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HOW HE SEES IT Kerry's plan to send work to Canada
Opinion: By MERRILL MATTHEWS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE If Democratic presidential candidate John Kerry
FOOD SALES AND DINNERS
TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 5 to
CUTTING COSTS Audit advises closing school, moving pupils
The audit also praised steps already taken to reduce the schools' debts. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
WRESTLER OF THE YEAR Dierkes thrives on state title match experience
The Jackson-Milton junior was the Division III state runner-up at 140 pounds. By MARK W. MILLER
WEATHERSFIELD TOWNSHIP Residents alert trustees to water woes
Basement walls are cracking and yards are being washed out, she said. By MARY R. SMITH
WARREN, YOUNGSTOWN, BEAVER DISTRICTS Teachers and pupils both learn in partnership with YSU faculty
Proficiency test scores have improved in the Beaver district project. By JoANNE VIVIANO
GEORGE F. WILL What will be Rumsfeld's legacy?
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Listen to the language. It is always a leading indicator of moral confusion. The
Annual cleanup set
Annual cleanup set YOUNGSTOWN -- The Know Your Neighbor Block Watch will have its annual cleanup
JonBenet's father to seek state office
The Ramseys are still considered by some as suspects in the murder. CHARLEVOIX, Mich. (AP) -- John
TRUSTEES MEETING Board reveals park plan
The park will be ready by fall 2005. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND --
WORKERS' COMPENSATION New bill would make workers disprove use of drugs and alcohol
Opponents of the bill believe it will be found unconstitutional. By MICHELE C. HLADIK VINDICATOR
Ohio House OKs bill enhancing visitation rights for grandparents
COLUMBUS -- Grandparents in Ohio may not lose visitation rights even when a stepparent adopts a
TAC TRACK Lakeview boys, girls dominate
Girard's Cachet Murray is back in form winning the 100 and 200 dashes. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
POLITICAL HORSE RACE Another President JFK? What are the odds?
The oddsmaker says the Democrat will win the general election. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
WRESTLING ALL-STARS Tourney-tested grapplers brought home success
These winter-time athletes excelled across Ohio. NICK DIERKES School/grade: Jackson-Milton,
Vehicular homicide charge
Vehicular homicide charge WARREN -- A 57-year-old Arnold Drive S.W. woman will return to court
Human resources director hired
YOUNGSTOWN -- David Macek of Boardman has been hired for the new position of human resources
As birthdays go, this one really stunk
It was Diane Makar Murphy's birthday. Since becoming columnists at the paper, Diane and I have been
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED
STOCK, DIVIDENDBIDASKED Aqua America, .48, 19.20 19.24 Avalon Holdings,2.952.99 Bank
Reactions to abuse photos are alarmingly disturbing
Opinion: Reactions to abuse photos are alarmingly disturbing EDITOR: With the coming to light of abuses
POLICE Enforcing the curfew
Fines for violations are $110, the police chief said. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR SHARON BUREAU
FIREFIGHTERS Trustees to OK contract
Trustees and part-time firefighters negotiated for 21/2 years. By IAN HILL VINDICATOR STAFF
Driver killed in collision
Driver killed in collision SALEM -- An Alliance man was killed when his car was struck by a
MOTOR SPORTS House OKs bill for racetrack
A Valley site would keep Ohio race fans in the state, the lawmaker said. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
TUESDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL TOURNAMENT DIVISION IV (Winner advances to Cene Park District)
Taxes, ban spur a sharp decline in smokers
NEW YORK (AP) -- The number of adult smokers in New York City dropped by more than 100,000 in a
Shenango officials plan vote on joining regional police
Supervisors attended a police commission meeting to work out the details. By HAROLD GWIN
DIVISION IV BASEBALL Zatchok's first no-hit game leads Reserve to 14-0 rout
The second-seeded Blue Devils rolled past Lowellville. STRUTHERS -- Senior Jake Zatchok pitched
READING INSTRUCTION Supporters urge renewal of program
The program gives pupils individual attention, a teacher said. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
LOTTERY RESULTS
OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 9-1-1 Pick 4, 9-2-4-9 Buckeye 5, 6-8-11-16-33 Mega Millions, 9-25-
TRI-COUNTY BASEBALL United beats Lisbon, clinches share of title
The Eagles posted a 5-3 win in a game that originally began on April 27. By JOHN BUTERA
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Immature bullies are controlling student's life
Dear Annie: My school life is horrible. Don't get me wrong. I have a great family and terrific
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Workers sever fiber-optic line, disrupt e-mail service at YSU
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown State University Internet and e-mail services were cut off from the
Today is Wednesday, May 12, the 133rd day of 2004. There are 233 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, May 12, the 133rd day of 2004. There are 233 days left in the year. On this date
SOFTBALL Taylor-Hudy combo keep Hubbard alive
West Branch bowed out of the Division II tournament with a 10-13 record. By JOHN KOVACH
Beheaded in Iraq American had been warned to leave
U.S. officials fear the savage killing will prompt foreigners to flee. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- An
INDIANS Boston outlasts Tribe again
The Red Sox won on a two-run triple by David McCarty in the 8th, 5-3. BOSTON (AP) -- Pedro
Taking the most narrow view hampers stem cell research, morning-after contraception
Opinion: Too often, the Bush administration has allowed its policy on matters of procreation to be driven by
Money for housing remains untouched
EAST PALESTINE -- City Manager Gary Clark said although he believes East Palestine is a good place
CONFERENCES No vote by TAC handcuffs Super
Howland's Bruce Johnson, the catalyst for the movement, is disappointed by Tuesday's action. By
CHILD'S SLAYING Foster mom gets 21-year sentence
The woman also faces a hearing in a welfare fraud case. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
PIRATES Wilson delivers in Denver
With Raul Mondesi departed, Pittsburgh's Craig Wilson took charge. DENVER (AP) -- During a workout
AROUND THE HORN Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 8, Angels 7, 10 innings NEW YORK -- Gary Sheffield lined an RBI double
EATING DISORDERS Binges, bulimia also hit males
Sometimes, men are unaware that they have an eating disorder. ASSOCIATED PRESS Intentional
AREA DIAMONDS
AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball BASEBALL Tri-T Pony (13-14) Poland Perkins 3, Canfield Aim Lease
MILL CREEK CRASH Driver faces six charges
The defendant could waive a preliminary hearing, the city prosecutor said. By PATRICIA MEADE
SCHOOL FUNDING Audit advises closing, relocation
The audit also praised steps already taken to reduce the schools' debts. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
WRESTLING ALL-LEAGUE SELECTIONS
EASTERN OHIO WRESTLING LEAGUE DIVISION I 103 First Team -- Dominic Terzigni (10), Howland, 28-8
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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Cuba's cruel prisons
Opinion: Miami Herald: In a free country, journalist Manuel Vazquez Portal wouldn't be in prison for
LAWRENCE CO. Officials seek answers on check shortfall
Letters are asking Gov. Rendell to look into removing the county treasurer. By LAURE CIOFFI
Chaney, Wilson girls tie for title
Rayen breezed to the boys team championship. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
NHL PLAYOFFS Flames broil Sharks for 2-0 series lead
Calgary scored 20 seconds into the game and posted a 4-1 victory. SAN JOSE, Calif. (AP) -- The
Sandwich season
Sandwich season k SALAD sandwiches -- egg, chicken, tuna, etc. -- are the ultimate lunchtime
"What is offensive to me is that we have generals and the secretary of defense hiding behind a 20-
Opinion: "What is offensive to me is that we have generals and the secretary of defense hiding behind a 20-
POLICE YSU lodge honors 2 officers who died in line of duty
Flags were flown over the U.S. Capitol building in honor of the men. Plaques remembering two
STEEL INDUSTRY WCI to allow submission of competing proposals
The competing buyers agree on one thing: WCI is a valuable company. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
ON TOUR | This week's pro golf events
PGA TOUR EDS Byron Nelson Championship Irving, Texas Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Courses: TPC at
HOW HE SEES IT Grasping the Brown decision
Opinion: On a quiet Monday afternoon May 17, 1954, the U.S. Supreme Court toppled legal precedent and social
Miss Arblaster, Mr. Duble plan July wedding
XThe engagement and upcoming marriage of Erin R. Arblaster and Timothy B. Duble Jr., both of
SOFTBALL Conger, Graf top two as Poland defeats Struthers in tournament
STRUTHERS -- Mallory Conger and Steffi Graf led Poland to a 7-0 win over Struthers Tuesday in the
COLLEGE SOFTBALL YSU opens Horizon tourney play Thursday
The Penguins play Butler at 4 p.m. in Chicago. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
At $2 a gallon, full tank means empty wallet
But people are still buying SUVs and large trucks, dealers say. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
E.R. SHIPP Goodbye to 'Friends'? Good riddance!
Opinion: I never watched "Friends" -- just as I never watched "Seinfeld" -- but it has been nearly impossible
SCHOOLS Board addresses revenues
At least three Trumbull districts plan to offer open enrollment next year. By DENISE DICK
MILLENNIUM PARK Owners of land seeking increase
A company promising up to 800 jobs is looking at the land. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE
SPECIAL ELECTION Panel urges putting tax on ballot
One councilman believes the tax's chances for passage are better in August. By DENISE DICK
TRUMBULL COUNTY Pupils have fun with equations
The program is also open to pupils not in the gifted and talented programs. By SHERRI L. SHAULIS
Michelle Martin to be June bride of James Ferro
XThe engagement of Michelle Martin, 7340 Lorwood Ave., Stow, and James Ferro, 627 Date Palm Blvd.,
Ceremony honors 23 fallen officers
One by one, 23 yellow roses were placed in a wreath. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
SCHOOL BOARD Salem offers opt-outs
Rising costs and plummeting revenue are forcing the belt-tightening. By NORMAN LEIGH VINDICATOR
DIEBOLD Vote machines bring company a load of grief
Diebold says it will stick with its product despite controversy. NORTH CANTON (AP) -- After the
ISRAEL Troops search for body parts of 6 who died in blast
Palestinian gunmen tried to gather the parts to use as bargaining chips. GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip
COLUMBIANA CO. Debris remains on land
The railway is a business, but it must also be a good neighbor, the director said. By NANCY TULLIS
PARK Request for gravel hauling turns into financial debate
Greenville has other priorities greater than the sports complex, a resident said. By LAURI
HELOISE Wrap cheese tightly for freezing
Dear Heloise: Can you please give me some information on cheese? What is its shelf life, how long
SYRIA Bush administration imposes sanctions for terrorism support
Sanctions will be waived for communications equipment and other products. WASHINGTON POST