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Officials tackle scrap-tire issue

0The city is working with the county on short- and long-term plans for scrap tires. & lt;a

Canfield's Banna, Pulakos combine for two-hitter

The Cardinals posted their 15th win with a 2-0 decision over Alliance. ALLIANCE -- Canfield High

He may be Ozzie with an attitude

The tight end's versatility will allow Cleveland to use him in a variety of roles. CLEVELAND (AP)

Donation helps pay for gym-floor tarp

The weight room equipment fund has reached $37,000. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

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8-bout pro boxing card set for May 21 at Byzantine Center

Billy Lyell of Niles will be featured in the main event. YOUNGSTOWN -- Professional boxing returns

Republicans ignore the needs of workers

Opinion: Last Thursday, House Republicans stood on the floor of the U.S. House of Representatives and

Singh snares 17th title

His 68 resulted in a two-stroke victory over Scott Hoch in the Houston Open. HUMBLE, Texas (AP) --

Reds' 5-2 victory tempered by arm injury to Kearns

Aaron Harang beat Pittsburgh for the second time in two starts. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Cincinnati

HOME RULE CHARTER Farrell tables vote on panel

Sharon City Council delayed action on the issue earlier this month. FARRELL, Pa. -- City council

Residents tell board they oppose industrial site on Route 304

A buffer would be left between the industrial property and nearby homes. & lt;a

AREA RESULTS | Cleveland Marathon

How area runners fared in the Cleveland Marathon Sunday: Hlebak, Matthew, Austintown, 4:19:54

U.S. kills 43 rebels near holy city Najaf

A Marine died in an attack in Fallujah after a cease-fire there was extended. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)

NBA PLAYOFFS Pistons' offense clicks against Bucks, 109-92

Detroit took a 3-1 series lead, and can end it Thursday night. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Maybe the Detroit

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MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Matthew D. Brickley, 26, of 700 Dunagan Forest Drive,

New album is departure for Lynn

The album has a rock edge and is produced by a big fan of Lynn's, Jack White. By JOHN GEROME

CURBSTONERS Pavlik pursuing middleweights

The undefeated fighter intends to go after the WBA belt late this year. By BRIAN RICHESSON

"We are seeing the beginnings ... in the last two weeks of some degree of spring surge by the enemy

Opinion: "We are seeing the beginnings ... in the last two weeks of some degree of spring surge by the enemy

Ohio

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-6-0 Pick 4, 9-9-6-6 Buckeye 5, 14-18-28-31-33 Day

Speech to focus on jobs

Ohio is third in lost manufacturing jobs under Bush. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS

The power within can offer peace

Dr. Alma Garcia-Smith's home is beautiful in its simplicity. It's a large residence in a fairly new

FASHION Q &amp; amp;A

Q: When is the best time to shop for bargains in department stores? At the pre-season sales or the

Open enrollment is discussed

The school board presented the new policy to district parents. By MIKE VAN CLEAVE VINDICATOR

MCKINLEY ELEMENTARY Board's vote to close school has parents considering options

One board member noted other areas where cuts can be made. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

The value of a good parking space? To some, $160K

Boston doesn't have the highest prices. For those, head to New York. BOSTON (AP) -- As real estate

Guitarist will teach children at rock camp

The kids will learn and perform in bands. By BRAD BARNES KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS ATLANTA --

U.S. ties Slovakia to score first point

The Americans showed improvement from their loss to Finland Saturday. OSTRAVA, Czech Republic (AP)

Suit seeks cash for prison time

The Dana Street man wants big dollars to pay for his time behind bars. & lt;a

AROUND THE HORN | Monday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 6, Twins 1 MINNEAPOLIS -- Ted Lilly tossed a two-hitter, giving

U.S. Olympic officials want to field drug-free team

The USOC is pleading with federal authorities for help to expose drug-cheaters. SAN FRANCISCO

Senate battle will boost primary election turnout

Today's ballots include one statewide issue and six U.S. House district battles. HARRISBURG (AP)

CARL P. LEUBSDORF Politics driving Bush's Mideast policy

Opinion: For three decades, American presidents of both parties have steered a careful course in the Middle

Bleggi flips one-hitter

The Canfield sophomore struck out eight in a 1-0 win over Alliance. CANFIELD -- Canfield High

Board's vote to close school has parents considering options

One board member noted other areas where cuts can be made. & lt;a

Gift cards would be great for teachers

Dear Heloise: The idea of giving teachers a gift card to a local bookstore, etc., is very thoughtful

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ZONING Residents tell board they oppose industrial site on Route 304

A buffer would be left between the industrial property and nearby homes. By TIM YOVICH

BASEBALL MONDAY'S RESULTS CHANEY 17, RAYEN 2

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An 'unannounced' stop by the candidate at a Valley restaurant was canceled.

An 'unannounced' stop by the candidate at a Valley restaurant was canceled. By DAVID SKOLNICK

Clean tech draws investors

Interest in solar power and other clean technologies is growing. PALO ALTO, Calif. (AP) -- Martin

REVIEW Felines own the stage, audience in 'Cats'

In costume and demeanor, the actors become the cats. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR STAFF

Accuser's sexual history before jurors is issue

Nine defense witnesses testi fied in private on Monday. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- Prosecutors in the

KENTUCKY DERBY Lion Heart is kept from bustle of Churchill Downs

Trainer Patrick Biancone keeps Lion Heart 80 miles away at Keeneland. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Lion

Tentative contract reached

The union is expected to issue a statement on the pact today. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR

Lion Heart is kept from bustle of Churchill Downs

Trainer Patrick Biancone keeps Lion Heart 80 miles away at Keeneland. LOUISVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- Lion

Wilson raps 19 hits in 18-7 triumph

Bryant Bailey led the attack with a double, three singles and three RBIs. YOUNGSTOWN -- The

REUNIONS

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Reversible garments will extend wardrobes

Combining a print with a plain material is a practical idea for many people. KNIGHT RIDDER

Candidate pays a visit to the Valley

An 'unannounced' stop by the candidate at a Valley restaurant was canceled. By DAVID SKOLNICK

New VH1 awards show to honor rap pioneers

NEW YORK (AP) -- Hip-hop's pioneers will be celebrated with a new awards show to air later this year

Howland board weighs open-enrollment plan

Board members aren't particularly fond of open enrollment. By HOLLY A. TAYLOR VINDICATOR

Deputy to be fired, sheriff says

The deputy, who faces 10 to 16 months in prison, will testify against others. & lt;a

MARTHA STEWART CASE Prosecutors ask judge to deny another trial for home-decor guru

Could Martha's $14,000 handbag help her attorneys win a new trial? NEW YORK (AP) -- Federal

WHITE SUPREMACIST CONVICTED IN MURDER PLOT

White supremacist convicted in murder plot CHICAGO -- Anti-discrimination groups are warning that

King-Mavs series bad excuse for two teams known for offense

Sacramento's 94-92 victory gave the Kings a 3-1 lead in the series. DALLAS (AP) -- The supposedly

Paper reports bread delivery by troopers

HARRISBURG (AP) -- State police officials will investigate a newspaper's report that three troopers

Judge rebuffs creditors' attempt to derail ISG purchase

Creditors offered more money, but the judge called ISG's offer the best. WHEELING, W.Va. (AP) -- A

ASON BARNES WAS GOING for your basic mustache, but he got a bit more than he bargained for

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Kerry's inner circle is colorless

Opinion: By COLBERT I. KING WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- John Kerry, oh, John Kerry, say it isn't so.

Council mulls salary increases for managers

The health-care package would be the same as what AFSCME approved in 2002. & lt;a

IRAQ Battle rages outside Najaf

A Marine died in an attack in Fallujah after a cease-fire there was extended. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP)

WAL-MART Officials grant zoning requests

The store is the major part of a bigcommercial project. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU

2 officials oppose proposal

State officials say video slots will bring in $600 million a year. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

Grant admits it's not time for a family, report says

Grant admits it's not time for a family, report says LONDON -- Hugh Grant says he would agree to

Oil-for-food investigation must be all-encompassing

Opinion: In December 1996, the U.N. Security Council launched the oil-for-food program aimed at giving Saddam

Roethlisberger is eager to show what he can do

The rookie quarterback is showing an air of confidence coming into Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) --

Ingenious students create wedding gowns

Garments for weddings require special attention. By SUSAN KHALJE SCRIPPS HOWARD I've just

REGION

REGION Sky Bank opens at new location YOUNGSTOWN -- Sky Bank has opened at 3960 South Ave. in

National Guardsmen from Pa. earn honors

Both soldiers were treated at a hospital and immediately returned to duty. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Two

They've got milk mustaches

They've got milk mustaches k MARY HADDOW Elementary School pupils sported glistening milk

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Boyfriend's mother is serving as an enabler for his alcoholism

Dear Annie: I have an issue with my live-in boyfriend's mother. "Brett's" mom comes for dinner once

Labor Department task force to target eligibility

Labor unions and Democrats have criticized the overtime rule changes. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Labor

Today is Tuesday, April 27, the 118th day of 2004. There are 248 days left in the year. On this date

Campbell board should rethink superintendent's job

Opinion: Campbell board should rethink superintendent's job EDITOR: Campbell Board of Education members

Jordan airs video of purported plot

Police killed four suspects possibly linked to the conspiracy. AMMAN, Jordan (AP) -- State

KELLEN WINSLOW JR. He may be Ozzie with an attitude

The tight end's versatility will allow Cleveland to use him in a variety of roles. CLEVELAND (AP)

Israelis kill 2 Palestinians, wound 1

Israel observed its independence day amid the violence. NABLUS, West Bank (AP) -- Israeli troops

Don't stiff asbestos victims

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: For decades now, as tens of thousands of workers exposed to asbestos have

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HILL VIEW MANOR Lawsuit by former buyers names Lawrence County, officials

The buyers assert they lost $5 million when the deal fell through. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR

Summary of police activity for the city of Canfield and Austintown.

Summary of police activity for the city of Canfield and Austintown. CANFIELD April 20 Arrest:

TRUMBULL COUNTY Even with RMI lockout, RTI turns a profit again

A lump-sum, $9.1 million payment from Boeing turned red into black. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Senate panel likely to reject pension items

An East Liverpool lawmaker is disappointed in his colleague's plan. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

Shining promise of Iraq mission dulls

Opinion: By SUE DIAZ CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR SAN DIEGO -- The photo, full of light, movement, and

Sharks' goalie stops Avalanche for the third straight game, 1-0

Evgeni Nabokov has San Jose one win from the conference finals. DENVER (AP) -- Colorado's high-

Cardinal Mooney shuts out JFK

Chaney's Rachel Miller was 3-for-4 with a triple against Rayen. WARREN -- Freshman Mimi Vitello

By DAVID SKOLNICK

By DAVID SKOLNICK and PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITERS AUSTINTOWN -- U.S. Sen. John

Hyundai and DaimlerChrysler discuss redefining partnership

SEOUL, South Korea (AP) -- South Korea's biggest carmaker, Hyundai Motor Co., and DaimlerChrysler AG

MAHONING COUNTY Deputy to be fired, sheriff says

The deputy, who faces 10 to 16 months in prison, will testify against others. By PATRICIA MEADE

SOCIAL SECURITY Q &amp; amp;A

Q: Is there a maximum Social Security retirement benefit? A: A person who retires at his or her

Teen tries to cut ties with convicted dad

Massachusetts officials are trying to help the boy in his effort. LOS ANGELES TIMES SANDOWN,

Judge blocks plan to expand Canadian beef imports

A cattlemen group argued the imports posed a risk to human health. BILLINGS, Mont. (AP) -- A

Columbiana principal to move up to superintendent's office

The new superintendent has been a Valley administrator, teacher and coach. & lt;a

Heating repairman faces new theft, bribery charges

Funds went into Delmont's retirement account soon after the scandal broke. & lt;a

TRUMBULL COUNTY Heating repairman faces new theft, bribery charges

Funds went into Delmont's retirement account soon after the scandal broke. By STEPHEN SIFF and

YSU defense is adjusting

The Penguins' defense is undergoing changes under two new defensive coordinators. By PETE MOLLICA

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