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PURSE SNATCHED
Purse snatched YOUNGSTOWN -- A mother transferring her 9-month-old infant from a shopping cart to
TENNIS
TENNIS ALL-OHIO COLUMBUS -- Here are the 2004 All-Ohio High School Boy's Tennis Teams as voted
Drug cards get a slow response
Experts blame confusion and lack of knowledge. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NEW YORK -- The people
MISGUIDED SOLUTIONS
Opinion: Misguided solutions Scripps Howard: Rising gas prices work a particular hardship on some
Jurors to decide if fight led to death
The lawyers differ on who started the fight that day. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE
Today is Wednesday, June 2, the 154th day of 2004. There are 212 days left in the year. On this date in 1953, Queen Elizabeth II of Britain is crowned in Westminster Abbey, 16 months after the death
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, June 2, the 154th day of 2004. There are 212 days left in the year. On this date
Jurors hear details of affair, other evidence as case builds
The prosecution's case against Scott Peterson is circumstantial. LOS ANGELES TIMES REDWOOD CITY,
Pistons survive to face Lakers
Detroit outlasted the Pacers in a defensive struggle to advance to the finals. AUBURN HILLS, Mich.
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National cemetery readies for influx
DAYTON (AP) -- One of Ohio's two national cemeteries is getting a $1 million restoration to
Public defender picks clients, justices rule
A county judge's ruling violated the state's Public Defender Act. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A county
Storms cause many outages in Pennsylvania and Ohio areas
The Penn Power area was hard hit by the storms.VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT A series of storms
The best graduation present
By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF LIBERTY -- Josh Lammerding says he didn't think his
Chick-fil-A puts fresh fruit on menu
ATLANTA (AP) -- Chick-fil-A, a fast-food chain known for its fried-chicken sandwiches, is adding
Officials issue reminder about maintaining lawns
The township is looking to move its administrative offices. NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township
Drought changes farmers' ways in survival struggle
The Western drought is adding to the cost of produce. PHOENIX (AP) -- A nearly decade-long drought
Barajas' HR in 12th sinks Tribe
The Rangers snapped Cleveland's winning streak at four. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Rod Barajas was able to
THE BEAR FACTS|If you meet one
Weight ranges from 150 to 300 pounds. Average adult height is 2.5 to 3 feet at the shoulder. They
MAHONING COUNTY Chocolate company owner plans rapid expansion
The owner envisions 40 Shelton-Mathews stores within 10 years. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Ex-Outlaws leader, others convicted
Defense attorneys said individual chapters never conspired to sell drugs. TOLEDO (AP) -- For the
West Middlesex board to weigh fact-finder's report on contract
WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- The West Middlesex Area School Board will meet June 10 to consider the terms
Details offered in Padilla case
CHICAGO TRIBUNE WASHINGTON --The Justice Department on offered new details Tuesday of its case
Cards' Pujols hits ball hard in Pittsburgh
The slugger is hitting .412 in PNC Park since it opened in 2001. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Albert Pujols
Changes on way at QB position
Kurt Warner likely will sign with the Giants. NEWSDAY The Giants moved one step closer Tuesday
Driver Wimmer escapes a jail term
He received probation and service for drunk driving and fleeing an accident. HIGH POINT, N.C. (AP)
Israel demolishes houses, lives in Gaza campaign
Opinion: By JESSICA MONTELL LOS ANGELES TIMES Throughout recent weeks, a macabre exercise has been
Penguins fall in Calder Cup opener
MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Mathieu Darche scored a power-play goal in overtime as the Milwaukee Admirals
CBS cuts actresses despite promotion
The networks have been criticized for being too white. LOS ANGELES TIMES Lourdes Colon doesn't
North-South vulnerable. West deals.
North-South vulnerable. West deals. NORTH x A Q 10 9 u 9 5 4 v K Q 5 4 3 w 10 WEST
Militants clash with U.S. forces
In Kufa, explosions and gunfire rock the city. KUFA, Iraq (AP) -- Militants loyal to radical
Capriati advances to semis after victory over Serena
No. 9 Tim Henman became the first Englishman in 41 years to reach the semifinals. PARIS (AP) -- By
Springing another pop quiz
In honor of final exams being taken by students everywhere, it's time for another spring pop quiz.
Break doesn't deter Jarvis
The Canfield junior is headed to Columbus for the state track meet. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Man snatches purse
Man snatches purse YOUNGSTOWN -- A mother transferring her 9-month-old infant from a shopping cart
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Prison has few inmates
The inmates are coming from Baltimore, eastern Virginia and D.C. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Park objects to outdoor baptism rite
The ceremony has turned into a free-speech issue. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- The Rev. Todd Pyle thought
A '50s ideal, revised
Even a frenetic schedule allows time for dishes in 'The Working Parents Cookbook.' By CORIE BROWN
Probe brings new cell phone policy
The county treasurer has an outstanding cell phone bill of $488.38. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
In Dominican Republic, judge OKs singer's divorce
In Dominican Republic, judge OKs singer's divorce SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic -- A judge
Australian model wins title
Singer Gloria Estefan answered critics of beauty pageants. QUITO, Ecuador (AP) -- A 20-year-old,
COLLEGE NOTES | Area athletes
Youngstown State YOUNGSTOWN -- Soccer coach Anthony James has named Greg Mitchell to be his
Unity upstages acrimony at WWII event
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The country needed this -- a pause in the incivility and acrimony that has become all
CHICKEN KEBABS MARINATED IN YOGURT AND SPICES
CHICKEN KEBABS MARINATED IN YOGURT AND SPICES 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice 1/2cup plain
Accused of scam to bilk schools, charity files in bankruptcy court
There are no criminal charges so far. SALT LAKE CITY (AP) -- A charity accused of ripping off
Audits find districts kept accurate records
Pennsylvania Auditor General Robert P. Casey Jr. has released audits of the Lawrence County Area
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday External Relations Committee of the Youngstown State University Board of Trustees,
Trainer's focus placed on prepping Smarty Jones
John Servis hasn't gotten a chance to enjoy Kentucky Derby and Preakness wins. BENSALEM, Pa. (AP)
Renowned cellist brings classical music to masses
He didn't see many of his peers at his shows, so he took his music to them. ANN ARBOR, Mich. (AP)
Downtown project needs volunteers
YOUNGSTOWN -- Volunteers and contributions still are needed for Streetscape 2004, the downtown
New Waterford Net sting leads to arrest of 9th man
NEW WATERFORD -- A 41-year-old Cleveland-area man arraigned Tuesday is the ninth arrest since Jan.
Dem wins House seat in GOP-leaning state
The special election was to replace Bill Janklow, who served time for a fatal crash. SIOUX FALLS,
Americans can learn lessons from World War II era
Opinion: Americans can learn lessons from World War II era EDITOR: Looking through history books, I
U.S. military personnel fired on in Saudi capital
U.S. military personnel fired on in Saudi capital RIYADH, Saudi Arabia -- Gunmen attacked
Summer date set by Miss Guerrier, Frederick Block
XBOARDMAN -- Dr. Frank and Anne Guerrier, 7762 E. Parkside Drive, are announcing the engagement of
U.S. tracks terrorists by phone
It's a cat-and-mouse-game over the airwaves. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- An
Report angers retirees
The ethics commission report is incomplete, an attorney says. By PEGGY SINKOVICH and STEPHEN
U.N. cool to new draft
Some countries say language is needed to ensure Iraq's sovereignty. UNITED NATIONS (AP) -- A
Witnesses open new angle in case
Private jets were used to deliver Christmas trees and eggs, a witness said. NEW YORK (AP) -- In
Hamilton lifts Propane past Livi
His RBI single in the ninth capped Youngstown Propane's comeback win. STRUTHERS -- Ryan Hamilton
WNBA ROUNDUP Tuesday's games
Liberty 63, Sting 53 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Tari Phillips scored 10 of her 12 points in the final
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Mark J. Andy, 34, of 9655 North Lima Road, Poland, and Laura
War in Iraq isn't fighting terrorists; it's recruiting them
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER President Bush continues to insist, as he did last week, that
Evidence points to optimism for the future of WCI Steel
Evidence points to optimism for the future of WCI Steel A string of recent developments at WCI
Leader: Higher output will cut oil prices
A Saudi Arabian official says the market controls oil prices, not OPEC. BEIRUT, Lebanon (AP) --
With Bush, the buck stops way out there
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- The spirit that characterized the successful Truman presidency has long been encoded
Transsexual's case is sent back to U.S. court
The appellate court said a judge erred by dismissing the claims. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A federal
Berlin-Reiter engagement is announced
XGIRARD -- The engagement of Jennifer Berlin and Ben Reiter, both of 3416 Brookstone Trail, Indian
TENNIS | Notes from Paris
High hopes: Once again, Amelie Mauresmo raised a nation's hopes. Once again, France's expectations
Enrollment, aid audit nets near-perfect score
YSU had the best audit results of 48 higher education institutions in Ohio. YOUNGSTOWN --
State: Warren can act against landfill
A contempt of court motion is pending. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A
TODAY
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to
Heinz Kerry visits Valley
By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER AUSTINTOWN -- Teresa Heinz Kerry, the wife of the
Canfield players grow up to go to state
Nine players on Canfield High's team were Little League regional finalists. By JOHN KOVACH
By twisting a knob, a man lengthens his leg.
By twisting a knob, a man lengthens his leg. CAMDEN, N.J. (AP) -- Brian Kellam was 10 when he
Group discusses 2010 topics
One woman said residents are tired of having to badger city officials. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY
Engineer: Issues resolved over condo development
Legislation allowing vendors, including ice cream trucks, will be considered. By TIM YOVICH
The rain in May falls second, records say
The Valley's precipitation so far this year is above normal. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF
Pacers' O'Neal may bypass Olympics
A knee injury may prevent him from playing for the U.S. Olympic team. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) --
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE
FLOURLESS CHOCOLATE CAKE 1 teaspoon plus 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter 8 ounces semisweet
'Partial-birth abortion' ruled unconstitutional
Abortion-rights proponents say a woman's health is the most important issue. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) --
POOPSIE'S CREAMY CORN CAKES
POOPSIE'S CREAMY CORN CAKES 1 tablespoon oil 1 cup cornmeal 11/2 cups unbleached all-purpose
Marshall gets double dose of nominations for a Tony
The director/choreographer grew up in Pittsburgh and saw many shows. NEW YORK (AP) -- It's the
ON TOUR This week's golf events
PGA TOUR Memorial Tournament Dublin, Ohio Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Muirfield Village
Former Vindicator writer wins prestigious honor
It's a top honor for fine food and beverage professionals. COMBINED DISPATCHES NEW YORK -- For
Case for Iraq linkage to 9/11 grows stronger
Opinion: By DEROY MURDOCK SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE NEW YORK -- Did Mohamed Atta meet an Iraqi
Man faces charge of child sex
The defense lawyer said Richard Clark did not sexually assault the boy. By BOB JACKSON
Crash kills one, injures three in Columbiana Co.
DAMASCUS -- One person was killed and three others were injured in a two-car crash Tuesday evening
Health centers mark 20 years
FARRELL, Pa. -- The Primary Health Network will kick off its 20th-anniversary celebration with a
Courtney Shane, Robert Moore II to wed Aug. 28
XThe engagement of Courtney Shane and Robert Moore II, both of Boardman, is being announced by their
HIGH SCHOOL PREVIEW State baseball
DIVISION II Who: Canfield (28-4) vs. Steubenville (19-11). When: Thursday, 10 a.m. Where: Cooper
To thwart piracy, ushers will see in dark
Night vision goggles have been distributed by Warner Brothers. LONDON (AP) -- No, they are not
Parents announce Turney-Silvestri wedding plans
XPlans for the summer wedding of Robyn Turney and Christopher Silvestri, both of 3010 Flo-Lor Drive,
"WE'RE NOT IN THE RENTAL BUSINESS."
Opinion: "We're not in the rental business." Dan Jordan President of the Thomas Jefferson Foundation,
KO DRUGS Tuesday's results
UPPERCLASS DIVISION Female Flyweights -- Kim Root (Ursuline) Winner by Walkover. Featherweights
Hubbard's Fidram first to win 5 bouts in K.O. Drugs meet
He was selected as the upper-class division's Most Promising Boxer. By BOB ROTH VINDICATOR
Saudis kill militant suspects
One of the men reportedly is on the list of most-wanted militants. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP) --
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
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Executive abruptly resigns No. 2 post
Leaders of CBS and MTV are in line for the top spot at Viacom. NEW YORK (AP) -- Mel Karmazin, one
Longtime Jazz standout closer to wearing a ring
Karl Malone joined the Lakers to win the one prize he lacked. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Ankle-deep in a
Magazine tip wasn't the best advice for potatoes
Dear Heloise: I have a great tip I read in a magazine once to make potatoes last longer and not
State representatives want slot proposal on table
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Days after helping defeat the measure, three state representatives have tried to
Lightning, Flames skate to Tampa Bay
The two teams are deadlocked at 2-2 entering Thursday's Game 5. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- The Tampa Bay
She's exhausted and tired of husband's loafing
Dear Annie: I have been married to "Larry" for 14 years, and we have an 11-year-old son who requires
Scrappers, Express will play exhibition game at Eastwood
NILES -- For the third consecutive year, the Mahoning Valley Scrappers will kick off the season
Unattended pot on stove causes apartment fire
Unattended pot on stove causes apartment fire WARREN -- Firefighters say an unattended pot on the
Rap label makes Teena Marie's album
The singer has been touring and taking care of her daughter. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Ever since
Minister celebrates life, serving God
In 1955, her church refused to ordain her. But this minister has kept going to 102. By JOHN W.
AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 16, Devil Rays 4 MINNEAPOLIS -- Corey Koskie hit two of Minnesota's five