardman also performed well at the East Palestine Invitational. EAST PALESTINE --

LATE FRIDAY BOXSCORES

AMERICAN LEAGUE ATHLETICS 8, MARINERS 6 SEATTLEOAKLAND abrhbiabrhbi ISuzuki rf5130Kotsay

Interstate 79: Mile post 110 to mile post 114, both sides, lane closures for milling and paving. The

DVD of final 'Friends' show to be available May 11

ZAP2IT If your power goes out and you miss the "Friends" series final & eacute; on May 6,

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Kyles a Brat (Feliciano)17.0010.602.80 Dramatic Run

'BACK IN THE CIRCUS'

'BACK IN THE CIRCUS' Jonatha Brooke (Bad Dog/Verve) sssJonatha Brooke's musical saga began

UNITED WAY | Mercer County

ARC of Mercer County (Mercer County Association for the Retarded): $70,000. Catholic Charities

Latin has rhythm, variety

The roots of salsa dancing go deep into West Africa. By NANCILYNN GATTA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

U.S. AIDS initiative brings hope, renewal for millions

Opinion: On this Easter day, Christians around the world celebrate the resurrection of Christ and its

Waltrip avoids crash, takes first

Four drivers came together with two laps remaining. GLADEVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Michael Waltrip

FROZEN FOUR Denver holds off Maine's attack for national title

Goalie Adam Berkhoel was key in the Pioneers' 1-0 championship hockey win. BOSTON (AP) -- Denver

Free spring concert

Free spring concert MERCER, Pa. -- The Mercer County Historical Society's Chamber Players will

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL Chaney 9, Campbell 1 Canton Timken 9, Wilson 2 Canton Timken 13,

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