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The businessman expects to add 30 to 50 workers eventually. & lt;a


First, the world, and now, the future

NEW YORK (AP) -- Nearly 20 years ago, legendary producer and media mogul Quincy Jones gathered about


Amber Brkich gets $1M prize, engagement ring

Her fianc & eacute;'s playing style earned him enemies among the other contestants. NEW YORK


Minorities hold few positions among school administrators

An Urban League official says prejudice has shut the door on talented blacks. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


Beware the fat and calories in fancy coffees

A Starbucks Java Chip Frappuccino packs 650 calories, 25 grams of fat and 99 grams of carbs. By


Miami glad to be home again for Game 3 vs. Pacers

The Heat, who have won 16 straight at home, trail Indiana 2-0. MIAMI (AP) -- This is a small, but


Route 46 reopens

Route 46 reopens HOWLAND -- State Route 46 is reopened north of King Graves Road. The closure


Crash seriously injures Indiana motorcyclist

Crash seriously injures Indiana motorcyclist MERCER, Pa. -- Pennsylvania State Police said an


Review turns up more questionable expenses

Several suspect buys were made just before Christmas. & lt;a href=mailto:leigh@vindy.com


POLICE: GUN FOUND IN CAR

Police: Gun found in car YOUNGSTOWN -- A loaded stolen handgun with a makeshift laser sight was


Workers in Austintown deserve a 3-percent raise

Opinion: Workers in Austintown deserve a 3-percent raise EDITOR: As an Austintown trustee for the past 10


AMERICAN LEAGUE ORIOLES 12, INDIANS 11

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Speeds slower, but no crashes

It marked the first day of practice after the IRL made engine changes. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The


MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SUNDAY

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Orioles outlast Tribe, 12-11

Once again, Cleveland's shaky bullpen couldn't stop Baltimore. BALTIMORE (AP) -- The Baltimore


Amish community tries to stand in way of interstate construction

The superhighway will cut through an area of Amish farms. PLAINVILLE, Ind. (AP) -- Sunday dinner


Personal crusades are tricky business

Some lawmakers got into politics just to get one law passed. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A legislative


Girard to demolish structures

One of the owners said she walked away from her house before she was thrown out. & lt;a


BROADWAY 'Wicked' musical garners 10 Tony nominations

Hugh Jackman, nominated for best actor in a musical, will host the ceremony. NEW YORK (AP) --


Montador's rare OT goal lifts Calgary past San Jose

The Flames took advantage of a slow line change to score the winner. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) --


Hitchcock gives Flyers time off

Philadelphia hopes to bounce back from its opening loss to Tampa Bay. BRANDON, Fla. (AP) -- Soon


Candidates go first to party loyalists

Going where crowds are friendly brings favorable news coverage. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Lifelong


Foundation wants to place future of township in hands of residents

Anyone interested in helping implement the plan should contact Owens. & lt;a


U.S. needs help in Iraq

Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: President Bush's apology over the abuse of Iraqi prisoners Thursday was welcome


If we let this veteran be driven out, we all lose

Opinion: By MIDGE DECTER LOS ANGELES TIMES "War is hell," said Gen. William Tecumseh Sherman, and he was


SunTrust Banks to buy National Commerce

The merger will create the seventh-largest U.S. bank. ATLANTA (AP) -- SunTrust Banks Inc. is


Lakers keyed by aggressiveness

Shaquille O'Neal sparked Los Angeles past the Spurs. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Shaquille O'Neal dove


SOAP SCOOP

SOAP SCOOP Daytime TV news J.R. AND SUE ELLEN TOGETHER AGAIN!: Larry Hagman, for more than a


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Pieces of a Dream put it all together

The jazz band displayed its prowess in a variety of styles. By JOHN PATRICK GATTA VINDICATOR


ANISTON, JOLIE WILL BE OLYMPIC FLAME CARRIERS

Aniston, Jolie will be Olympic flame carriers "Friends" star Jennifer Aniston and actress


Racetracks will take slots issue to voters if bill falters

The industry needs to know this week if legislation is ready to move. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The


Give them ice and skates, and watch the puck fly

The area's best players in the NEO Ohio High School Hockey Association. ANDY DAVIS School/grade:


Bryant to enter his plea this week

Other hearings will continue to examine critical issues. EAGLE, Colo. (AP) -- Although merely a


BRITAIN

BRITAIN The Daily Telegraph, London, May 5: The vagaries of democratic politics in Israel have


Kings crumble, seek redemption in Game 3

They were four minutes from a 2-0 series lead, but Minnesota spoiled that. SACRAMENTO, Calif. (AP)


Derailment mess has couple fuming

Railroad workers worked for six hours after the crash and haven't returned. & lt;a


MOVERS and shakers

Women dance away the pounds and have fun. By ASHLEE OWENS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT It's only 9


States' budgets begin to rebound

Higher taxes and the recovering economy help. WASHINGTON POST CARSON CITY, Nev. -- One year ago,


Ford revs up idled engine factory

The plant will make engines for three new Ford models. BROOK PARK, Ohio (AP) -- An idled Ford


In classic 'Wrinkle,' childhood fantasy becomes a reality

Executive producer Catherine Hand shows how persistence can pay off. By KATHY BLUMENSTOCK


E. Palestine memorial service to remember fallen firefighters

EAST PALESTINE -- Mahoning Valley firefighters will remember their fallen comrades at a memorial


AROUND THE HORN | Sunday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 7, Mariners 6 SEATTLE -- Hideki Matsui's sacrifice fly in the eighth


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For ambush, Israelis ruin Palestinian homes

Palestinian vandals desecrated Commonwealth military graves. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip (AP) -- Israeli


NOTEBOOK | From Indianapolis Motor Speedway

Wheldon not changing philosophy: Success hasn't changed Dan Wheldon's approach. A month after


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Reunion show is painful to watch

It meanders about in a distant state. By TERRY MORROW SCRIPPS HOWARD Some reunions are sad to


Dodgers waste lead, then rally past sliding Bucs

The Pirates have lost six straight and are an NL-worst 4-10 at home. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Olmedo


SURROGATE MOTHERS Advocates urge Pa. Legislature to take a hands-off approach

About 22,000 babies have been born in the last three decades via surrogacy. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The


Agency to propose side protections

The requirement would cost automakers millions of dollars. WASHINGTON (AP) -- When the sport


OPTIONS

OPTIONS 3 types of surrogacy Three main types of surrogacy that couples can pursue:


Tourism group hangs on by spending its reserves

The CVB is pinning its hopes for survival on a new board of commissioners. & lt;a


WORLDCOM BANKRUPTCY Citigroup agrees to pay $2.65B to settle lawsuits

The company also set aside money for potential claims in the Enron case. NEW YORK (AP) --


Government will look for a scapegoat

Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY War is hell, so it shouldn't be too much of a surprise


Longtime comic and actor dies

He appeared 93 times on 'The Ed Sullivan Show.' LOS ANGELES TIMES Alan King, the comedian,


Should voting age be lowered?

Opinion: BOSTON -- There are days, I am sure, when all parents regard their 14-year-olds as only one-quarter


Man's body found after fire in house

A man and his mother escaped after neighbors rang their doorbell. & lt;a


It's time for the defense chief to step aside

Opinion: By JEFFREY H. SMITH LOS ANGELES TIMES The disclosure of the sickening photos of American


Bluebirds will bring back past employee

McHenry says she has no ill will toward the district. & lt;a href=mailto:hill@vindy.com &


Doctors encouraged about Ellis' comeback from injury

OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- Oakland Athletics second baseman Mark Ellis will not have surgery on his


Crackdown on Hong Kong has frightening implications

Opinion: April was not been a good month for democracy in China, and May is turning out to be worse. Late


President, killed in explosion at ceremony, is laid to rest

No one has claimed responsibility, but suspicion is focused on Chechen rebels. VLADIKAVKAZ, Russia


Wisegay: 'Sopranos' fella hits the other way

A former mob boss said there's one way to handle homosexual gangsters: They die. NEW YORK DAILY


Plans never include her husband

Dear Annie: I am 54 years old and have been married to a wonderful young lady, age 41, for seven


Spartans' Salcedo top seed in Div. I

He's only a freshman, but he hasn't lost a match this season. & lt;a


MAHONING COURT Shelter seeks to block lion's release

The judge who made the order has refused to stay its execution. YOUNGSTOWN -- A lawyer for a local


ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball

BABE RUTH (13s) Line Drive 2, Howland 1 -- Kevin McCulloh's single drove in the tying run. Zach


Work-study students get A for attendance

Students who don't miss any days have a chance to win a car. & lt;a


Upgrade must slake thirst for history

Putting one of the water treatment plant's stations on display could satisfy concerns. & lt;a


Years after his death, sportswriter continues to inspire and influence

Despite their loss, family and friends are still helping others. & lt;a


"With the technology now, the amateur photographer is as capable as a professional journalist and is operating with the same tools: Digital camera, laptop and an Internet connection."

Opinion: "With the technology now, the amateur photographer is as capable as a professional journalist and is


Suspected bacterial meningitis has officials, parents on alert

AMHERST, Ohio (AP) -- School officials have warned parents of about 4,200 pupils to watch for


Fish list

& lt;a href=mailto:kubik@vindy.com & gt;By MARALINE KUBIK & lt;/a & gt; VINDICATOR


ARTS AND CRAFTS

ARTS AND CRAFTS XThe 16th annual Summer Arts and Crafts Bazaar is planned by Salem Memorial


Davis grows up on ice to become area's best

The Canfield senior helped the Cardinals win their first tournament game. & lt;a


Brewers' racing sausage has decided on retirement

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Wisconsin's most famous sausage has decided to retire, but she'll always relish


WEEKEND DRAWINGS

Ohio Night drawings: Pick 3, 1-9-7 Pick 4, 6-4-5-1 Buckeye 5, 7-9-10-18-31 Super Lotto


Nets topple Detroit 82-64; Jefferson scores 30 points

It was the first series win for New Jersey, which lost twice on the road. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J.