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Bucks survive Pistons' rally
Michael Redd scored a career playoff-high 26 points for Milwaukee. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) --
The same old plot
The same old plot kMOVIES don't need to be new and different to be produced by Hollywood. The
Wrong on rights
Opinion: Washington Post: The Senate is due to take up a constitutional amendment designed to grant rights in
Will 'Passion' get airtime from major networks?
The broadcasters may be wary about the violence, an analyst says. NEW YORK (AP) -- Despite being
Official's link to broker is probed
The treasurer said the investigations into him are political. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
NATION
NATION GM executive receives millions in compensation DETROIT -- General Motors Corp. chairman
AUDITIONS Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Androcles and the Lion," "The Ugly Duckling," and "Children of Eden." Kent Trumbull
More buy environmentally friendly cars
Pennsylvania and Ohio rank 10th and 11th in hybrid car registrations. DETROIT (AP) -- The number
TRUMBULL COUNTY Teens testify on Fowler program
It is not known if the police chief will testify. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
CALIFORNIA Officer's slaying sparks death penalty debate
The police force is pressuring a prosecutor opposed to capital punishment. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
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CAL THOMAS Sharon's gamble in Gaza, elsewhere
Opinion: By deciding to give up areas populated by Jews in Gaza (known as "settlements" by those who regard
Niles man is appointed to MVSD board
NILES -- City council has appointed James Sylvester of Bonnie Brae Avenue to serve a three-year term
ROUNDUP | Wednesday's other games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Marlins 8, Phillies 7, 12 innings PHILADELPHIA -- Mike Lowell became the first
MAHONING VALLEY Lowellville mayor warns village of possible money problems
Tri-Span Inc. recently bought 15 acres in the village for a new building. By MARALINE KUBIK
Teacher resigns over providing details of test
REYNOLDSBURG, Ohio (AP) -- A teacher has resigned more than a month after being put on leave for
Publicize your festival
Publicize your festival Wanted: Festival news. Groups that are planning summer festivals should
Creditor group argues for alternative takeover plan
By CYNTHIA VINARSKY VINDICATOR BUSINESS WRITER WARREN -- The creditor group vying for the
Utica, Ill., residents recall 8 who died in tornado
UTICA, Ill. (AP) -- When a twister tore through this small town, people bolted for the safest places
INDIANS Vizquel on verge of 2,000th hit
The shortstop is also closing in on his 2,000th game. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Abuse of disabled people is prevalent, speaker says
About 85 percent of mentally retarded women will be sexually abused. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Alcohol ads surround teens' picks
Trade groups said parents, not ads, had more influence on underage drinking. ST. LOUIS POST-
Brookfield officials list 12 cuts
It's certain that pupils will have to pay to play next year. By MIKE VAN CLEAVE VINDICATOR
Major reforms are needed to make the Endangered Species Act friendly to both people and animals. ESA's rigid regulatory framework should be replaced with voluntary, non-regulatory, incentive-based
Opinion: Major reforms are needed to make the Endangered Species Act friendly to both people and animals.
House mulls elections for time of crisis
The House's No.3 Republican is talking with others about what to do. WASHINGTON (AP) -- On Sept.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Douglas L. Braund, 46, of 5258 N. Beacon Drive, Austintown,
Investigators probe blast at Saudi security building
A group claimed responsibility for the fatal explosion. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) -- Investigators
OHIO Son accused of buying drugs while mom's home lacked heat
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The son of an 81-year-old woman is accused of using her money to buy drugs while
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
TRUMBULL COUNTY Adult club stays trouble-free
Officials will see if the club has been paying personal property tax. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and
Deal is turning point
A Youngstown company is bracing for the effects of a national sales contract. & lt;a
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BOYS DIVISION I 100: Davis (Howland) 11.1; Koval (Poland), 11.2; Davis (Harding), 11.2; Provitt
"If the peaceful track does not play itself out ... major hostilities will resume on short notice."
Opinion: "If the peaceful track does not play itself out ... major hostilities will resume on short notice."
MAGAZINE'S PICKS Starship tune leads the list of worst songs
NEW YORK (AP) -- Starship may have built this city on rock 'n' roll, but Blender magazine is tearing
Adult club stays trouble-free
Officials will see if the club has been paying personal property tax. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and
Lowellville mayor warns village of possible money problems
Tri-Span Inc. recently bought 15 acres in the village for a new building. By MARALINE KUBIK
Researchers: No sperm used in making mice
Scientists stimulated an egg with chemicals and an electrical charge. MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL
NBA ROUNDUP | Wednesday's other games
Heat 93, Hornets 63 MIAMI -- The Heat had no need for another last-second hero -- not the way New
YSU FOOTBALL Spring 'D' earning a D
Coach Jon Heacock said the defense needs to improve. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Two will face grand jury in connection with melee
One man was shot and a policeman injured after a concert. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR
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Spring 'D' earning a D
Coach Jon Heacock said the defense needs to improve. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
CBS shows photos of Diana after wreck, angering many
The pictures weren't graphic or exploitative, CBS insisted. LONDON (AP) -- Family and associates
YOUNGSTOWN | Council's actions
City council met Wednesday and: Heard Sarah A. Gunn, president of Habitat for Humanity of Mahoning
Senator's wife faces charge after dispute
WASHINGTON (AP) -- The wife of Sen. Max Baucus, D-Mont., was accused Wednesday of hitting a woman in
Troops return from Iraq
The soldiers were escorted in by several police departments. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
From Cosby to Keaton, a who's who of laughs
Classic and contemporary comedy were cited in the survey. By TRACEY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR
Trying to get the bugs out
There is no wood in the building other than furniture. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Philippi's hits power Wilson
Campbell defeated Chaney and Poland won a MAC contest with Struthers. YOUNGSTOWN -- Marcus
Coalition hesitates in blame for bombs
Iraqi forces weren't a reliable source of help for the coalition. BASRA, Iraq (AP) -- Coalition
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Help seek more funds, Liberty chief urges
Art programs and busing have recently been victims of funding hits. By HOLLY A. TAYLOR
Kerry discloses meetings with lobbyists
The disclosures go beyond what is required by law and is in response to criticism. WASHINGTON POST
Sharon pushes plan despite declining popularity
JERUSALEM (AP) -- Prime Minister Ariel Sharon is losing ground in his hard-line Likud Party less
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Top drug suspect captured, faces charges in 2 countries
Mexico's attorney general accuses Otto Herrera of ties to a Colombian cartel. MEXICO CITY (AP) --
California grand jury indicts Michael Jackson
More than two dozen witnesses testified. LOS ANGELES TIMES SANTA BARBARA, Calif. -- A grand jury
Commissioners to hire state help to persuade voters to back tax levy
Commissioners will present the information to voters on the campaign trail. By BOB JACKSON
Koval set for tough challenge
The Austintown heavyweight will help highlight an eight-fight card. WHEELING, W.Va. -- Pat Nelson
Making the ESA proactive could unite its defenders and critics.
Opinion: Making the ESA proactive could unite its defenders and critics. By WILLIAM ROBERT IRVIN KNIGHT
Queen Mary 2 ends maiden Atlantic crossing
Queen Mary 2 ends maiden Atlantic crossing NEW YORK -- Gigantic, it is. Titanic, it's not.
Lowellville mayor warns of possible money problems
Tri-Span Inc. recently bought 15 acres in the village for a new building. By MARALINE KUBIK
Judge prepares to choose winner in bid for company
Bondholders told the judge their offer for Weirton Steel is the best. WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) --
Traffic project targets 3 St. Clair Twp. sites
Rights of way must be clear by May 19 for the work to be done this year. By NANCY TULLIS
Cubs pummel Bucs starter in early blowout
Winless Josh Fogg was torched in Chicago's 12-1 romp. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Managers always talk
SOFTWARE MAKER Deal is turning point
A Youngstown company is bracing for the effects of a national sales contract. By DON SHILLING
Poland zoning rules get final OK
The new regulations create a business corridor along U.S. Route 224. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
U.S. forces seek aid from former military
Ex-Iraqi officers contend they could quickly reorganize and bring order. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR
Council OKs idea to look into plan to merge 911 centers
A separate 911 center drains the city budget, councilman says. By ROGER G. SMITH and BOB JACKSON
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MOVIE REVIEW '13 Going On 30' is pleasant but forgettable tweener fare
The body-swapping premise doesn't break any new ground. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR
Masters from 2 countries to vie in 'Iron Chef America'
The cooking show with a cult following gets a new twist. SCRIPPS HOWARD "Allez cuisine!" If
Colin Powell fails to redeem himself
Opinion: BOSTON -- A while back, a friend of mine took a new job that had all sorts of opportunities and
HER BASES-LOADED DOUBLE KEPT BOARDMAN UNDEFEATED.
Her bases-loaded double kept Boardman undefeated. BOARDMAN -- Melanie Lodyn hit a bases-loaded
Iraq hearings produce details
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Two days of Capitol Hill hearings on Iraq have produced some new details on Bush
OSU FOOTBALL Draft doesn't decimate Buckeyes' defense
Ohio State lost some big names, but there's plenty of talent remaining. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Constant vigilance, moving fast are rules of road in Iraq
The navigator guards religiously against getting lost. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CAMP FALLUJAH,
Report: Basinger's jewels from Baldwin sell big
Report: Basinger's jewels from Baldwin sell big NEW YORK -- The engagement ring that Alec Baldwin
Anti-immigrant candidates fail to win board seats
A record number of Sierra Club members participated in the election. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Anti-
Diplomat's diaries are made public
James Grover McDonald, who died 30 years ago, was a native of Ohio. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON
Group seeks stronger rules on kennel in neighborhood
Salt Springs Road residents were upset over a planned bike trail. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
HOLLYWOOD
Updating an older, successful movie tends to be financially safe. By GLENN LOVELL KNIGHT RIDDER
MAHONING COUNTY Council OKs idea to look into plan to merge 911 centers
A separate 911 center drains the city budget, councilman says. By ROGER G. SMITH and BOB JACKSON
Rumsfeld's phraseology put to music
A songwriter has made a CD based on the secretary of defense's 'lyrics.' KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Stopping on a dime
There's an old joke about a fellow named Artie who breaks into a home and kills three people during
Fox plans to launch 5 series
One exec hopes the summer programming will give stability to the network. LOS ANGELES TIMES
Manning's father favors N.Y.
Archie Manning doesn't want his son, Eli, stuck on a bad team. SAN DIEGO (AP) -- Archie Manning
Today is Thursday, April 22, the 113th day of 2004. There are 253 days left in the year. On this date in 1954, the televised Senate Army-McCarthy hearings begin.
Today is Thursday, April 22, the 113th day of 2004. There are 253 days left in the year. On this
Computer deal is a turning point for downtown software developer
A Youngstown company is bracing for the effects of a national sales contract. By DON SHILLING
Officials to vote on buying 50 more beds for jail
Keeping more federal detainees means more revenue, the sheriff said. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
New U.S. ambassador to Iraq must win the hearts, minds
Opinion: As John Negroponte ponders the challenges he will face as America's first ambassador in a sovereign
Vizquel on verge of 2,000th hit
The shortstop is also closing in on his 2,000th game. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Troops return from duty
The soldiers were escorted in by several police departments. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW
NFL Clarett situation has little effect on teams' draft strategy
His lawyer expects Justice Ginsberg to rule before Saturday's draft. COLUMBUS (AP) -- While
Warren buys meters for flooding study
The devices will help the city gauge water flow into the sewer system. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
STANLEY CUP PLAYOFFS 2003 semifinalists now are sitting out
The West has four different surviving participants. ASSOCIATED PRESS As soon as Toronto forward
The characters we love to hate give television an edge
C'mon, admit it. You love to loathe these celebrities and characters from the TV world. U Omarosa
BROWNS Gallery tops list, but Miami duo not far behind
San Diego's GM said Cleveland has expressed interest in the No. 1 pick. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Butch
QB Roethlisberger awaits an early call
The Miami player admits he's antsy about his future. ASSOCIATED PRESS The workouts are finished.
Clarett situation has little effect on teams' draft strategy
His lawyer expects Justice Ginsberg to rule before Saturday's draft. COLUMBUS (AP) -- While
Candidates differ on pollution
Polls show the public is less concerned about environmental issues than before. KNIGHT RIDDER
Convinced that God called George Bush to be president
Opinion: Convinced that God called George Bush to be president EDITOR: The attitude of many people toward
Officials welcome trade vows
China says it will crack down on piracy and counterfeiting of U.S. products. WASHINGTON (AP) --
McDaniels: Lawyers misguided
The Warren Harding coach said Clarett should have had a safety net. By BRIAN RICHESSON
Neighbor helps rescue child from burning home
The child was in good condition this morning at Akron Children's Hospital. By LAURE CIOFFI
Orb tracks the Dow, but it will do so much more
Devices can be used to track energy use or eBay auctions. ASSOCIATED PRESS It looks like a size-
REVIEW Billy Joel's characters tell musical story in 'Movin Out'
The dancers' moves will knock you out. By DEBORA SHAULIS ENTERTAINMENT EDITOR PITTSBURGH --
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Gallery tops list, but Miami duo not far behind
San Diego's GM said Cleveland has expressed interest in the No. 1 pick. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Butch
Importation plan gets bipartisan support
An FDA official said fees to pay for safety certification might come up short. DALLAS MORNING NEWS