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Stories published April 19, 2004

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NASCAR Wallace holds off Labonte to end 105-race drought

A loose section of concrete on the track pavement caused an hour-plus delay. MARTINSVILLE, Va.


Questions surround defense

After sitting and watching Youngstown State's first jersey scrimmage of the spring last Friday


Carryout sale is historical event

UPPER ARLINGTON, Ohio (AP) -- For the first time since the repeal of Prohibition, a bottle of liquor


Home-buying in city

Home-buying in city YOUNGSTOWN -- The Buy Into Youngstown program will have an open house from 6


RESCUE Cat headed for Germany is doing well despite spending 19 days on an airplane

Passengers were delayed as workers tried to catch the cat. MANCHESTER, N.H. (AP) -- If this


BANKING Convenience of cards comes at a stiff price

A survey shows how fees accumulate with ATMs and debit and credit cards. NEWSDAY All those


Patrons of outdoor concert venue sue, claiming rough treatment by officers

One of the lawsuits was filed by a lieutenant on the Pittsburgh homicide squad. BURGETTSTOWN, Pa.


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Doctors aren't leaving, statistics point out

The state medical society wants to see a monetary cap on malpractice claims. ALLENTOWN, Pa. (AP)


'Push to pass' button gives Tracy boost at Long Beach

Except for the beginning and laps around his pit stops, the Canadian-born driver led the 81-lap


REVIEW Community elevates orchestra's concert

Spirit takes over where technical perfection ends. By JERRY STEPHENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Concert will benefit Gymanfa Ganu Association

Concert will benefit Gymanfa Ganu Association WARREN -- Megan Elizabeth Morris and the Wade


The Ohio State Fire Marshal's Office is the oldest of its kind in the country.

The Ohio State Fire Marshal's Office is the oldest of its kind in the country. By PATRICIA MEADE


Washington Post: Paradoxically, Osama bin Laden -- if it really was Osama bin Laden -- may have

Opinion: Washington Post: Paradoxically, Osama bin Laden -- if it really was Osama bin Laden -- may have


IRAQ Hot spots Fallujah and Najaf appear to be quiet

So far this month, around 1,100 Iraqis and 99 U.S. troops have been killed. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --


PENNSYLVANIA Sex-assault suspect files to block evidence

A woman reported the judge touched a girl inappropriately. WILKES-BARRE, Pa. (AP) -- Attorneys for


Universities change attitudes

Technology is replacing Big Tobacco in North Carolina's economy. CHAPEL HILL, N.C. (AP) --


LAKE TO RIVER GIRL SCOUTS Optimist buttonholes life with bits of humor

The collection covers four bulletin boards. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


WESTERN CONFERENCE Webber-led Kings topple Mavericks

The much-maligned forward helped fuel Sacramento's offense. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP) -- Though


DRU SJODIN After recovery of student's body, hometown now hopes for justice

She was last seen alive Nov. 22. PEQUOT LAKES, Minn. (AP) -- Feelings of anger, fear and pain


Wallace holds off Labonte to end 105-race drought

A loose section of concrete on the track pavement caused an hour-plus delay. MARTINSVILLE, Va.


Yoga video is designed for strength

The workout pays particular attention to breathing. By MARY LITTLE KNIGHT RIDDER TRIBUNE Yoga


KENT STATE University plans annual democracy symposium

KENT -- Kent State University presents its Fifth Annual Symposium on Democracy, "Democracy and


Underground vaults complicate project

CLEVELAND (AP) -- It will cost the city about $9 million this year to fill in or repair 58 vaults


PREP TRACK Valley's best get put to test in Mahoning, Columbiana

The 101st Columbiana County track and field meet will be held at Salem's Reilly Stadium Tuesday,


AUTOMOBILES Midsize sedans fare poorly in crash tests

Not all side airbags offer good protection. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Twelve midsize sedans earned the


'Kill Bill' character has roots in 10-year-old conversations

Thurman and Tarantino developed The Bride during filming of 'Pulp Fiction.' By ANTHONY BREZNICAN


WESTERN OHIO Pool players meet match

Just 12, the girl embarrasses older players. DAYTON (AP) -- Not much taller than her pool cue, 12-


Hot spots Fallujah and Najaf appear to be quiet

So far this month, around 1,100 Iraqis and 99 U.S. troops have been killed. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --


AROUND THE HORN Sunday's other games

NATIONAL LEAGUE Astros 6, Brewers 1 HOUSTON -- Roger Clemens looked as dominant as ever,


FARMING Women breaking through 'glass ceiling'

ASSOCIATED PRESS Leisa Boley-Hellwarth sees herself as an equal partner on her family's western


CHILD PSYCHIATRY Researchers criticize antidepressant use

The spike in prescriptions has been especially sharp among children under 6. WASHINGTON POST The


Neither vulnerable. South deals.

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AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 9, TIGERS 7

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Rapper RZA realizes dream with 'Bill'

The member of Wu-Tang Clan said he'd like to try directing. By NEKESA MUMBI MOODY ASSOCIATED


NHL PLAYOFFS Senators afloat thanks to Fisher

Zdeno Chara tied the score in the third period of the two-overtime game. OTTAWA (AP) -- Mike


STREET PATROLS Angels to train crime fighters

CINCINNATI (AP) -- A neighborhood crime-fighting group wants the Guardian Angels to help patrol the


TV & amp; TODDLERS Turn off electronic SITTER

A pediatric study recommends zero TV for kids age 2 and younger. By JENNIFER WOLCOTT CHRISTIAN


Thirty-four years ago this month, former U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson, a champion of environmental

Opinion: Thirty-four years ago this month, former U.S. Sen. Gaylord Nelson, a champion of environmental


HOW SHE SEES IT Political spotlight shining on religion

Opinion: By NANCY BENAC ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER WASHINGTON -- Since the days of John F. Kennedy, modern


IRAQ KIDNAPPING Neighbors pray for soldier

A church once attended by a kidnapped soldier prays for his return. BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) -- A strong


STATE FIRE MARSHAL Canine sleuths sniff out arson

The Ohio State Fire Marshal's Office is the oldest of its kind in the country. By PATRICIA MEADE


APPLACHIAN RIDGE Rabies baiting planned

Rabies baits will be dispersed in the Lowellville and East Palestine areas. The Appalachian Ridge


NBA ROUNDUP Sunday's other playoff games

Pistons 108, Bucks 82 AUBURN HILLS, Mich. -- Richard Hamilton scored 21 points and Detroit set a


PRESBYTERIANS Church court to determine if constitution was violated

The outcome of the case will decide how official church documents are viewed CINCINNATI (AP) --


WIN, PLACE & amp; SHOW

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 1st-- Frillery (Caminita)20.408.405.40 Candy Win (Gonzalez)8.603.60


A & amp;E show misses mark

'Family Plots' is a reality series about a family of undertakers. By JOANNE WEINTRAUB MILWAUKEE


ELSER METRO Pilot killed in landing at airport

The plane clipped tree tops and went out of control. NORTH LIMA -- Dr. James Ventresco Jr., an


Retired teachers appeal to Columbiana residents

Opinion: Retired teachers appeal to Columbiana residents EDITOR: In view of the anticipated loss of


MAHONING COUNTY Library officials announce New Middletown move

Public library space in the village will more than triple. NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Village and library


NATION

NATION Broadband's popularity NEW YORK -- Two in five Internet users in the United States now


IRAQ Halliburton keeps workers in touch with home

Halliburton employees are paid well for dangerous duty in Iraq. HOUSTON (AP) -- Thanks to a


Fired social service worker files lawsuit

ERIE, Pa. (AP) -- A former employee of a center that provides services to low-income people has


SOFTBALL Murphy's no-hitter guides YSU

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CANFIELD -- Senior Kelly Murphy threw her second career


SAFETY RATINGS

SAFETY RATINGS Side impact The Insurance Institute for Highway Safety released these side-impact


Seniors in harmony

Seniors in harmony kEIGHTY-SEVEN-YEAR-OLD John Andrews of Girard teaches a group of women in their


Ohio tuition rates soar

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Rising teacher salaries coupled with shrinking state funding are behind soaring


Bush dismisses Vietnam analogy, but ...

Opinion: It is the cloud that hangs over every American president who sends a substantial military force


His return is from war back to war

Dear Annie: I am a Reserve Army officer stationed in Iraq. The year away from home has taught me a


EASTERN CONFERENCE Indiana may lose Ron Artest after Game 1 confrontation

The forward left the bench during the second quarter of Saturday's game. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Ron


Several top players from 2003 improve stock with extra season

Eli Manning, Robert Gallery and Will Smith are all projected as top picks. By RICK GOSSELIN THE


Political bickering stalls efforts to clean abandoned mines

About 3.6 million people live within a mile of potentially dangerous sites. HUNTINGTON, W.Va. (AP)


YSU FOOTBALL Kickers look good in practice

Senior Nick Terracina made 10-of-14 field goals in the scrimmage. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR


SOUTHWEST OHIO Hamilton County is tops in suspending drivers licenses of nonpaying dads

Some worry the law isn't being applied in other parts of the state. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Hamilton


SATELLITE RADIO Aided by indecency brouhaha?

NEW YORK (AP) -- If traditional radio decides Howard Stern is too hot to handle, satellite radio is


Revere's fellow night rider is little-known footnote

William Dawes is believed to have been a tradesman who worked with leather. BOSTON (AP) -- On the


Cink sinks birdie to pull past Purdy; Jenkins nets 5th win

Cink overcame a nine-stroke deficit to force a playoff. ASSOCIATED PRESS HILTON HEAD ISLAND,


Ohio

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 6-9-0 Pick 4, 2-6-8-7 Buckeye 5, 6-11-12-25-32 Super Lotto


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PIRATES Versatile Wilson, resurgent Benson help Bucs sweep NY

Pittsburgh earned its first three-game sweep at Shea in 10 years. NEW YORK (AP) -- Every day,


days gone by

Each student has her own reason for learning to play the instrument. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS


Is a coffee-bean supply crisis brewing for Starbucks Corp.?

Expanding rapidly, the coffee retailer averages three new stores a day. SEATTLE (AP) -- The coffee


Woman killed; suspect injured

State police are not releasing full details of who wounded the suspect. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A woman


COUNTRY MUSIC Dolly Parton plans to have fun as host of 'Flameworthy Awards' show

The singer says producers 'never know what to expect' from her on live TV. By TERRY MORROW


BRITAIN

BRITAIN The Times, London, April 13: The Olympics in Athens this summer were always going to be a


HELOISE Cell-phone use while at store counter is rude

Dear Heloise: I have a cell-phone sound off for you. I work a second job at a video store and have


Lawton, Indians topple Tigers

Struggling closer David Riske finally got his first save of the season. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Matt


YSU ROUNDUP IP-Fort Wayne snaps Penguins' win streak

Jim Lipinski had four RBIs to set YSU's career RBI record with 122. FORT WAYNE, Ind. -- IP-Fort


WORTH A LOOK

AUCTIONS XA Chinese auction will be held at St. John Social Hall, Reeves Road, Warren, at 3 p.m.


MAHONING COUNTY Seniors assured on help

The council on aging was abolished last week in a cost-cutting move. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR