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PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
FRIDAY'S SCORES BASEBALL Hubbard 3, Chaney 1 Western Reserve 14-18, Rayen 4-0 Canton Central
Sabathia is centerpiece, eyes return to playoffs
He was a rookie four seasons ago when Cleveland made the playoffs. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Four Octobers
NBA Cavaliers take royal beating as Kings score season high
Cleveland fell to sixth place in the East with the 128-109 blowout loss. CLEVELAND (AP) -- For
300 GAMES
300 GAMES Arrowhead Lanes: Mark Towler Jr. in S.A.B.A. Tour. Bellwick: Rex Rager in Spiech
Speaker tells students how to meet, date, mate
Ellen Gootblatt gave no-nonsense advice about how to find a mate for life. YOUNGSTOWN -- Ellen
BASEBALL Red Sox, Yankees launch season
The longtime rivalry resumes tonight in Yankee Stadium. NEW YORK (AP) -- They are linked, like
The vicar of Vatican City told thousands in St. Peter's Square that death was imminent.
The vicar of Vatican City told thousands in St. Peter's Square that death was imminent. CHICAGO
IRAQ 32 injured in attack on Abu Ghraib
A lieutenant said the attack was well-organized. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Insurgents attacked the Abu
LECTURE WEDNESDAY
Lecture Wednesday SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- Dr. Alondra Oubre, a medical anthropologist and author of
Spring wedding for Kelly Naples, Marek Radomski
XCANFIELD -- George and Robin Naples, 166 Hilltop Blvd., are announcing the engagement of their
Doors available in many styles
A door can cost from around $900 to more than $10,000. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS SANTA ANA,
'Forget-Me-Not' gala focuses on the future
The black-tie event will feature a tribute to retired Judge Robert Lisotto. BOARDMAN -- Plans are
High Fly streaks to Fla. win
Trainer Nick Zito snapped his winless streak in the Florida Derby. HALLANDALE BEACH, Fla. (AP) --
Sharing realities of school
The teacher hopes her experiences give people an even-handed perspective. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
Today is Sunday, April 3, the 93rd day of 2005. There are 272 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, April 3, the 93rd day of 2005. There are 272 days left in the year. On this date in
SIGNATURE EVENTS IN 2005
SIGNATURE EVENTS IN 2005 June 1 to July 4, "Explore! The Big Sky," Fort Benton, Great Falls,
EXHIBITION BASEBALL AT A GLANCE
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Los Angeles1911.633 Toronto1610.615
It is a question of life, death and cost
Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY The Terri Schiavo case reminds us that Americans are
MIKE HARDEN Stained-glass artist concentrates on his message
Michael Whapham remembers precisely what led him to his youthful fascination with stained glass:
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE
SPRING TRAINING STANDINGS AMERICAN LEAGUE WLPct Toronto169.640 Los Angeles1811.621
GARDEN FORUM | Activities planned
Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, or Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, for reservations or
St. Paul Homes set to open new facility
The health care center will be able to serve 192 residents. GREENVILLE, Pa. -- St. Paul Homes
WFMJ again clear winner of sweeps
News holds its own with the overall audience. THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- If ever there was a
hanks in part to Andrew Revella's vision, many teenagers soon will find themselves in tune with another positive beat.
hanks in part to Andrew Revella's vision, many teenagers soon will find themselves in tune with
information
INFORMATION If you go Mid-America Windmill Museum: www.midamericawindmillmuseum.com or (260)
Divine Mercy services
Divine Mercy services CAMPBELL -- The public is invited to join St. Elizabeth, St. John the
The Vindicator
The Vindicator UNDER THE LIGHTS: Svetlana performs her aerial chiffon during the opening night of
NBA ROUNDUP | Friday's other games
Mavericks 100, 76ers 83 PHILADELPHIA -- Dirk Nowitzki scored 29 points, going 14-for-14 from the
NBA ROUNDUP | News and notes
Race for final playoff spots tight: Recent slumps have all but removed the New York Knicks from the
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the United States. Prices vary in different locations because of local economic conditions.
Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets, sales and auctions throughout the
Company may change tune about breaks
The company criticized Boeing for accepting similar tax reductions. SEATTLE (AP) -- The parent of
VETERANS
VETERANS Brooks to speak YOUNGSTOWN -- Brig. Gen. Vincent K. Brooks, U.S. Army Chief of Public
EMPLOYMENT City job fair held for first time
The organizer hopes to make it an annual event. YOUNGSTOWN -- Nicholas Inchak is keeping his
Pope John Paul II
Opinion: Members of an entire generation of Catholics have been baptized, received their first Holy
Today is Saturday, April 2, the 92nd day of 2005. There are 273 days left in the year. A reminder:
Opinion: Today is Saturday, April 2, the 92nd day of 2005. There are 273 days left in the year. A reminder:
CAL THOMAS Liberal bias in colleges bleeds into classrooms
Opinion: You had better sit down and firmly grip your bowl of Corn Flakes while reading this shocking news:
HOW HE SEES IT U.S. gives Pakistan, its ally, a pass
Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS President Bush and his administration have no problem
'So glad to be back' in Struthers
The private circus is used to raise money for various charities. STRUTHERS -- Leland Clegg is
Provocative play prompts discourse
Talking about attitudes proves to be a part of the process. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Billboards are no substitute for show of force on streets
Opinion: Just days after U.S. Attorney Greg White, U.S. Marshal Peter J. Elliot and Youngstown Police Chief
HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL DeChellis' triples lead Range
Springfield and Western Reserve posted non-league victories. STRUTHERS -- Joe Marino's double and
Top 10
TOP 10 Golf courses The top public courses (with greens fees) in America, from Golf Magazine:
Parasites may be the cause of her guinea pig's irritability
Dear Heloise: I read the letter from a reader about her problems with her guinea pig. Perhaps she
Runners ward off uninvited April chills
Harding's Jay Provitt was named MVP of the East Palestine invitational. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Client initiated sex, attorney says
The encounter took place while the assistant prosecutor worked in his private practice. By
Petland store chain says new law in Athens unfairly singles it out
Athens hopes the law reduces the number of pets the shelter kills each year. ATHENS (AP) -- A pet
PULSE TEEN CLUB
PULSE TEEN CLUB Concert schedule Avon Oaks Ballroom will host a grand opening April 9 of a new
COMPOSTING SEMINARS
Composting seminars CANFIELD -- The Green Team, Mahoning County's recycling agency, will host two
hOhio photographer publishes new book
hOhio photographer publishes new book Environmental photographer Ian Adams, a Cuyahoga Falls
YMCA aims to build new branch
The Boardman branch has about 12,000 members. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Research focuses on heart disease
DALLAS MORNING NEWS DALLAS -- New research from two teams of Dallas scientists may lead to better
Tibetan healing arts tour to stop in Girard
GIRARD -- The Sacred Earth and Healing Arts of Tibet, a national tour of representatives from the
Barry Bonds placed on 15-day DL
OAKLAND, Calif. (AP) -- The San Francisco Giants placed Barry Bonds on the 15-day disabled list
West Branch, Leetonia win division titles at Cope
North Canton won the Division I and overall championship. SALEM -- North Canton Hoover, West
High-flying fun
THE VINDICATOR GRAVITY HAS ITS ADVANTAGES BUT weightlessness is where all of the fun is. At least
MUSLIM FAITH Pair of women work toward changing face of Islam
Many believe it is a violation of Islamic law when a woman leads men in prayer. During her
SPRING TRENDS Suited for action
You don't have to reserve new spring clothes for picnics and parties. Many of the season's freshest
Mourners gathered in St. Peter's Square and Poland to honor 'a marvelous man.'
Mourners gathered in St. Peter's Square and Poland to honor 'a marvelous man.' VATICAN CITY (AP)
Licenses for dogs to be inspected in Mercer County
MERCER, Pa. -- The Pennsylvania Department of Agriculture Bureau of Dog Law Enforcement will
Has-been assessments disturb retiring Wallace
The former series champion has struggled since 2003. BRISTOL, Tenn. (AP) -- Nothing makes Rusty
MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:
MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:
'1-2-3 IMAGINE' Sesame Street Live fascinates children
Adults can come under the spell as well. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT YOUNGSTOWN --
& lt;B & gt;BOBBY, & lt;/B & gt; Margaret A., 64, of Boardman;
& lt;B & gt;BOBBY, & lt;/B & gt; Margaret A., 64, of Boardman; calling hours Tuesday
HOW HE SEES IT Cobalt could show way to brighter future
Opinion: By ERIC PLANEY SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Sunday morning, my good friend Tony Paolone (another
The pet adoption reunited one man with his dog who had run away.
The pet adoption reunited one man with his dog who had run away. BOARDMAN -- Anyone familiar with
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE
55-PLUS MINERAL RIDGE XMembers of 55-Plus Club of Mineral Ridge will meet at 12:30 p.m. Tuesday at
Blasko-Dunn date announced by their parents
XThe engagement of Joy Elizabeth Blasko of Boardman and Joshua Matthew Dunn of Negley is being
Butt of unkind jokes should find new friends
Dear Annie: I am a 16-year-old girl having trouble with teasing. I've had low self-confidence issues
Rental cars cheaper at nonairport sites
Rental cars cheaper at nonairport sites WASHINGTON -- Taxes and fees for car rentals this year
& lt;B & gt;ALEXANDER, & lt;/B & gt; Pearl Josephine, 78, of
& lt;B & gt;ALEXANDER, & lt;/B & gt; Pearl Josephine, 78, of Youngstown, formerly of
SOFTBALL Canfield wins S.C. tourney; Boardman is 3rd
Mooney posted its first win while South Range won a league game. MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- Freshman
'HOTEL'
'HOTEL' Moby V2, s Need a good night's sleep? Check into Moby's "Hotel," because the sample-
Ex-Harding girls basketball coach pleads innocent to killing his wife
Her body was found in a closet in the couple's home. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Use a helper with your circular saw
If you don't use your power tools on a pretty regular basis, you may need a little bit of help when
Cerny pitches Lakeview past Ursuline, 4-1
YOUNGSTOWN -- Freshman Kailynn Cerny allowed only three hits and struck out six as Lakeview High
Air quality in Mahoning Valley to be forecast daily
AUSTINTOWN -- The Eastgate Regional Council of Governments has begun daily air quality forecasts.
Madsen goes for 20 career wins at Ohio State
COLUMBUS -- Pitcher Mike Madsen of Canfield is in his last season for the Ohio State University
Feds to meet with Warren, police officials
By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Officials from the U.S. Justice
About that lost hour
About that lost hour kThe Vindicator surveyed Valley residents on what hour of the day would they
Choffin Career Center now features its own production studio.
Choffin Career Center now features its own production studio. YOUNGSTOWN -- Unlike many movie and
Ramsbottom 50th celebrated at party hosted by children
XSTRUTHERS -- Brad and Dorothy Ramsbottom of Struthers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in
Augustus overwhelming choice as player of year; McCallie tabbed
Their teams could meet in the NCAA Championship game on Tuesday. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- LSU's
SCOUTS
SCOUTS Harvey honored Brandon E. Harvey, son of Larry and Phyllis Harvey of Austintown, received
Shues plan movie project
Shues plan movie project LOS ANGELES -- When we say "Gracie" is a family flick, we mean it. That
Police probe theft of $30,000 from charitable agency
No charges have been filed in the case. YOUNGSTOWN -- City police are investigating the theft of
3 picked for Hall of Fame
Ken Jakubec, Gaza Kochy and Ron Voitus have been honored. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Road
Tennessee's next big test is upstart Michigan State
The Lady Vols have the most tradition of the Final Four teams. ASSOCIATED PRESS INDIANAPOLIS --
Playhouse production will bring art alive
The fun-filled evening will start with a benefit party. YOUNGSTOWN -- Arts Alive II, a benefit
Twins survive struggle in womb
In about half of the cases of this rare condition, both twins die. YOUNGSTOWN -- Connor and
'ALL MY CHILDREN'
'ALL MY CHILDREN' While Lily identified Braden as the man who killed Edmund, Ethan still insisted
PLAYERPOST.HT.WT.YEARHOMETOWN
PLAYERPOST.HT.WT.YEARHOMETOWN 1-Jason PerryCB5-8160Jr.Warrensville Heights. 2-Mike AndrewsLB6-
SCHIAVO CASE Faiths differ on theology of dying
CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Editor's note: Prior to the death of Terri Schiavo on March 31, the
UHS STUDENTS INDUCTED
UHS students inducted YOUNGSTOWN -- Ursuline High School recently inducted the following students
Fighting on a second front
Opinion: Miami Herald: Military veterans who fight and are injured in service to their country shouldn't have
HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Mildred Brant
Birth date: March 20, 1905. Residence: Boardman. Celebration: A party was held March 20 at Mr.
TIME CHANGE
TIME CHANGE It's time to spring ahead and lose an hour of sleep. Daylight savings time begins at 2
SATURDAY'S RESULTS TRACK AND FIELD WARD INVITATIONAL
SATURDAY'S RESULTS TRACK AND FIELD WARD INVITATIONAL (At East Palestine High School) BOYS Team
FUGITIVE OF WEEK
FUGITIVE OF WEEK John Bryant The FBI and Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown are asking the
Floods are nature's way of showing who's boss
Opinion: Floods are nature's way of showing who's boss EDITOR: In response to the letter of March 27,
Richter-Kiraly ceremony set for September 2006
XNEWTON FALLS -- David and Debi Richter 15034 Robinson Road, are announcing the engagement of their
WHAT TO DO
WHAT TO DO Experts agree the risk of contracting an infection from using samples at the makeup
Interest in garden items is blossoming
Gardening was an important pastime in America in the late 19th century. By the middle of the
Local residents sing the pontiff's praises
A Valley Jewish organization praised the pope for improving relations between Jews and Catholics.
PLAY BALL! Schilling, Bonds begin on sidelines
The American League season opens tonight in Yankee Stadium. By RONALD BLUM ASSOCIATED PRESS
Mahoning Valley students win Achievement Scholarships
More than 120,000 students were in the competition. The National Achievement Scholarship program
U.N. chief jumps the gun in saying he won't resign
Opinion: United Nations Secretary-General Kofi Annan's "Hell no" reply when asked if he would resign in light
Styles have changed over time
The most important step was the invention of the overhead garage door. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
LIFE & amp;WORK
LIFE & amp;WORK Time change pains k DAYLIGHT-SAVING TIME, which began at 2 a.m. today,
Schwellinger- Thomas date set for late summer
XEngaged and planning a summer wedding are Susan Schwellinger and Travis Thomas, 524 E. Liberty St.,
Powell steps up for 2nd-half surge
After early foul trouble, Illinois' big man finished with 20 points. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Roger
Deron starts with D: Illini guard shuts down Garcia
The Louisville standout scored a season-low four points on 2 of 10 shooting. ST. LOUIS (AP) --
West gets tourism boost
The nearing bicentennial of the historical journey has tourists stopping at sites. BISMARCK, N.D.
COSMETICS Makeup counter offers some real dangers, too
Bacteria showed up when students tested at department stores. STAMFORD ADVOCATE The siren songs
Clijsters rebounds from injury, tops Sharapova for the Nasdaq title
Roger Federer plays Rafael Nadal for the men's title today. KEY BISCAYNE, Fla. (AP) -- From corner
Area residents flock together in Florida
There were 95 relocated Newton Falls Tigers in attendance this winter. DAVENPORT, Fla. -- Some
Near-perfect lap gives Herta pole
ST. PETERSBURG, Fla. (AP) -- Bryan Herta felt the pressure after messing up the lap that was
WINNING NUMBERS | March 26-April 1
OHIO Friday 4/1 Night drawings: Pick 3, Pick 4, Buckeye 5, Mega Millions, Mega Ball, Day
Indians beat Braves -- then lose in 10th
The Pirates beat the Twins in a regular season tuneup. ASSOCIATED PRESS ATLANTA -- Tim Hudson
TELEVISION Kojak returns to cable
This Kojak follows a different New York street. By DUSTY SAUNDERS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE
SCOPE HOWLAND SENIOR CENTER, 8273 HIGH ST. N.E., WARREN, WILL HAVE A SPRING DINNER-DANCE APRIL 13 FEATURING ED VALLUS BAND. DOORS WILL OPEN AT 6 P.M., AND A BUFFET WILL BE SERVED AT 6:30 FOLLOWED BY
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, will have a spring dinner-dance April 13
Museum offers spin through history
The facility is the only outdoor windmill museum in the nation. KENDALLVILLE, Ind. (AP) -- At the
HOW HE SEES IT Beware the man with short index finger
Opinion: By BILL FERGUSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Hey guys -- have you been thinking about signing up
Director finds a piece of himself in 'Millions'
A career of departures turns in yet another direction. By DIXIE REID SCRIPPS HOWARD Danny
Mayfair in lead, weather winning
Mayfair was one of 63 players who did not finish their round. ASSOCIATED PRESS DULUTH, Ga. --
Spring tea serves as fund-raiser
Reservations for the tea party are due by April 13. POLAND -- The meeting room at Poland Library,
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS FRIDAY
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Special Offer (Beech) 15.406.803.60 Castle Hill (Davila)
FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS
OHIO Night drawings: Mega Millions: 11-19-28-32-45 Mega Ball: 10 Pick 3: 0-5-6 Pick 4: 7-2-1-3