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Fitch's passionate Cassano sets personal best
Boardman distance runner Brittany Durkin qualified for state. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
PA. ATTY. GENERAL Hopefuls report spending $5M total
Most of the spending was for the GOP primary. HARRISBURG (AP) -- The five candidates in
Later start in 2005?
ABC is pushing for beginning future races later in the day. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Jim Nabors always
MOVIE LISTINGS ARE BASED ON THE BEST INFORMATION PROVIDED TO US AT PRESS TIME. SCHEDULES ARE SUBJECT TO CHANGE. BARGAIN SHOWS ARE IN PARENTHESES. LISTINGS SHOW THEATER, RATING, RUNNING TIME AND
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
AUSTINTOWN CLUB Kelsey Schaefer wins first place at Optimist Oratorical Contest
DUBLIN -- Kelsey Schaefer, representing the Austintown Optimist Club, won first place in the 2004
Church politics
Opinion: Baltimore Sun: Catholic Bishops can say what they want in ministering to their flocks. But when they
High water forces waterfront areas to limit recreational activity options
Boaters and campers will be restricted, Army Corps says. BERLIN CENTER -- Those planning to use
They're going to see Fe Fe
They're going to see Fe Fe West Branch High School has won a free concert featuring Fe Fe Dobson,
MAHONING COUNTY | Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Laquawn Hopkins, 26, Kensington
Student affairs VP is honored for work
Thirty-five Mahoning Valley women were nominated for this year's award. By CYNTHIA VINARSKY
Labonte sees Lowe's track as home turf advantage
By KEITH PARSONS ASSOCIATED PRESS CONCORD, N.C. -- Bobby Labonte enjoys coming to Lowe's Motor
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Country's oldest parade continues in Ironton
The Ohio town has not missed a year since its first parade in 1868. IRONTON, Ohio (AP) -- The
MERCER COUNTY Sharon resident raises questions about cleaning up neighborhoods
The mayor said some people just refuse to clean up their property. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Slow pit holds back Blaney
Dave Blaney registered his second career pole at the Nextel Open in Concord, N.C. last Friday night,
Cracker Jack strikes out
Opinion: Hey, Cracker Jack -- goodbye and good riddance! Get outta town! Don't come back until you show a
Ex-Rite Aid CEO gets 8 years in prison for accounting fraud scheme
HARRISBURG (AP) -- Former Rite Aid Corp. chief executive Martin L. Grass was sentenced to eight
AROUND THE HORN Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 17, Royals 7 KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- Detroit had 27 hits to tie a team record
ON AREA DIAMONDS | Youth baseball and softball
BASEBALL Babe Ruth (ages 14-15) Kelley-Robb 4, Wharmby Sports 1 -- Marc Kanetsky pitched seven
Scientists hope to establish blight-resistant chestnut
The American chestnut nearly disappeared after an attack of blight. ASSOCIATED PRESS A century
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS XWarren Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's Association will meet at 6
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: On the SidE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. SHIRT OFF HIS BACK? Mahoning
ALLEGHENY COUNTY Man sentenced for shooting at 2 police officers
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A Pittsburgh man was sentenced to 66 to 132 years in prison for shooting at two
Craft to get closest yet to Saturn and moons
Equipment dropped off by Cassini will study Titan, the planet's largest moon. KNIGHT RIDDER
Raid nets cash, drugs
Raid nets cash, drugs CALCUTTA -- Authorities raided a storage unit and seized $69,000 in cash and
8 vie for vacant post in Hermitage
A lot plan for Wal-Mart and other businesses was approved. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR STAFF
Skin cancer patient files suit against tanning bed industry
Dermatologists are against indoor tanning. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
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Ex-union organizer denies pulling knife
The brothers charged with assault are proclaiming they acted in self-defense. By PATRICIA MEADE
THE INTERNET New law doesn't seem to be preventing unwanted e-mail
The volume of spam continues to rise with no end in sight. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON
Poland offense muted
Northwest shut out the Bulldogs, 3-0. By BRIAN RICHESSON VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AKRON --
MAHONING COUNTY Judge cuts jail sentence short for man in cane case
The South Hartford Avenue man can't have any weapons, including the cane. By BOB JACKSON
Inductees include Beatles
The groups will be honored at an induction ceremony to be scheduled in the fall. By HAROLD GWIN
Illinois-Chicago reliever comes through in clutch
David Haehnel fanned the league's player of the year with the game on the line. By KURT SNYDER
Debris from recent storms leads to risky conditions
'The Ohio is unsafe at the moment,' one boat salesman said. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Floating and
When will recycling begin?
A cellular-telephone policy is being considered. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR NEW CASTLE BUREAU
Singer, writer makes a run for governor
Kinky Friedman's campaign slogan is, 'How hard could it be?' LOS ANGELES TIMES If Minnesotans
Judged to be incompetent, woman to undergo treatment
The defendant said she is more sane and intelligent than the judge. By BOB JACKSON VINDICATOR
Opportunist Kerry wants it both ways
Opinion: Sen. John Kerry is giving opportunism a bad name. First, there was his call for President Bush to
Music festival includes panel, performances
GIRARD -- Musicians of all ages are invited to attend a panel discussion that's part of a Memorial
PROFILE Cynthia E. Anderson
A closer look at the recipient of the 2004 ATHENA Award, presented annually to recognize an
Step up the probe to lift dark cloud over Trumbull
Opinion: In January, we pushed for expediency and due diligence in the Trumbull County prosecutor's
Hornish hopes to turn charm into top dog status
The 25-year-old hopes to snap Americans' drought in Indianapolis. By MICHAEL MAROT ASSOCIATED
County seeks federal assistance
Nearly 150 properties have been reported damaged so far in Mahoning County. By BOB JACKSON
Blood donors get chance to win gas for a year
Supplies typically run low during the summer, Red Cross officials say. To help prevent an
SPORTS MARKETING Extreme kids
By NICK PERRY SEATTLE TIMES ITCHIE BRUSCO, CHOCOLATE mouthed, is springing from bed to bed like
STORM DAMAGE County seeks federal assistance
Nearly 150 properties have been reported damaged so far in Mahoning County. By BOB JACKSON
CLASS B LEAGUE Fast start helps Line Drive to win
Reid Lamport struck out 16 in his opening night win. STRUTHERS -- Line Drive Academy scored five
Shareholders voice service concerns
The chief executive insisted that the company has improved its customer service. ATLANTA (AP) --
'Soul Plane' fails to get off ground
Most of this film could be flushed down the toilet. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL Poo-poo
Arbitration to likely decide contract for police officers
The mayor wouldn't say if he recommended council accept or reject the report. By ROGER G. SMITH
Marvin Hamlisch keeps show swingin'
The conductor interacted with the audience, even inviting one couple to dance. By LINDA M. LINONIS
WEDNESDAY'S SCORES
WEDNESDAY'S SCORES Winner's bracket Game 1: UW-Milwaukee 11, Wright State 3 Game 2: Cleveland
HORIZON LEAGUE BASEBALL Butler outscores, eliminates UWM
There were 35 hits, including 15 for extra bases. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
WWII vets looking forward to a monument of their own
America's WWII vets are dying at the rate of about 1,000 a day. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR
Big Bush question: Why did he come?
Opinion: There's so many aspects of President Bush's visit to Youngstown that leave me wondering, "Why in the
2nd pupil suspected of having meningitis
AMHERST, Ohio (AP) -- A second pupil at a Lorain County school has been hospitalized with what could
Powell soldiers on despite pressures
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- After delivering the 2004 commencement speech at Wake Forest University on Monday,
Best Bets on TV Tonight
Seeking to explain male behavior after a series of failed relationships, a talk-show producer
Team Penske bids for its fourth straight victory
Owner Roger Penske is hoping to make race history. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The sight was enough to
matchbox twenty DVD lacks band interaction
Great music isn't enough for a DVD concert. By CHELSEA J. CARTER ASSOCIATED PRESS The Atlanta
IRAQ Attack targets a U.S. convoy
Also, gunmen ambushed the convoy of an Iraqi Governing Council member, killing her son. ABU
Disaster film depicts modern doom
Recent history makes 'Day After Tomorrow' seem more realistic. By MILAN PAURICH VINDICATOR
Shenango Valley chapter awards 5 scholarships
New officers also were elected at the dinner. WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Shenango Valley Charter
Panel puts focus on weight loss
The panel says count calories, not fat and carb grams. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Americans who plan to
Both vulnerable. East deals.
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KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox She's not sure revealing molestation is worth it
Dear Annie: A few years ago, I discovered my 27-year-old daughter, "Tess," had been molested as a
Recycling educator talks trash -- a no-no
Don't turn recycling bins into garbage dumps, the Green Team says. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
No easy answers on autism
Opinion: St. Louis Post Dispatch: To the parents of a young child who suddenly starts to regress, retreat
Hints keep task from being overwhelming
Dear Heloise: We have a large house, and cleaning it overwhelms me sometimes. I know that I can only
"We do believe that Al-Qaida plans to attack the United States, and that is a result of intelligence
Opinion: "We do believe that Al-Qaida plans to attack the United States, and that is a result of intelligence
U.S. DISTRICT COURT Skin cancer patient files suit against tanning bed industry
Dermatologists are against indoor tanning. By STEPHEN SIFF VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN --
Diana's butler: Charles said he had OK for affair
Diana's butler: Charles said he had OK for affair LONDON -- Diana, Princess of Wales, believed her
Official: Prepare for roll-off containers
Legislation enabling the director to set rates is expected next month. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
State support falls, so trustees OK an increase in tuition
The board approved renovations to the Trumbull Campus library. KENT -- The Kent State University
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
INDY RACING LEAGUE Indianapolis 500 Schedule: Sunday, race (ABC, noon) Track: Indianapolis Motor
Kristen Chapman to be bride of Joseph Strosnider
XEAST PALESTINE -- Mr. and Mrs. Kent Chapman of 623 Park Ave. are announcing the engagement of their
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THE MITCHIE 'EMPIRE'
THE MITCHIE 'EMPIRE' Mitchie's sponsors and what they give him: AGE 4 Jones Soda: Soda,
Lottery scam attempt
Lottery scam attempt YOUNGSTOWN -- A 50-year-old McFarland Avenue woman who plays the Spanish
Fans over age 30 download and buy
Usually, the music media gears it presentation for the under-25 crowd. By CHRIS RIEMENSCHNEIDER
As boy waits for heart, family struggles
The family has run into hard economic and emotional times. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
CHESTNUT RUN Swim beach to open June 12
A commissioner warned the county will likely have to increase taxes next year. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
STANLEY CUP FINALS Vincent Lecavalier leads Lightning to Game 2 win
Tampa Bay's 4-1 victory tied the series with Calgary, 1-1. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- When a All-Star
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TRUMBULL COUNTY Man who paid girls for acts gets jail
The defendant said he was just having a little fun. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Singer wants to set the record straight
Lavigne takes issue with image and wants her musicianship to be recognized. NEW YORK (AP) -- Avril
Argument about rules of order leads to walkout by members
At issue was a motion to recess the council meeting. By ROGER G. SMITH CITY HALL REPORTER
Malls still thriving as retail real estate
Investors benefit as sales increase at large malls. THE RECORD (BERGEN COUNTY, N.J.) HACKENSACK,
As flags wave, families show support for troops
Thursday marked the second Support Our Troops Day at the center. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Today is Friday, May 28, the 149th day of 2004. There are 217 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, May 28, the 149th day of 2004. There are 217 days left in the year. On this date in
Cancer patient gets probation for pot
CINCINNATI (AP) -- A cancer patient who said he smoked marijuana to stimulate his appetite while
NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates lose series finale to St. Louis Cardinals, 6-3
Ryan Vogelsong struggled on the mound but led Pittsburgh at the plate. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Scott
Players battle terrorists in game for PC called 'Beyond the Law'
By JOHN BREEDEN II SPECIAL TO WASHINGTON POST It's an ugly scene in this game: Terrorists are
Relief agencies try to aid victims of deadly floods
Aid workers are trying to recover bodies before they contaminate water. PORT-AU-PRINCE, Haiti (AP)
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Matter of Reality (Villa-Gomez)3.202.602.20 Ms. Whiz
Bullpen finally holds one
A 9-5 win over Seattle snapped Cleveland's seven-game losing streak. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
Polish, others named in abuse
Witnesses say coalition forces beat prisoners before turning them over to American troops.
Study: Texas kids fatter than others
The children were measured by their body mass index. HOUSTON (AP) -- Texas children are among the
M. Ridge sidelined by Crestline's hot hitters
The Rams fell behind early in a 7-1 loss . By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF KENT -- It
SHENANGO VALLEY Urban League honors teenage siblings
Honors were handed out at the Urban League's 36th annual banquet. WEST MIDDLESEX, Pa. -- Siblings
Serena is forced to rally
Serena Williams lost the first set and trailed in the third before rallying. PARIS (AP) --
UNITED WAY Program will help children learn basics
SHARON, Pa. -- The United Way of Mercer County will take the lead in funding a summer program for
Driving with son is a rough road
"Watch out for the ditch. The ditch. The ditch!" These were my first words of advice for my 151/2
July wedding set by Miss Haines, Mr. Poudevigne
XAnnounced by Linda Vivo of Niles and David Haines of Aurora is the engagement of their daughter,
NOTEBOOK From Eastwood Field
Broken bat: It's not easy to break a bat in today's college game, because of the advent of aluminum
Residents request sewers
Residents request sewers BAZETTA -- Nearly 90 percent of residents in Bazetta's Lakeshore
The church must discipline its own who veer off course
Opinion: The church must discipline its own who veer off course EDITOR: A few generations ago slavery