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Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-4-8 Pick 4, 1-5-6-8 Buckeye 5, 16-18-24-30-34 Day

Orphaned players are Buckeye guys

John Kerr and Anthony Schlegel came from other programs. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Two vastly different

Leaders call for a truce

FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) -- U.S. officials and local leaders in Fallujah called on insurgents to lay down

Financial oversight chairman steps down

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The chairman of a state-appointed authority helping to oversee Pittsburgh's

Teens get graphic lesson on drinking and driving

The program is being presented at several schools this week. & lt;a

Amish increasingly make inroads in entrepreneurship

Amish entrepreneurs build furniture, sheds and barbecue grills. NEW HOLLAND, Pa. (AP) -- The 10

Domestic violence charge

Domestic violence charge YOUNGSTOWN -- Concerned neighbors on East Lucius Avenue called police

Depth of draft not an issue

Pittsburgh is likely to keep its 11th pick or drop down in the order of selection. By TOM WILLIAMS

Not renewing contracts

Not renewing contracts SALEM -- The city school district estimates it will save about $650,000 by

Rendell stops in area, touts economic package

The governor talked about Millennium Park. & lt;a href=mailto:cioffi@vindy.com & gt;By

INDIANAPOLIS Reward, not punishment is tact taken by committee

The proposals must be approved by the NCAA board of directors. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The NCAA

Purchase landfill, Dann says

The state senator says a meeting is set up to discuss the landfill. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

Woman pleads guilty in aunt's death

No one claims to know the nature of the argument that led to the shooting. By BOB JACKSON

Turocy homers, doubles for Canfield

CANFIELD -- Frank Turocy hit a home run and a double, and drove in three runs to lead a 16-hit

STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED

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WEIRTON STEEL Group weighs appeal over rejected bid

The rejected offer from noteholders is $126 million higher than ISG's bid. WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) --

Man pleads to reduced charge in sexual assault of young boy

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MAHONING VALLEY River cleanup draws officials' support

'If your river isn't happy, you're not happy,' a n official of the U.S. EPA said. By PETER H.

WARREN PRINTING Plant to shut down after assets are sold

A sales- and customer-service office will remain in Warren. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS

EARTH DAY Craft project sparks dialogue on resources

Pupils learn about earth-friendly behavior. By KATHY ANTONIOTTI KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS I

MAHONING VALLEY Lordstown officials oppose nearby septage dumping

Lions Club members said a smoking ban would hurt their fund-raising efforts. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS

BILLBOARD HITS

HOT 100: TOP 20 1. "Yeah!" Usher (feat. Ludacris & amp; Lil Jon). Arista. 2. "I Don't Wanna

Long-time business manager will retire

Wolf came to the district as a business manager and basketball coach. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

SUPPLIES\ The list

These are the supplies you will need to complete the craft. Recycled compact discs. Green and

Probe of credentials prompts fears for university's credibility

A panel discussion is being held at YSU on Wednesday. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Youngstown State University

NBA ROUNDUP Monday's other playoff game

Spurs 87, Grizzlies 70 SAN ANTONIO -- San Antonio went on a 14-0 run early in the final period,

Ashley Scott to join 'Joey' as his neighbor

ZAP2IT.COM Ashley Scott, how you doin'? Scott, formerly of The WB's "Birds of Prey," is

Ridge forces tie, then wins

Kaila Gehring and Katie Harmon combined for 25 strikeouts in a mound duel. & lt;a

Hudson selected by Fitch

All three finalists for the job were from inside the district. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BASEBALL MONDAY'S RESULTS CHANEY 13, WILSON 3 Wilson02100--342 Chaney15052--13120 Jarois Tabb,

WAR ON TERRORISM Despite U.S. assurances, bin Laden continues to show strength, flexibility

The Al-Qaida leader still is able to get his message out and still eludes capture. WASHINGTON (AP)

PREP SOFTBALL ROUNDUP Sferra perfect in shutout of Sebring

Rayen lost to Leetonia but defeated Youngstown Christian. COLUMBIANA -- Jessica Sferra pitched a

Educator to lead preserve walks

HOWLAND -- Local environmental education specialist Brice Harris will lead wetlands walks into the

HEALTH Study shows benefits of low-cal diet

Calorie restrictors had lower blood pressure, insulin and glucose levels. ST. LOUIS POST-DISPATCH

LEADERS

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ON CAMPUS | College news and notes

YSU Kelly Murphy was named the Horizon League softball pitcher of the week. A sophomore, Murphy

Capt. James Yee's muzzle

Opinion: Washington Post: The Army has a message for Capt. James Joseph Yee: Keep your mouth shut. Yee,

Tentative contract assures coverage

The proposal would require WCI to continue investing in its Warren mill. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

HOW THEY FARED Area runners in Boston Marathon

Here are the official times and overall placements for Youngstown-area runners in Monday's Boston

BOARDMAN Scrappers GM has a front-office education

The 31-year-old will oversee the organization's business operations. By BRIAN RICHESSON

NBA PLAYOFFS Bryant, Malone have main roles in Lakers' victory over Rockets

The Western Conference series moves to Houston starting Friday. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Shaquille

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

HOW HE SEES IT Bush's critics waging a campaign of defeat

Opinion: By FRED THOMPSON WASHINGTON POST Even the most partisan critics of the war in Iraq insist they

Man sentenced in murder case

The victim's mother said Frank Sinkovich deserved a life sentence. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

MAHONING COUNTY Library officials announce New Middletown move

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

Some people need guidance through health care system

Opinion: Some people need guidance through health care system EDITOR: There are times when navigating the

BLUEGRASS MUSIC Legendary banjo player is still on a three-fingered roll

At 80, Earl Scruggs shows no signs of retiring. By JOHN GEROME ASSOCIATED PRESS NASHVILLE,

PENNSYLVANIA State tries earlier baiting to prevent spread of rabies

Counties to get the vaccine-laced bait early include Lawrence and Mercer. SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) --

Rec center is becoming a reality

A Web camera will bring the construction site to alumni across the nation. By JoANNE VIVIANO

HELOISE Clothing care symbols can be confusing

Dear Heloise: I need help with deciphering those care symbols on clothing-care labels. I have no

BOSTON Marathon monopoly for Kenya comes separately

The women's finish matched the closest in the division. BOSTON (AP) -- Catherine Ndereba ran

SPECIAL EDUCATION Hire new teacher, official urges Austintown board

A board member said the board should seek to rescind employee raises. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR

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Defense not to be doubted

The Penguins' unit didn't play with fire in last week's jersey scrimmage. & lt;a

Hearings test Bush administration policy regarding Guantanamo Bay detainees

Future cases will deal with the rights of Americans declared enemy combatants. WASHINGTON (AP) --

DIANE MURPHY

At the top of the flier was a graphic -- an old Youngstown postcard featuring a steel mill, enormous

"It is a period that we should all be on alert for anything, from terrorism to hoaxes. We should not

NFL Disgruntled Dillon sent to Super Bowl champion

The Bengals received a second-round draft pick. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Corey Dillon wanted out. He got

FABRIC Soft, supple faux suede is easy to sew

Choosing a pattern suitable for napped fabrics is vital. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Many of

News cheers Girard mayor

Girard's fiscal supervisor will seek an opinion on use of future logging money. By TIM YOVICH

Funding allocated to new centers

The new centers focus on mathematics, engineering and biology research. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown

Today is Tuesday, April 20, the 111th day of 2004. There are 255 days left in the year. On this date

YSU recreation center is a win-win for students, Valley

Opinion: Energy and optimism greeted groundbreaking Monday for a $12.1 million recreation and wellness center

Bodies are Halliburton contractors

Residents and security forces began returning to Fallujah. HOUSTON (AP) -- Three of four bodies

A block from draft sidelines Clarett

A block from draft sidelines Clarett k YOUNGSTOWN NATIVE Maurice Clarett's sprint toward the NFL

FRANCHISES Sure things are spawning spinoffs

It can be hard to judge how much is too much when it comes to a franchise. NEW YORK (AP) --

Leetonia cops join activities

A resource officer's main duty is to build rapport with pupils, the chief said. By NANCY TULLIS

MCDONALD'S New CEO faces task of proving himself

Charlie Bell started working part time for McDonald's at age 15. CHICAGO (AP) -- After the

AROUND THE HORN Monday's other games

NATIONAL LEAGUE Giants 4, Padres 3 SAN FRANCISCO -- Barry Bonds hit his 666th homer through a

Guilty of charges , man goes to jail

STRUTHERS -- Robert J. Greenwalt III, 24, of John Street, began serving four 180-day sentences in

YSU Dana festival features speakers, performance

A Pulitzer Prize-winning composer will rehearse with students and faculty. YOUNGSTOWN -- Guest

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She may end relationship because suitor seems to dislike her daughter

Dear Annie: One year ago, I ended my marriage to a guy who adored me but couldn't stand my daughter

N.Y. man wants to get tiger back

Ming belongs in New York, insists the man who says he owns him. & lt;a

Three found shot to death

TRIADELPHIA, W.Va. (AP) -- The bodies of a couple and the woman's son were found inside the family's

The WB's 'Superstar USA' bills itself as a satire of talent contests

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Talent counts for nothing in "Superstar USA," a new WB series that gives bad

ADVICE New magazine serves as guide for men who enjoy acquiring

Cargo is mainly a guy-gadget friendly magazine . SCRIPPS HOWARD What do you get when you

River cleanup draws officials' support

'If your river isn't happy, you're not happy,' a n official of the U.S. EPA said. & lt;a

HUBBARD | City council

Highlights of Monday night's city council meeting: Street sweeping has been suspended because the

AMISH BUSINESS

AMISH BUSINESS Using technology Technology used by larger Amish enterprises: Battery-operated

Automaker beats forecast of its earnings figures

Earnings for GM's automotive operations rose 12 percent. DETROIT (AP) -- General Motors Corp.

Students take 4th place in academic bowl

This year was the first time Champion sent a team to the competition. By MIKE VAN CLEAVE

Cortland residents complain

The ditch is not designed to normally be filled with water, one official said. By STEPHEN SIFF

SIDELINED--FOR NOW

NEW YORK (AP) -- Maurice Clarett is facing another major obstacle on his way to the NFL. On

Council seeks fraction of proposed rate rise

Setting rates for five years is presumptuous, the company vice president said. By ROGER G. SMITH

DRAINAGE DITCH Cortland residents complain

The ditch is not designed to normally be filled with water, one official said. By STEPHEN SIFF

HOW HE SEES IT Bush finds U.N. relevant, after all

Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY President Bush is known for his "straight talk," but

Parents criticize grading system

School administrators are examining the grading system. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU

Ryan bill to form 'heritage area'

Rep. Tim Ryan's bill has bipartisan sponsorship in the House. & lt;a

REGION

REGION Farmers National parent earns $2.3 million CANFIELD -- Farmers National Banc Corp., the

Investigating man's death

Investigating man's death WARREN -- Police are investigating the death of a 21-year-old Ferndale

Fidel, Raul struggle for power in Cuba

Opinion: Here's the latest theory about the power struggle taking place inside Cuba: It's not between

Satterlee powers Ursuline past Harding; Springfield wins in ICL

Youngstown Christian defeated Rayen and Chaney beat Wilson. WARREN -- Sean Satterlee, David

Dog attacks 2 children at home of relative

SHARON, Pa. -- Police said an East Connelly Boulevard brother and sister were taken to Sharon

Teen sentenced to prison in attack on rapper's mom

Teen sentenced to prison in attack on rapper's mom PONTIAC, Mich. -- A 16-year-old boy was

Sidewalk and utility project goes faster than expected

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NEWTON FALLS -- Work is progressing ahead of schedule

LOGGING REVENUE News cheers Girard mayor

Girard's fiscal supervisor will seek an opinion on use of future logging money. By TIM YOVICH

What's in a name? Lots, when not the same

Opinion: By KAREN HELLER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS We left the country armed with a quartet of passports

Authorities arrest man on warrants in beating case

AUSTINTOWN -- Police have arrested a Youngstown man accused of beating a 54-year-old Rhode Island

Rendell makes many stops in area, touts economic stimulus package

The governor talked about Millennium Park. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU NEW

'LAW &amp; amp; ORDER' Actor decides to appear as arrogant judge on 'SVU'

He decided the role was too challenging to pass up. By DAVE MASON SCRIPPS HOWARD Tom Skerritt

YSU FOOTBALL Defense not to be doubted

The Penguins' unit didn't play with fire in last week's jersey scrimmage. By PETE MOLLICA

Montreal completes comeback

The Canadiens won for the first time after trailing a series, 3-1. BOSTON (AP) -- Alex Kovalev

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