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Monument to honor children's TV legend
The sculpture will be in Pittsburgh, but no site has been picked yet. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Sculptor
Clayman-Smith wedding set at country club
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Gary and Sherri Clayman, 99 Oriole Drive, are announcing the engagement and
CURBSTONE COACHES Hall of Fame inductees BOARDMAN -- Sixteen new members will be enshrined during the 2005 Curbstone Coaches Hall of Fame Banquet on May 1 at Mr. Anthony's Banquet Center, South
Su Bachinger, bowling -- A 1978 graduate of Fitch High, she began tutoring Junior League Bowlers at
Pirates pull out 4-3 win over Cubs in ninth on Sanchez's triple
CHICAGO (AP) -- The Chicago Cubs have no idea why LaTroy Hawkins has struggled so much as a closer
LOTTERY RESULTS FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS
OHIO Night drawings: Mega Millions: 23-25-43-46-49 Mega Ball: 26 Pick 3: 4-7-7 Pick 4:
Rangers rough up Yankees in 10-2 win
New York pitcher Jaret Wright left the game with a shoulder injury. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --
For Youngstown mayor: Robert E. Bush Jr.
Opinion: Five of the seven candidates for mayor of Youngstown are apparently unaware of the fact that the job
National Day of Prayer to be observed May 5
National Day of Prayer to be observed May 5 COLUMBIANA -- The Columbiana Ministerial Association
Released inmates must return as space allows
Furloughed inmates must call the jail every month. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME REPORTER
DANIELLE BAKER MARCUS ORENDI
DANIELLE BAKER MARCUS ORENDI XMASURY -- St. Bernadette Church was the setting at noon March 19 as
Lymphedema program
Lymphedema program YOUNGSTOWN -- A free "Living With Lymphedema" program will be presented from 11
Probe to focus on use of children
Advocacy groups claim that a New York City agency exploited HIV-infected youngsters. NEW YORK (AP)
NEWS SHOWS Opinions on the air
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week": Sens. Joseph Biden, D-Del., and Jon
Sport goes extreme with swooping
Swoopers use parachutes that allow little error. LOS ANGELES TIMES The airplane had just reached
Benedict quietly defied Nazis
New pope made risky choices in Bavarian town during World War II. TRAUNSTEIN, Germany (AP) --
MARK PHELAN Promising Cobalt is undone by quality-control glitches
The 2005 Chevrolet Cobalt is an opportunity lost. It's also a troubling example of how General
More drivers use other ways to get around
Higher energy costs are fueling an increase in public transit use. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Rising
TECHNOLOGY Modern machines often not friendly to blind
Because many devices now have digital screens, blind people cannot feel how to use them.
hMission remembered
hMission remembered TEHRAN, Iran -- A desperate mission to rescue 53 American hostages from Iran
Made in China: Deal in works
Cheap labor is opening the door to an export boom, analysts say. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Adam Gesacion, fianc & eacute;e to marry in Washington
XPOLAND -- Nick and Diane Gesacion, 11 Walker Court, are announcing the engagement of their son,
MEDTRONIC INC. Spinal inplants dispute settled for $1.35 billion
The company will pay Dr. Gary Michelson $800 million for the intellectual property. LOS ANGELES
GARDEN FORUM Activities planned
Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, or Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, for reservations or
XBOARDMAN -- Announcement is being made by Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Gennaro, 5058 Tippwood Court, of the engagement and forthcoming marriage of their daughter, Michelle Elena Gennaro, 2460 Carriage Drive,
XBOARDMAN -- Announcement is being made by Mr. and Mrs. Rocco Gennaro, 5058 Tippwood Court, of the
CBS MOVIE 'Locusts' swarms with bad scenes
The flick is about insects that escape a lab and multiply. By ROB OWEN SCRIPPS HOWARD I had no
Clues help glass collectors learn who produced it
Iridescent glass was made by many glass factories in the United States in the late-19th and 20th
Destiny of voting machines still unknown
MERCER, Pa. -- Local officials are waiting on the outcome of a re-examination of the Unilect Patriot
GARDEN CLUBS
WEDNESDAY XIvy League members will meet at 2 p.m. for a program, "Attracting Backyard Birds and
The Vindicator
THE VINDICATOR Anyone who's ever planned a deck or patio party only to have the festivities cut
MENSTRUAL MIGRAINES Tennis star fighting back
Getting back a good quality of life is the goal. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI -- Call it the
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CLEANING Quick wipes make environmentalists cringe
A use-and-toss trend in cleaning is filling landfills with nonbiodegradable products. KNIGHT
mahoning county jail | Inmate releases
MAHONING COUNTY JAIL | Inmate releases Here are a few examples of the types of crimes committed by
CHARACTERISTICS In the classroom
9-YEAR-OLD PUPILS Increased coordination. Push themselves to physical limits and fatigue easily.
SHARON LOWER JASON BLACK
SHARON LOWER JASON BLACK XCHANDLER, Ariz. -- Sharon Lower of Chandler, daughter of Wilmer and
Slippery Rock University to break ground for hall project
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- The Slippery Rock University Foundation Inc. will break ground for SRU's $110
FILM FESTIVAL
First place ($250) - "In Time," by Adetoro Makinde of Hollywood, Calif. Second place ($150) - "The
WILDLIFE ORPHANS Think before you act
In spring and early summer, many birds and young mammals are seemingly left alone, abandoned by
City saves money by refinancing 1994 bond
YOUNGSTOWN -- The city saved $261,843 by refinancing a 1994 bond issue at a lower rate and
President struggles in fight against escalating oil costs
Bush to push energy agenda with Saudi leader, but little relief seen from high gas prices.
KELLI YOZWIAK DOMINIC MARUCCI
KELLI YOZWIAK DOMINIC MARUCCI XBOARDMAN -- Avalon Lakes Grand Pavilion in Howland provided the
Big questions unanswered at Ohio State's spring game
The Buckeyes still aren't sure who will start at quarterback and running back. COLUMBUS (AP) --
8 Pa. hospitals test nasal swabs in effort to thwart staph infection
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Eight southwestern Pennsylvania hospitals are routinely testing nasal swabs taken
Winter returns to the Midwest
ASSOCIATED PRESS More than a month after spring's official start, old man winter is coming back to
Don't double up on dessert
Opinion: Kansas City Star: Some people may be helping themselves to a celebratory tub of ice cream -- with a
Mastrans' golden year is celebrated during reception
XYOUNGSTOWN -- Raymond and Lillian Mastran, 422 Hampton Circle, Grand Prairie, Texas, were honored
KRYSTAL SMITH BRIAN BAILING
KRYSTAL SMITH BRIAN BAILING XKEY WEST, Fla. -- The marriage of Krystal Smith and Brian Bailing,
LOTTERY RESULTS SATURDAY'S DRAWINGS
OHIO Day drawings: Pick 3, 3-0-5 Pick 4, 1-8-6-6 Night drawings: Pick 3, 2-8-0 Pick 4,
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR AWARDS 2004-05
DISTINGUISHED PROFESSOR AWARDS 2004-05 Teaching Maria E. Delost, health professions; Jacek
TECH CENTER OFFERS FREE GED PRACTICE TEST
Tech Center offers free GED practice test CANFIELD -- The Mahoning County Career and Technical
Car show on tap for Packard Museum
The theme of this year's annual event is 'Packards at Your Service.' WARREN -- The National
AT A GLANCE Browns' picks
Braylon Edwards Round 1 Position: wide receiver College: Michigan Pick: No. 3 overall
GRAEDONS | People's Pharmacy Drinking water when thirsty should meet the body's need
Q. I drink at least eight large glasses of water every day to maintain good health. When I play
Browns feel they got the best player in this year's NFL draft
BEREA (AP) -- Braylon Edwards wore No. 1 at Michigan, and he was second to none for the Cleveland
FOREIGN EXCHANGE Families sought to host students
The foreign students will range in age from 15 to 18. YOUNGSTOWN -- Families in the Youngstown
U.S. nabs 6 linked to helicopter crash
Day of violence, bombings claims 9 Iraqi troops and 1 American soldier. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- The
From shotgun to Top Gun: Utah QB Smith goes No. 1
SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP) -- Five minutes before commissioner Paul Tagliabue made the announcement,
Augdon House moves down Main Street
Utilities had to be turned off, and a section of road was closed to traffic. By DENISE DICK
APRIL
APRIL 30 -- Cortland and Newton Falls Relay for Life outing at Tamer Win Golf Course in Cortland.
Scholarship offer has international flavor
NELSONVILLE -- The Foundation for Appalachian Ohio is now accepting applications for the Ariana R.
KATHERINE HERDMAN JOHN CHISMAR JR.
KATHERINE HERDMAN JOHN CHISMAR JR. XVIENNA -- Katherine Herdman, daughter of David and Patricia
SOAP OPERA SUMMARIES
'ALL MY CHILDREN' Ethan insisted to Kendall he never lied about loving her, and explained why he
Cameras would be welcome at dangerous intersection
Opinion: Cameras would be welcome at dangerous intersection EDITOR: While many are bemoaning the fact
AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 6, MARINERS 1
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RECYCLING FACILITY
RECYCLING FACILITY Committee members At a meeting Friday at Mahoning County's Reuse and
Man hurt in accident on I-76
Traffic was backed up for miles in both directions. LAKE MILTON -- An 18-wheeler smashed into a
NFL DRAFT Niners on clock for first selection
They are considering two quarterbacks or a trade down. LOS ANGELES TIMES NEW YORK -- Joe Montana
Ohio education groups back bills that cap charter schools
COLUMBUS -- The Coalition for Public Education has announced its support of bills that call for
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Baltimore117.611--6-4W-25-56-20-0
MCI re-answers call from Qwest; Verizon has five days to buzz in
NEW YORK (AP) -- MCI Inc. embraced a $9.75 billion takeover bid Saturday from Qwest Communications
OBSERVANCES Passover, the Sabbath coincide
Bread is at the heart of the dilemma this year. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS KANSAS CITY, Mo. -- For
Dole recounts his days in Army
The former senator uses letters he wrote home during the war to help tell his story. By JEFF
All aboard for a look at history of rail travel
All aboard for a look at history of rail travel Long ago, before airport security lines, cramped
Living history group to depict Civil War
CANFIELD -- What if everything you thought about the American Civil War was wrong? What if you
SENATE PROBE Rare coin deal raises eyebrows, questions
Lawmakers want to know why an ex-convict handled the state's $50 million investment. TOLEDO (AP)
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:
NATIONAL LEAGUE ROUNDUP Willis stays hot, Marlins top Reds
The Mets have won 10 of 13 after beating the Nationals. ASSOCIATED PRESS MIAMI -- Dontrelle
Boardman students to present 'Nunsense'
BOARDMAN -- The Boardman High School's Drama Guild will perform Dan Goggin's musical "Nunsense" at
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities are as follows: Wednesday,
SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities are as follows: Wednesday,
Grove City professor is promoted to dean
The outgoing dean is a former YSU professor. GROVE CITY, Pa. -- Dr. Stacy Birmingham, professor of
Museum shows area's diversity
The building houses relics that depict the region's history, from Civil War items to a moonshine
Singh, Coles share lead going into final round
Windy conditions made the Houston Open course much tougher to play. ASSOCIATED PRESS HUMBLE,
RETIREMENT JFS chief reflects on agency's successes
Crawford plans to get in some fishing and do some traveling. YOUNGSTOWN -- Delores Crawford says
New location
New location kAFTER 155 YEARS in the same place, the Augdon House in Poland has a new address.
If you love your pet, don't set it free
When you buy or get a pet, there are certain things you also acquire with the animal. Making the
WINNING NUMBERS | April 16-22
OHIO Friday 4/22 Night drawings: Pick 3, 4-7-7 Pick 4, 3-4-8-3 Rolling Cash 5, 1-26-33-34-39
Downtown first choice for new site of agency
The Social Security office does not intend to move to the suburbs, the director said. WARREN --
CONSTANCE RAMLOW MICHAEL KRAMER
CONSTANCE RAMLOW MICHAEL KRAMER XLEESVILLE, S.C. -- Constance Ann Ramlow of Leesville, and Michael
Hikers find wilderness, civilization along path
Travelers can go for miles without seeing anyone, but towns along the way offer hot food and
Allen Masonic Lodge celebrates 150th anniversary
COLUMBIANA -- Allen Masonic Lodge, 722 Springfield Road, marked its 150th anniversary April 23 with
Book recounts musician's early career
Guitarist Dave Van Ronk was known for his storytelling. By SCOTT BAUER ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
'THE EMANCIPATION OF MIMI'
'THE EMANCIPATION OF MIMI' Mariah Carey Island/Def Jam, ss 1/2 Mariah Carey's close
MICHELE HUPP WILLIAM FRANCIS
MICHELE HUPP WILLIAM FRANCIS XMIDDLEPORT -- Married at 3:30 p.m. March 19 at Middleport Church of
HOW HE SEES IT Dems should fight for religious mantle
Opinion: By JONATHAN ZIMMERMAN CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR NEW YORK -- They still don't get it. If you
Cash register stolen
Cash register stolen YOUNGSTOWN -- The cash register at Subway on East Midlothian Boulevard was
Detroit pulls away from 76ers in opener
Rasheed Wallace led the Pistons with 26 of his 29 points in the second half. ASSOCIATED PRESS
SCOTT SHALAWAY These quotes might do a world of good
Back in 1990, I commemorated Earth Day by quoting some thoughtful writers who shared a love of the
WRONGFUL DEATHS Officials, families settle suit
Fort Worth officials consider settling lawsuit over four drownings. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
MAHONING COUNTY MEET Boardman girls, Fitch boys grab Div. I titles
Struthers won both Div. II crowns in the 93rd running of the meet. AUSTINTOWN -- Even though it
hAuthor helps make pruning easy
hAuthor helps make pruning easy Can't make the cut? Steve Bradley can help. Bradley is the
POPE BENEDICT Name is a clue to his views
The name is linked to the patron saint of Europe. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS PHILADELPHIA -- In
Spring into maintenance by assessing home
Spring is a time to assess how well your maintenance work held up during the winter and what other
Coin Silver pulls away to capture Lexington Stakes
Trainer Todd Pletcher will have three horses in the Kentucky Derby. LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- Trainer
NOVELS New mysteries by well-known authors set to sizzle
Donald E. Westlake and Carolyn Hart both have new novels. By RON BERTHEL ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER
YSU FOOTBALL Defenders retain red jerseys
Interceptions and a blocked field goal triggered a 62-54 scrimmage victory. By PETE MOLLICA
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in
CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight
YOUNGSTOWN STATE UNIVERSITY Sigma Alpha Lambda announced that Kathleen Ann Barreca of Girard has
CAL THOMAS 'Religious intolerance' charge is hypocritical
Opinion: Democrats, who have been taking a crash course in the language of religion in hopes of winning some
FLIGHTS Unsure of what you can fly with?
Rules about what's OK to bring on flights have confused some travelers. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Upshaw will give address at graduation
MEADVILLE, Pa. -- Acclaimed American lyric soprano Dawn Upshaw will present Allegheny College's 2005
IBL Crockett powers 'Cats past Lightning
Mahoning Valley led 36-17 after one quarter in the easy win. STRUTHERS -- Mahoning Valley guard
MARK PATINKIN Why doesn't Cardinal Law go away?
Opinion: When did they start referring to college gymnasiums as "wellness centers"? Line overheard by a man
New plate to help clean river
Muskies are known as fierce predators, with big teeth, voracious appetites and an allure that makes
Virginia tight end Heath Miller becomes Big Ben's newest target
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Some traditions of the Pittsburgh Steelers rarely change. Their commitment to the
Video shows helicopter crash
Insurgents caused the aircraft wreck. LOS ANGELES TIMES BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Videotapes showing the
CRIME PREVENTION Boardman cops seek trends in reports
The analysis helps with deterrence and prediction. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
DEe CRAWFORD
DEE CRAWFORD Retirement dinner A retirement dinner is planned for Delores "Dee" Crawford. Here
AP cameraman gunned down in Mosul; photographer hurt
Saleh Ibrahim was the 28th journalist killed while on assignment for the AP. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
To summarize: This nation is in a whole lot of trouble
Opinion: EDITOR: Let's see if I'm able to summarize today's cultural and political climate. Our
Lions take wide open look into season
Four receiver formations were part of Saturday's spring game. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- Penn
'EXTREME MAKEOVER -- HOME EDITION' Man contacts reality show, builds new home for family
A Cortland man asked how he could get involved. WARREN -- If you're watching "Extreme Makeover --
Agassi's service problems send him home
HOUSTON (AP) -- Sebastien Grosjean took advantage of Andre Agassi's serving troubles and snapped a
MILL CREEK METROPARKS May calendar
May 1: 2-3:30 p.m. Guided Tour of Fellows Riverside Gardens. Enjoy a leisurely walk in the gardens
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Da Mamboking (Parker)5.003.603.00 Thoughtful King
Tech center students join society
CANFIELD -- Thirty students from the Mahoning County Career & amp; Technical Center received
Explosion kills Ohio soldier near convoy
The soldier was home on leave two months ago. FRANKFORT, Ohio (AP) -- A 20-year-old Ohio soldier
There can be lots of doggone fun at Passover
Being religious and being a stick-in-the-mud don't have to be the same, a pet-store owner was told.
DALE McFEATTERS If you think a Harley is dangerous ...
Opinion: At a certain age you become Ralphie from "A Christmas Story" all over again. You remember Ralphie,
LPGA aids Clearview charity pro-am
On June 27 members of the LPGA Tour will take part in a fundraising event at Clearview Golf Course
Some fast facts about America's waste stream -- and craving for disposable cleaning products:
Some fast facts about America's waste stream -- and craving for disposable cleaning products: The
DISNEYLAND Unofficial tour guide gets booted
A blog writer and die-hard Mickey Mouse fan gave the unsanitized version of the theme park's
COURT Gunman may be in jail for year
Twelve people were sentenced for a variety of offenses. MERCER, Pa.-- A Sharon man will serve six
300 GAMES
300 GAMES Holiday: Joe Beeson in Tuesday Night Shooting Gallery. 290 GAMES Boardman Lanes:
Tendency to preach causes problems
Dear Annie: I am the single mother of a 13-year-old boy. "Aaron" loves to visit his grandparents,
Tentative pact reached
Tentative pact reached WARREN -- Negotiators for the 535-member Warren Education Association and
Service, reception celebrate 50th for Thompsons
XPOLAND -- A service of blessing and thanksgiving was held April 10 in the chapel of Good Hope
Today is Saturday, April 23, the 113th day of 2005. There are 252 days left in the year. The Jewish
Opinion: Today is Saturday, April 23, the 113th day of 2005. There are 252 days left in the year. The Jewish
REVIEW 'Two-Dollar Bill' a thriller worth the money
A dead prostitute and a sex video scandal add to the novel's suspense. By CAROL DEEGAN
Slippery Rock University set to begin construction project
SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. -- The Slippery Rock University Foundation, Inc., will break ground for SRU's $
HELOISE Go ahead and let the birds snack on oranges
Dear Heloise: We have orange trees in our back yard, and certain birds poke holes in the oranges to
Brothel survivor is bound for U.S.
DALLAS (AP) -- A woman who broke her back after jumping out a sixth-story window to escape a Turkish
Sabathia starts strong, leads Tribe past Seattle
Ronnie Belliard added a three-run homer for the Indians. SEATTLE (AP) -- C.C. Sabathia is counting
CALIFORNIA CONTAMINATION City won't take chances with tainted water
Rialto is determined to clean up its polluted aquifer, no matter what the cost. RIALTO, Calif.
GOP tries to soften blow of cuts in state funding
Opinion: As officials in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties battle to keep their governments afloat
Masonic district presents awards
STEUBENVILLE -- The 6,912 Freemasons in Carroll, Columbiana, Jefferson and Mahoning counties honored
SPORTS
SPORTS NFL draft day K BRAYLON EDWARDS WORE NO. 1 AT MICHIGAN, AND HE WAS SECOND TO NONE FOR THE
ORTHODOX HOLY WEEK SERVICES
St. Mark Church 3560 Logan Way, Youngstown (330) 759-8383 Rev. Fr. Dan Rohan Lazarus
No small feat
THE VINDICATOR KENNYWOOD, AMERICA'S favorite traditional amusement park, has more fun per square
ANDRES OPPENHEIMER Racial slur reaches beyond soccer field
Opinion: BUENOS AIRES -- An apparent racial slur by an Argentine player against a black Brazilian rival
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING
AMERICAN LEAGUE TEAM BATTING ABRHHRRBIAvg Baltimore597951742295.291 Tampa Bay583821691278.289
Sister Madeleine is happy to say: Mission accomplished
The Antonine nuns received donations from across the globe to build the center. By GAIL WHITE
PLANTS Silvers provide garden shimmer
The plants add contrast amid colorful flowers and green foliage. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS AKRON
SENIOR CITIZENS
BETHEL ELDERBERRIES XMembers of the Bethel Elderberries will meet for a luncheon at noon Thursday.
EAST HIGH HALL OF FAME \ Inductees
The East High Hall of Fame banquet will be held Sunday at 6 p.m. at Mr. Anthony's. Tickets cost $20
YSU Love, peace in air at spring choral concert
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University's Dana Choral Department will present "Spring Choral
Washington Post
WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Lia Carfagno thumbed through her history textbook seeking facts
WEDDING EXPENSES Borrowing thousands for the big day is common
An average wedding on the low end is $15,000 for 200 people, one planner said. SCRIPPS HOWARD
Ursuline's Satterlee earns honor
BARBOURVILLE, Ky. -- Union College's Erin Satterlee, an Ursuline High graduate, was named
Today is Sunday, April 24, the 114th day of 2005. There are 251 days left in the year. On this date in 1800, Congress approves a bill establishing the Library of Congress.
Today is Sunday, April 24, the 114th day of 2005. There are 251 days left in the year. On this date