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Band's songs draw from the darkness

The group says that pain can inspire people to accomplish great things. By CHELSEA J. CARTER

SOCCER Pope nets U.S. a 1-0 victory

The United States defeated Mexico for the sixth time in eight meetings. DALLAS (AP) -- Eddie Pope

FAN ATTRACTION Sci-fi museum is set to open in Seattle

The museum also contains the Science Fiction Hall of Fame. By BILL HUTCHENS TACOMA NEWS TRIBUNE

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Janis Ian When: 8 p.m. Friday. Where: Kent Stage, 175 E. Main St., Kent Tickets:

SHENANGO VALLEY Unemployment in counties falls

The jobless rate dropped nearly one-half of a percentage point in March in Mercer County. The

MAHONING COUNTY Austintown man pleads guilty to voluntary manslaughter

Police said the men argued over a debt for living expenses. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE

PUBLIC HEALTH Figures reveal even more are at risk from diabetes

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Millions more Americans than previously thought have signs of what could later

HELOISE Tied-on TV schedule never is lost

Dear Heloise: Every week when we receive our television guide, I take the paper and punch a hole

SHENANGO TWP. Public debates police merger

Some people want the issue to be put on the ballot as a referendum. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

MERCER COUNTY Judge orders woman to pay back $20,000

Ten lawbreakers were either jailed or put on probation. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR

Photos depict abuses of Iraqis by American troops.

Photos depict abuses of Iraqis by American troops. FALLUJAH, Iraq (AP) -- All U.S. Marine forces

CONGRESS House ends marriage penalty tax

WASHINGTON (AP) -- The House delivered the first in a series of election-year bills designed to

CRIME Victims advocate says alcohol is No. 1 drug used in sex assaults

The lecture dealt with date-rape prevention and resources to help victims. By SEAN BARRON

Sakic's goal in overtime gives Avalanche a 1-0 win and hope

Colorado stayed alive in the series against the Sharks with its first win. DENVER (AP) -- The

Report: Sex tape features 'Baywatch' babe Nolin

Report: Sex tape features 'Baywatch' babe Nolin NEW YORK -- Paris who? There's a new celebrity sex

MAHONING COUNTY Charges add up in three courts

The Niles event triggered a probation violation hearing in common pleas court. By PATRICIA MEADE

MILLENNIUM PARK Officials OK plan, proposal

A public hearing on the matter is set for May 11. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU

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NETWORK TELEVISION Studios give special attention to film ads during May sweeps

One ad features a 10-minute look at the new 'Harry Potter' film. By LISA DE MORAES WASHINGTON

PREP SOFTBALL Ursuline clinches share of first Steel Valley title

The Irish can win it outright by beating Warren JFK on Monday. YOUNGSTOWN -- Maureen Cearfoss

'LEAVE IT TO BEAVER' Actor is proud to be tied to show

Jerry Mathers said he's sorry for actors associated with shows that aren't as good. By GLENN

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

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WEATHERSFIELD SCHOOLS Board: If voters pass levy, limited busing will return

The district's superintendent will go to the top Niles schools post. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR

SEPT. 11 PROBE Cheney, Bush face questions

The panel wanted a separate meeting with the president and vice president. WASHINGTON (AP) --

ELLEN GOODMAN Reality of Iraq war hidden from view

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- There was a time when the Pentagon worried about passing a national exam on war. It

Gunshots strike police vehicle near filming of J-Kwon video

ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Four shots struck a police van earlier this week near where teenage rapper J-Kwon

YSU ROSTERS Red-White spring game

RED TEAM Defensive line: Justin Scholes, Jamal Lee, Leon Edwards, Justin Martin. Linebackers:

The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and

OHIO Former Lisbon teacher receives federal prison term for child porn

CDs seized from the man's home showed children involved in sexual activity. COLUMBUS -- A former

MERCER COUNTY Church gets renewed OK for new site

By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU HERMITAGE, Pa. -- City commissioners have again approved

Mondesi, Fogg spark Bucs to 4-2 triumph over Astros

Raul Mondesi's two-run double in the eighth won the game for the Pirates. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The

CANFIELD Hazardous materials drop-off set

Oil-based paint will be accepted, but water-based paint will not. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

YSU FOOTBALL Brown is the top 'draft' choice for second time

The White team preferred defense to open the spring game draft. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

Insidiously sublime or insanely silly

Insidiously sublime or insanely silly k YOU'LL find both this summer at the movies, as the various

SENIORS' HEALTH Wine, coffee extend life span, study says

MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL SAN FRANCISCO -- If you live for fine wine and rich coffee, you may

CAL THOMAS John Kerry has a Catholic problem

Opinion: John Kerry made a familiar statement about abortion last week. Bill Clinton said it before him. Many

LOU GEHRIG'S DISEASE Study links military to ALS risk

MILWAUKEE JOURNAL SENTINEL SAN FRANCISCO -- A large new study has found a puzzling link between

LAWRENCE COUNTY Lawsuit filed over Hill View irks LaGrotta

The legislator calls the lawsuit a 'sick joke.' By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU

Karr is sharp for Champion

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF HUBBARD -- Thanks to a strong performance by sophomore

HOW HE SEES IT Let's vote the old-fashioned way

Opinion: By ZEV CHAFETS NEW YORK DAILY NEWS On Monday, John Kerry visited Palm Beach, Fla. -- the scene

DEBORA SHAULIS | On the Scene At the heart of the city is Core, for nightlife with a pulse

Go ahead. Try to look from the outside in at Core, the new dance club at West Federal and Phelps

NBA PLAYOFFS Travel-logged Bryant leads L.A.

The Lakers ousted Houston in the first round and will meet San Antonio next. LOS ANGELES (AP) --

DERBY NOTEBOOK From Churchill Downs

Castledale draws popular post: Castledale trainer Jeff Mullins arrived in Louisville on Wednesday

MOVIE REVIEW Lead actors carry lightweight 'Laws' with no trouble

There are no surprises in this formulaic romantic romp. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR

MILLENNIUM PARK Lawrence Co. officials OK plan, proposal

A public hearing on the matter is set for May 11. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU

GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Canned pumpkin helps relieve doggie diarrhea

Q. You have written that coconut is helpful to combat diarrhea in dogs as well as in humans. I

Bell restoration

Bell restoration MINERAL RIDGE -- A bell given to Mineral Ridge schools by the Church of Christ,

CONTRACTS School officials, 2 unions prepare for negotiations

School and union representatives are considering interest-based bargaining. By NANCY TULLIS

NFL Maddox expects to stay as Steelers' starting QB

Tommy Maddox is confident of his role after meeting with Bill Cowher. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A cooled-

BOWL CHAMPIONSHIP SERIES New selection formula develops

Four processes are being considered, and computers will remain. PHOENIX (AP) -- Computers will

RTI INTERNATIONAL METALS CEO predicts profit amid rough year

A union leader says an RTI competitor's stock is a better performer. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Attempted homicide

Attempted homicide HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Police have charged a Sharon woman with attempted homicide

Bradley blasts Indians organization in magazine

The former Indian said Eric Wedge has no credentials to be manager. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Outfielder

There's no big deal about 48

Today, I turned 48, and I just want to ask you one thing. So what? Turning 48 doesn't mean

LABOR-MANAGEMENT COMMITTEE State presents check for efforts

The state is trying to raise the profile of the labor-management effort. By HAROLD GWIN

Post Positions

Post Positions Field for Saturday's 130th Kentucky Derby, with post position, horse's name,

"If Bush says something really foolish, that could be a negative. But I doubt very much that that's

Opinion: "If Bush says something really foolish, that could be a negative. But I doubt very much that that's

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Daughter-in-law chose to upgrade cruise cabin without their consent

Dear Annie: My wife and I are going on an Alaskan cruise. We offered to pay the cost of the cruise

SUPREME COURT Case tests right to detain

The hearing looked at the detention of two Americans called 'enemy combatants.' LOS ANGELES TIMES

PRESCRIPTIONS Medco settles allegations of deceptions by 20 states

Now Medco will also call patients first, and patients can usually refuse. TRENTON, N.J. (AP) -- In

'Nightline' to feature roll call of Iraq war dead

NEW YORK (AP) -- Ted Koppel will devote the entire half-hour of "Nightline" Friday to reading names

Every day the children practice math skills, counting things such as coconuts.

Every day the children practice math skills, counting things such as coconuts. By MARALINE KUBIK

OUT-OF-TOWN BIRTHS

XFrank and Amy (Brandenstein) Piganelli of Henderson, Nev., are announcing the birth of a son,

'20/20' Adoption show gets personal

Five couples vie to adopt a teen's baby in this episode. By DAVID BIANCULLI NEW YORK DAILY NEWS

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PALEONTOLOGY Study shows different growth rate in Neanderthals, modern humans

Some researchers aren't so quick to agree. ASSOCIATED PRESS If you think your kids grow up fast,

Military band registration

Military band registration WARREN -- Registration will begin at 9 a.m. Saturday for band pupils

JANIS IAN Folk singer's talent shines in her latest, 'Billie's Bones'

Her new CD blends her talent in blues, folk, jazz and country. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR

CLEVELAND Benedictine football standouts charged with murder

Raymond Williams and Jon Huddleston have been jailed on the charges. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Two high

AROUND THE HORN Wednesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 6, Devil Rays 0 BOSTON -- Curt Schilling pitched his best game with

DALE EARNHARDT Family says film contains mistakes

ESPN producers don't have family support for a film on Dale Earnhardt. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

GOLF Nicklaus doubts playing future

Time and his own high standards have gotten the best of the Golden Bear. TRAVELERS REST, S.C. (AP)

FEDERAL EMPLOYEES Credit-card abuse continues

The GAO says there is weak oversight and a lack of strict disciplinary action. WASHINGTON POST

Ongoing

Ongoing ART Butler Institute of American Art, 524 Wick Ave., Youngstown: "Ralph Goings: Four

Want to transfer pupils to Youngstown?

Want to transfer pupils to Youngstown? YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown city schools will have an

PADDLING INVESTIGATION Grand jury hears Fowler chief

The police chief says he has nothing to hide. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

HOW SHE SEES IT Despite bad news from Iraq, Bush's poll numbers rising

Opinion: By MARSHA MERCER MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- The news from Iraq keeps getting

Last episode will pack in guest stars

ZAP2IT.COM There may be a wedding in store for the series finale of "Frasier" -- but not

CABLE COMPANY Comcast withdraws bid for Disney

Comcast instead will go ahead with a $1 billion stock repurchase program. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --

NFL As Couch, Packers sort out contract, Favre still focused

Green Bay re-signed back-up quarterback Doug Pederson. GREEN BAY, Wis. (AP) -- Brett Favre doesn't

Illinois woman who killed her kids seeks clemency

Illinois woman who killed her kids seeks clemency DWIGHT, Ill. -- Debra Gindorf has spent the past

WILD ANIMALS Experts to discuss cougars' return to eastern U.S.

Few people have evidence of having seen a mountain lion. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- For the true

Extended tours of duty will make recruiting difficult

Opinion: Detroit Free Press: The upsurge in violence in Iraq, plus the departure of forces from Spain, the

SCHOOLS Boardman board, staff sign pact

The three-year contract will be retroactive to June 2003. BOARDMAN -- Nonteaching staff members in

Bush's bus tour will stop in 4 Ohio cities

WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush's bus tour in the Midwest next week will include stops at four

Lohan, Waters click again in teen comedy 'Mean Girls'

A handful of 'Saturday Night Live' cast members play key roles. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR

Red Cross chapter sets Red and White Ball

The black-tie event will benefit local programs. LIBERTY -- Walter J. "Buzz" Pishkur will be the

'OSAMA' Story of girl disguised as boy gives Taliban further scorn

Movies were banned under the repressive regime. By TERRY LAWSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

MAHONING COUNTY Mayor rejects measures on changing pay

Council OK'd legislation to assess property owners for unpaid sewer bills. By MARALINE KUBIK

MAHONING COUNTY A sad day for patrons as Lowellville library closes

The North Lima branch will close today. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

COUNTRY HOME Owner: It's like a reunion

The hot tub is scheduled to be inspected Monday. By STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY SINKOVICH

Newton Falls school board lays off 13

The layoffs will take effect July 1. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF NEWTON

A year later, Youngstown remembers loss of officer

Opinion: A year later, Youngstown remembers loss of officer EDITOR: On this day, the Youngstown

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HONORING VETERANS World War II memorial opens with visit from schoolchildren

It will be dedicated Memorial Day weekend. COMBINED DISPATCHES WASHINGTON -- A national monument

STATE LEGISLATURE House expected to vote on motorsports measure

The cost for developing the proposed racetrack would be $300 million. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR

'Shopaholic' novels focus on life of glamor

Maybe it's an aftermath of "Sex and the City." But the shallow glamorous life of New York

A nation sets a bad example establishing lawless enclaves

Opinion: Unless the Supreme Court of the United States says otherwise, the Bush administration has created a

SEXUAL ASSAULT Date rape and drugs

Alcohol is the main drug used in date-rape crimes, but several others are frequently abused. They

'COLONIAL HOUSE' Despite hard conditions, former servant misses village

Her bad language got her tied to a stake in the cornfield for several hours. By GAIL SHISTER

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HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL Chaney sweeps City Series title for 15th straight year

The Cowboys had 17 hits to beat Wilson for a 4-0 league record. YOUNGSTOWN -- For the 15th

Q. Please tell me what happened to Shandi, the 10th girl to be eliminated from America's "Next Top

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Public debates police merger

Some people want the issue to be put on the ballot as a referendum. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

FUEL Pa. and W.Va. officials investigate reports of contaminated gasoline

KNOX, Pa. (AP) -- Sandy Myers' 2003 Hyundai Sonata was towed twice before mechanics found

AMERICAN LEAGUE Chicago erupts on Tribe bullpen

Cleveland wasted a four-run lead in the ninth inning. CHICAGO (AP) -- Ozzie Guillen's first month

'FRASIER' Dr. Crane will retire after 20 years on air

The series will show its last fresh episode at 9 p.m. May 11. It will run for an hour. NEW YORK

THE VALLEYS Classical, choral shows abound

The Shenango Valley Chorale will perform with two student groups. An abundance of classical and

DVD RELEASES Horror movies' classic trio featured in multifilm sets

The 'Legacy' DVDs feature one Dracula film making its disc debut. By TERRY LAWSON KNIGHT RIDDER

NATION

NATION Hyundai rises to second in vehicle-quality survey DETROIT -- Korean automaker Hyundai

ONLINE AUCTION Wedding dress modeled on eBay by divorced man fetches $3,850

DALLAS MORNING NEWS DALLAS -- When a man in Seattle found his ex-wife's wedding gown and decided

Court finds no basis for suit over voting

CINCINNATI (AP) -- A federal appeals court turned away a lawsuit Wednesday by people whose

KENTUCKY DERBY The Cliff's Edge tabbed favorite over Smarty Jones

Smarty Jones still might be the people's choice because of his humble background. LOUISVILLE, Ky.

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