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LEADERS
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AUTO INDUSTRY GM says it will cut 25,000 jobs
The automaker's moves are expected to save the company $2.5 billion a year. WASHINGTON POST
LOCAL
LOCAL Bowling CANFIELD -- L. Susie Wolcott and Dave Wolcott rolled 1,499 to take the lead of the
FASHION AWARDS Wang wins top honor
Celebrities and designers rub elbows at ceremony. NEW YORK (AP) -- Stars of stage, screen and
UM ties series at 1-1 with 5-2 win
The Wolverines rallied from a 2-0 deficit to beat UCLA. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) -- Becky Marx hit a
The NBA Finals will be more about substance than style, more about matchups than minutiae.
SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- The NBA Finals will be more about substance than style, more about matchups than
The law and the golden rule
Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Imagine being arrested in a foreign country where you are unfamiliar with the
Prosecutors seek strict penalties
A judge has backed off harsh sanctions against tobacco companies. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal
Vehicle plants in Ga., Okla., and Wisc. would be likely targets for shutdown
The company plans to decrease production of minivans and SUVs. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS DETROIT
Cleveland to invest in Crowe
The Indians hope to sign promising outfielder Trevor Crowe, their first draft pick. CLEVELAND (AP)
Greenville's Reimold taken in second
The Bowling Green right fielder was selected by the Baltimore Orioles. BOWLING GREEN -- Nolan
Two men convicted in slaying of teen
The men, who will be sentenced Thursday, face 20 years to life in prison for shooting a teenager.
HOW HE SEES IT Turning out the lights on insurgents in Iraq
Opinion: By GARY ANDERSON WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The adaptive Iraqi insurgency is running out of
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Poland and Boardman: POLAND June 1 Vandalism: A woman
CONGRESS Senate ready to vote on nominee Brown
The Senate voted 65-32 to end the long-standing debate on Justice Brown. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
ON TOUR This week's pro golf events
LPGA TOUR LPGA Championship Havre de Grace, Md. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday Course: Bulle Rock Golf
SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- The NBA Finals will be more about substance than style, more about matchups than minutiae.
SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- The NBA Finals will be more about substance than style, more about matchups than
Jockey Castellano switches to 40-1 long shot Watchmon
11 horses are entered in $1 millon dollar race Saturday NEW YORK (AP) -- No Yankees cap sat atop
DAN K. THOMASSON 2008's presidential race has begun
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- In case you missed it in all the noisy hyperbole and commercialization surrounding
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& lt;B & gt;BATSON, & lt;/B & gt; Beverly A., 69, of Niles; calling hours Friday
WORKERS' COMPENSATION Family fails in appeal for more state benefits
The state compensation benefits have been argued in court since 2002. WARREN -- The family of a
3 candidates disqualified because of petition errors
The county is looking at litigation against an election software provider. WARREN -- The Trumbull
SOCCER U.S. squad tastes climate shift during preparation for Panama
The Panamanians need a victory if they hope to qualify for next year's World Cup. PANAMA CITY,
10-year relationship now half a relationship
Dear Annie: I just turned 58, and "John" is 67. We have been seeing each other about 10 years, and I
CARE PACKAGES Troops in Iraq
Socks Double-edge disposable razors Beef Jerky/Slim Jims Snack crackers Stationery and pens
Melfi seeks to combine service and safety director positions
The safety director says he would welcome the new duties. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Cleveland adds new left tackle to offense
Marcus Spears, drafted 10 years ago by Chicago, got a one-year deal. CLEVELAND (AP) -- With
HOW HE SEES IT Keeping an eye on Ohio's future
Opinion: By BILL LAIDLAW SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR "If I were giving a young man advice as to how he
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st-GuppiesSecret(Mrphy)10.204.404.60 Bubba's Doll House
METRO PARKS Squatters rewarded with leases to land
For keeping the property safe and clean, two men will get to stay on the land for free. COLUMBUS
The sad end of an era
The closing of the school ends a family tradition that spanned 50 years. By MONICA BOND
New sign rule requires clear displays of addresses
Residential electric rates may increase. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Residents and businesses must post
Today is Wednesday, June 8, the 159th day of 2005. There are 206 days left in the year. On this date in A.D. 632, the prophet Mohammed dies.
Today is Wednesday, June 8, the 159th day of 2005. There are 206 days left in the year. On this date
POP CULTURE Say goodbye to the '80s for good
Motley Crue, 'The Breakfast Club' and 'Top Gun'-era band Anthrax have all entered this fading
Group keeps an eye on development
A group leader asked the city for a timetable for response. CORTLAND -- A homeowners group is
'QUEER EYE' Is name update enough for show?
LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY The distance between buzz and zzzz can be frighteningly short. Just ask the
BASEBALL DRAFT SELECTIONS
ROUND 1 1. Arizona, Justin Upton, SS, Great Bridge HS, Chesapeake, Va.; 2. Kansas City, Alex
PENNSYLVANIA Former rival endorses Casey for U.S. Senate
Ex-treasurer Hafer says Casey is the Democrats' best hope of beating Santorum. HARRISBURG (AP) --
Everything old is new again
Everything old is new again Red and White Kitchen Co.'s line of reproduced vintage towels from the
WNBA ROUNDUP | Tuesday's games
Sun 81, Storm 69 UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Katie Douglas scored 20 points and Margo Dydek added 14
School district set to review applications for superintendent
CAMPBELL -- The Campbell City School District board will begin reviewing applications today for the
Officials ponder punishment for threats
No criminal charges have been filed against the student. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
THE WINNERS
THE WINNERS MTV Movie Awards The 2005 MTV Movie Awards were taped Saturday night in Los Angeles,
Ex-convict sought in slaying of woman
LORAIN, Ohio (AP) -- An arrest warrant has been issued for an ex-convict in the death of a church
Leaders to eliminate high debt
The United States and Britain want to work together to help poverty-stricken African nations.
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& lt;B & gt;AMMON, & lt;/B & gt;Brenda L., 44, of Girard; no calling hours; Kinnick
Summer promises to overflow with fun
There will be movies every Tuesday night. McDONALD -- Woodland Park on Pennsylvania Avenue
BATTING
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Budget battles wage on in the capital
The current budget expires June 30. By JEFF ORTEGA. VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Astros select Clemens' son in eighth
John Mayberry Jr. was a first-round pick. NEW YORK (AP) -- The Houston Astros hope to have another
Man indicted on sex charges
HUBBARD -- A 41-year-old Mineral Ridge man was secretly indicted by a Trumbull County grand jury on
Thief sentenced to 3 years in prison
The defendant admitted break-ins at nine Trumbull County churches. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
WHEN YOU'RE READY TO FIRE IT UP, WILL YOU BE PREPARED TO CREATE GREAT MEALS?
When you're ready to fire it up, will you be prepared to create great meals? By SUSAN SELASKY
Green Team to offer free pickup to county businesses
The policy committee also appointed its sixth member at its meeting. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning
HOW HE SEES IT 'McJobs' don't get the respect they merit
Opinion: By JAMES K. GLASSMAN SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE The hoary New York Stock Exchange last month
ROUND 1
ROUND 1 1. Arizona, Justin Upton, SS, Great Bridge HS, Chesapeake, Va.; 2. Kansas City, Alex
Authorities apprehend fugitive hiding out at Pennsylvania hotel
OIL CITY, Pa. -- A Liberty man remains in the Venango County Jail, awaiting extradition to Mahoning
TRUMBULL COUNTY Legal office to receive funding it requested
The public defender contract might have to change. WARREN -- Trumbull County commissioners will
Future death row facilities examined
Reporters toured a cell block and took an elevator down to an outdoor area. By PATRICIA MEADE
BELMONT STAKES Jockey Castellano switches to 40-1 long shot Watchmon
11 horses are entered in $1 millon dollar race Saturday NEW YORK (AP) -- No Yankees cap sat atop
Pirates go deep for victory
Daryle Ward and Jack Wilson homered in the eighth to beat Baltimore. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
Lawrence County primary results to be certified
Challenges to the results must be filed by 4 p.m. Monday. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
Singers line up for NBA
Singers line up for NBA Starting Thursday, you can have a side of hoops tunes with your hoop
'THE ADVENTURES OF PETE & amp; PETE' A kid show fit for grown-ups
Creators aimed to make the show 'funny, sad, strange and beautiful' -- and succeeded. By ROBERT
AT A GLANCE | NBA Finals
Starters: Spurs--C Nazr Mohammed (8.1 pts, 7.0 reb), F Tim Duncan (24.9 pts, 11.7 reb), F Bruce
GOLF $1 million playoffs planned for LPGA
It will be golf's first year-end postseason competition. HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. (AP) -- The LPGA Tour
Megan A. Humeniuk Fritz M. Lowe
MEGAN A. HUMENIUK FRITZ M. LOWE XYOUNGSTOWN -- Living in Alexandria, Va., after their marriage May
As expected, Bucs select Fla. prep standout
The multisport athlete had a .709 batting average this spring. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Pittsburgh
Nancy Leffel Lucas Vega
NANCY LEFFEL LUCAS VEGA XBOARDMAN -- The marriage of Nancy Lea Leffel and Lucas Vega of Youngstown
IRAQ 4 car bombings in 1 day kill 17
Two U.S. Marines were killed Monday in separate roadside attacks. WASHINGTON POST BAGHDAD, Iraq
HOW HE SEES IT Failure in Iraq is not an option anymore
Opinion: By CLIFFORD D. MAY SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE In Iraq, they say, failure is not an option. But
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox 10-year relationship now half a relationship
Dear Annie: I just turned 58, and "John" is 67. We have been seeing each other about 10 years, and I
Man charged in robbery
Man charged in robbery BOARDMAN -- Austintown police arrested a Niles man on a robbery charge
hExplosive battles continue in Bolivia
hExplosive battles continue in Bolivia LA PAZ, Bolivia -- A day after his second try at quitting
Jason Mitchell, fianc & eacute;e to wed in Washington state
XBELLEVUE, Wash. -- Walter and Keiko Lu of Bellevue are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
JUSTIN THOMAS YSU pitcher selected in fourth round
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State junior pitcher Justin Thomas was drafted by the Seattle Mariners in
League leans toward eliminating tie games
Radical ideas are being tested, but changes are expected to be conservative. TORONTO (AP) -- When
Majority losing faith in Operation Iraqi Freedom
The number of people who disapprove of the GOP's policies is rising steadily. WASHINGTON POST
For all cooks, avocados from A to Guacamole
Dear Readers: Avocados are a favorite here in South Texas, as well as in many other parts of the
Summer wedding set by Holly Clark and Robert Oleksa
XBOARDMAN -- Announcement is being made of the engagement and coming marriage of Holly Christine
Kristen Cleveland, fianc & eacute; planning island wedding
XCANFIELD -- Marie Kane Cleveland of Canfield is announcing the engagement of her daughter, Kristen
BASEBALL DRAFT Cleveland to invest in Crowe
The Indians hope to sign promising outfielder Trevor Crowe, their first draft pick. CLEVELAND (AP)
AP file photo, 1992
AP file photo, 1992 Anne Bancroft, star of 'Graduate,' dies k ANNE BANCROFT, the seductive Mrs.
Miss Mayhew, fianc & eacute; plan July wedding
XThe parents of Amanda Mayhew, 2600 E. Renner Road, Richardson, Texas, and Lawrence Anderson, 6980
Chicken, salmon, steak & amp; more
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS THUNDER THIGHS Look for the Sriracha sauce in the Asian section of most
Ex-restaurateur sentenced for peddling pot
The judge said he did not consider 'character letters.' By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
MTV MOVIE AWARDS Taking jabs at other awards shows
'Napoleon' actor proves his 'dynamite' skills by taking home award for best musical performance.