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ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events

NASCAR BUSCH SERIES Charter 250 Madison, Ill. Schedule: Saturday, qualifying (Speed Channel, 4:05

TRUMBULL COUNTY Returning from Iraq, Cika visits

The Army captain was with the 82nd Airborne. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

MOVIE REVIEW 'Van Helsing' is just tiring

The movie is a lot of flash and not much substance. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

TRUMBULL COUNTY Special election sought for city's income tax

The tax failed in March by 161 votes. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- The

HELOISE Method solves problem with awful smelling washing-machine

Dear Heloise: I am having a serious problem with my washing machine. It smells awful! I really don't

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Scott E. Mackall, 30, of 2247 Sprucewood Drive, Austintown,

Sneak peek at Potter

Sneak peek at Potter On Sunday at 7 p.m., ABC will air an extended version of "Harry Potter and

School board awards construction pacts

CAMPBELL -- During a special meeting this morning, the board of education awarded contracts for

THE LOTTERY Ordinance would tax winnings

The councilman expects the tax to be on city residents who win $600 or more. By ROGER G. SMITH

Oregon lawyer is arrested in Madrid train bombings

The federal government is holding him as a material witness in the probe. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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Officials recalled to speak

One commissioner refused to speak about his grand jury appearance. BY STEPHEN SIFF and PEGGY

PURCHASING PROBE County administrator testifies to grand jury

Earlier this week Carson refused to say if he had been subpoenaed. WARREN -- Trumbull County

HORIZON LEAGUE SOFTBALL Cleveland State sweeps YSU in twinbill

The losses knocked the Penguins out of second place. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

INDIANAPOLIS Engineers manage to overcome limits

The track opens for Indianapolis 500 practice on Sunday. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The rules makers can

WASHINGTON STATE FOOTBALL Swogger emerges as leader of the offense

The Ursuline High graduate was named starting quarterback and a captain. By ELIZABETH SCHAEFFER

Common pleas judge hands out probation

Some defendants must also make restitution. MERCER, Pa. -- Several people were put on probation

VIDEO SOCCER Sluggish play puts limits on game

Mastering the controls might not be easy for everyone. By RON HARRIS ASSOCIATED PRESS "World

MAHONING COUNTY Hit by cuts, McGuffey Center seeks community support

The center will hold a series of fund-raisers. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

BANKRUPTCY COURT Settlement clears major obstacle to Weirton Steel sale

A $70 million obligation for workers' compensation remains unresolved. MORGANTOWN, W.Va. (AP) -- A

MAHONING COUNTY Man hospitalized, houses damaged in separate fires

A firefighter walked the injured man out of the smoke-filled house. YOUNGSTOWN -- Firefighters

NOAH'S LOST ARK Judge orders couple to return lion to man who bought it in 2003

A hearing scheduled for later this month has been canceled. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR COURTHOUSE

'THE HIGH LIFE' NBC riles Appalachia with 'hillbilly' pilot

CBS dropped plans for a similar show after protests. PIKEVILLE, Ky. (AP) -- After months of

NEXTEL CUP

NEXTEL CUP Schedule & amp; winners Feb. 15 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Dale

AREA BASEBALL AND SOFTBALL LEADERS

BASEBALL BATTING 2 at-bats per team game Player, schoolABHAVG. Mike Byrdy, Yo.

COCAINE SMUGGLING U.S. indicts 9 in Colombian cartel

The cartel reportedly did $10 billion worth of business since 1990. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

TERRORISM 'Bin Laden' tape offers gold for enemies' deaths

The recording appeared on two Web sites. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- A new audiotape with the purported

"The impact [of the Abu Ghraib scandal] on Iraqis will very much depend on the extent of their

Opinion: "The impact [of the Abu Ghraib scandal] on Iraqis will very much depend on the extent of their

LOTTERY RESULTS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-7-5 Pick 4, 0-8-2-4 Buckeye 5, 16-17-18-29-31 Day drawings:

At RMI Titanium, it's time to get down to business

Opinion: At RMI Titanium, it's time to get down to business EDITOR: My husband is an employee of RMI

POP ALBUMS Eminem and D12 lead pack

Diana Krall stands at No. 4 this week. By ROBERT HILBURN LOS ANGELES TIMES There were lots of

DIVISION IV W. Reserve, Ridge advance on shutouts

BERLIN CENTER -- Sophomore Stevie Banks threw a one-hitter with eight strikeouts Thursday as Western

BOXING Lyell, Koval highlight upcoming 8-bout card

Southside trainer Jack Loew has teamed up with "Tank" DiCoccio. YOUNGSTOWN -- A professional

Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject

New jewelry store opens on Mahoning in Austintown

AUSTINTOWN -- A new jewelry store has opened where the former McCormick Jewelers used to be. Greg

TRUDY RUBIN Scandal makes war on terror harder

Opinion: The Abu Ghraib prison scandal has smashed into American's Mideast policy with the force of a car

JA PROJECT Bands to vie in Rock-off

So far, eight local bands have signed up to compete for the $100 first prize. SEBRING -- Back in

Restructuring will close VA hospital in N.E. Ohio

The plan defers closing VA hospitals in Butler and Pittsburgh. LAS VEGAS (AP) -- When it comes to

PETA targets 'Flab Five' for Fat Guy makeovers

PETA targets 'Flab Five' for Fat Guy makeovers Michael Moore is making headlines with his

COLUMBIANA CO. Board orders internal audit

Department staff members sent a letter of support for the health commissioner. By NORMAN LEIGH

COLUMBIANA PROBE Prosecutor says Pike handled case well

The health board was to meet today to discuss a criminal investigation. By NORMAN LEIGH

Cronkite to host MTV special on job issues

NEW YORK (AP) -- Walter who? Previous generations knew Walter Cronkite as "the most trusted man in

HOW SHE SEES IT Where culture is irrelevant

Opinion: By ANNE APPLEBAUM WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- A few years ago, a scholarly book with the

Secrecy on POW abuses gets Rumsfeld in trouble

The president said he scolded the defense secretary but stands by him. COMBINED DISPATCHES

MOTORSPORTS News and notes

Testing goes on: Nextel Cup drivers have a well-deserved weekend off, but that won't stop many of

THE ECONOMY Consumer confidence is on the rebound

So far this year, the survey shows, consumers were most optimistic in January. WASHINGTON (AP) --

OHIO With 'So Much To Discover' slogan, officials kick off tourism campaign

The state's new visitors guide promotes lesser-known attractions. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Sure, Ohio has

VIDEO GAMES Know the code for cheats

Codes also unlock some cool bonus material. By TOM HAM WASHINGTON POST You might think you're

JOB AND FAMILY SERVICES County works on moving agency to Phar-Mor Centre

The relocation would be a further boost to redeveloping downtown. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR

NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates can't solve Miller

Houston completed a three-game sweep of Pittsburgh. HOUSTON (AP) -- Wade Miller is feeling better

U.S. troops, al-Sadr loyalists clash near shrines in Karbala

Two journalists from Polish television were killed in other parts of the city. KUFA, Iraq (AP) --

AREA'S TOP TRACK &amp; amp; FIELD MARKS

BOYS DIVISION I 100: Provitt (Harding), 11.07; Davis (Howland), 11.1; Koval (Poland), 11.2;

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 'Tom' doesn't seem to be working at finding a job

Dear Annie: I am engaged to a wonderful man. He treats me with love and respect, and his entire

NILES CITY SCHOOLS Recovery plan approval prevents state takeover

School officials will still need to take further action to fully recover financially. By SHERRI

METRO ATHLETIC CONFERENCE SOFTBALL Poland closes in on another title

The Bulldogs' 4-0 win over Canfield has them two wins away from the crown. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU

Today is Friday, May 7, the 128th day of 2004. There are 238 days left in the year. On this date in

DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics A daunting task awaits Kerry in the Buckeye State

Opinion: Despite the rhetoric, the fate of the presidential election doesn't rest in the hands of Mahoning

THOMAS SOWELL Medical care: the costs vs. the prices

Opinion: If you ask most people about the cost of medical care, they may tell you how much they have to pay

Fox News anchor criticizes Koppel's tribute to troops

LOS ANGELES TIMES NEW YORK -- "Fox News Sunday" is jumping into the debate over ABC News'

New drive-in serves up 1950s nostalgia

Freddy Fratz will hold its grand opening Saturday. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

ON THE SIDE. . .

Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. TOLD YOU SO: Occasionally I

LEADERS

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FDA decision angers women's groups

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Women's groups are accusing the Bush administration of putting politics before

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NATION

NATION Ex-Rite Aid official loses bid for acquittal, new trial HARRISBURG -- A former Rite Aid

Radical cleric rejects apology from Bush for abuse of POWs

The cleric rallied thousands, who chanted against the United States. KUFA, Iraq (AP) -- Radical

BRIDGE

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WGH and JFK claim titles

Kennedy's girls needed to win the 4x400 relay; they did so, in record-setting time. By JOE SCALZO

MTV PROGRAMS Taste for 'Sunday Stew'

By DIANE WERTS LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY IRST, SUBURBAN PHILLY SKATEboard pro Bam Margera and his crew

CLUB CALENDAR

ATHLETIC GROUPS XMcDonald Midget Football Association will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior

SOFTBALL Mooney defeats LaBrae

Hubbard won to remain in the TAC race for first place. YOUNGSTOWN -- A balanced attack carried the

RALEIGH, N.C. Status of $3 million DEI fund defended by director

Relative inactivity drew criticism from a charity watchdog organization. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- In

GROCERY New Boardman Rulli's opens

High steel prices have delayed completion of the owners' third store. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY

Mom deserves acclaim

Moms -- they're everywhere. But when they're your own, they're special. For 364 days a year,

MIDDLE EAST CONFLICT Palestinians control territory, U.N. says

Under the road map peace plan, 'final status' issues must be negotiated. COMBINED DISPATCHES

SOUTHWEST OHIO Dart wars game causes concerns

Officers had pulled guns on a teen who was holding a toy dart gun. BLUE ASH, Ohio (AP) -- High

ADMINISTRATIVE OFFICE OF U.S. COURTS Oops! Investigators post wiretap secrets on Web

Information is usually withheld in cases that have not gone to trial. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Federal

Blast at Pakistani mosque kills 14 people

KARACHI, Pakistan (AP) -- A bomb exploded at a Shiite Muslim mosque packed with worshippers in this

MAHONING COUNTY Boardman projects to begin

Work will begin on one project Monday. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN

Governor, Legislature can't ignore school funding issue

Opinion: Seventy percent of Ohio's schools will be running deficits by 2008. If that fact does not prompt the

REGULAR SEASON BASEBALL Rick Banna throws no-hitter for Cards

He had a perfect game through four innings. SALEM -- Senior Rick Banna pitched a no-hitter with

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BASEBALL THURSDAY'S SCORES TOURNAMENT DIVISION II Struthers 10, Hubbard 2 Girard 18, Rayen 0

GENERAL MOTORS Plant says so long to Sunfire

The last Pontiac Sunfire will go to the winner of a charity raffle. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR

Three 'nose-it-alls' launch many successful fragrances

Successful scents are a combination of science, top ingredients and intuition. NEW YORK (AP) --

"The Jimmy/Timmy Power Hour" (8 p.m., Nickelodeon) features a whole new dimension for the animated

INDIANS Pedro's 'curse' lives at the Jake

The Red Sox ace is 6-0 lifetime at Cleveland's home ball park. CLEVELAND (AP) -- One day after the

CATHOLIC DIOCESE Separatist priest is kicked out

The church explained its stance in its newspaper. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A Roman Catholic priest who

Blast kills 10 people at mosque in Pakistan

KARACHI, Pakistan (AP) -- A powerful bomb exploded at a Shiite Muslim mosque packed with worshippers

KIWANIS Warren club plans banquet to honor 15

WARREN -- The Kiwanis Club of Warren will have its 30th Erwin Klein Memorial Scholastic Achievement

AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Mariners 2, Twins 1 SEATTLE -- Freddy Garcia pitched seven innings to win for

IRAQ DEATH Family is told of bravery before soldier was killed

Other soldiers told his wife he saved three people. CANTON (AP) -- Relatives of an Ohio soldier

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;ALLEN, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; Homer Harold, of Sevierville,

& lt;B & gt;ALLEN, & lt;/B & gt; Homer Harold, of Sevierville, Tenn., formerly of

NBA PLAYOFFS Heat don't play well enough

Miami's good stat sheet numbers didn't translate to the scoreboard. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The Miami

Trustees seek help to close landfill

The trustees said a company left the township because of the landfill. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

Parents remember their son killed in South Side shooting

Detectives believe a lone gunman committed the double murder. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME

METHODISTS Conservatives want church to split over gay issue

A split would involve complex negotiations. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- United Methodist evangelicals said

Dude demographic

Dude demographic k MTV'S adrenaline-stoked "Sunday Stew" block of reality series that includes

PROMOTIONS Spider-Man deal scaled back a little

The idea of putting the movie's ads on bases has been recalled. NEW YORK (AP) -- Even before he

Defense chief prepares apology for POW secrecy

Democrats and The New York Times call for Donald Rumsfeld's resignation. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Amid

GET CRACKING

GET CRACKING Cheats from popular games GAMECUBE The Simpsons: Hit and Run (Rated T) For

Former governor admits having sex with teenager

Former governor admits having sex with teenager PORTLAND, Ore. -- A former Oregon governor and

TOURNAMENT BASEBALL Jim Kribel pitches Struthers to win

Liberty, West Branch and Girard also advanced. STRUTHERS -- A five-run fourth inning was the

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;BALINT &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt;, Amelia Pagac, 88, of Youngstown;

& lt;B & gt;BALINT & lt;/B & gt;, Amelia Pagac, 88, of Youngstown; calling hours

BOXING Saturday's show features many locals

BELOIT -- The Plegge brothers -- Bobby, Dave and Dennis -- in conjunction with their Salem Boxing

BOBBY LABONTE Driver quietly in the hunt

For a competitive guy, he's got an even temperament. By MIKE HARRIS ASSOCIATED PRESS Bobby

Retain assault-weapons ban

Opinion: Miami Herald: If Congress allows the federal ban on assault weapons to expire, the law's public-

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