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Browne, Mediate share top spot
Tiger Woods shot even par and trails by three strokes. PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) -- Olin Browne
MURDER TRIAL Former Klansman hospitalized during opening day of testimony
The trial went into recess until he is able to attend. PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (AP) -- An 80-year-old
Shortage of nurses inspires school overseas
An international nursing school opened in St. Kitts. BASSETERRE, St. Kitts (AP) -- People like
HOW HE SEES IT Energy lobby flexes muscle in Washington
Opinion: By JOHN HALL MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- In her book describing her lonely struggle
OLYMPICS Cities get last shot in Ghana
The will be the final Olympic gathering before the July 6 vote. LONDON (AP) -- The race for the
Former Klansman hospitalized during opening day of testimony
The trial went into recess until he is able to attend. PHILADELPHIA, Miss. (AP) -- An 80-year-old
MTV Warehouse setting alters 'World' view
Interior designer Joel Mozersky transformed an old building into a luxury house for Season 16. By
Trumbull topples Mahoning 23-6
Warren Harding's Jon Richardson earned MVP honors for Trumbull. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
THOMAS SOWELL Tariffs didn't work then, won't work now
Opinion: Only a few economic historians are likely to notice that June 17 marks the 75th anniversary of the
MEXICO Farmers make a profit on edible pests
Bugs are a regular part of the diet in many Mexican towns. MEXICO CITY (AP) -- Like many people in
NEXTEL CUP Schedule
Feb. 20 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jeff Gordon) Feb. 27 -- Auto Club 500, Fontana, Calif.
Extra traffic law enforcement continues in residential areas
The traffic program runs through the summer. BOARDMAN -- The township police department's
Body discovered by dog identified as missing man
Sheasby's death was ruled a homicide. MOUNT VERNON, Ohio (AP) -- Jonathan Sheasby's parents say
Cities get last shot in Ghana
The will be the final Olympic gathering before the July 6 vote. LONDON (AP) -- The race for the
U.S. OPEN GOLF Browne, Mediate share top spot
Tiger Woods shot even par and trails by three strokes. PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) -- Olin Browne
Top seed Tulane ready for big boys
The Green Wave is favored to win its first national title. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Tulane is ready to
REGION
REGION Injuries in the workplace lowest in Pa. since 2000 HARRISBURG -- The number of workplace
Bond stays at $50K for 'person of interest'
The man is accused of selling cocaine the day the doctor was killed. BEAVER, Pa. (AP) -- A judge
Anxiety builds for an exit strategy
Four legislators have introduced a resolution calling for withdrawal. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
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COIN INVESTMENT Workers' comp bureau won't rebate employer premiums
The bureau doesn't give rebates when the balance is less than $500 million. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Andy Chroback's complete game helps guide Wharmby past Mink
STRUTHERS -- Andy Chrobak (3-1) pitched a complete game as he scattered six hits and struck out six
Tax credits possible sfor Ohio-made flicks
The incentives are welcomed by a film official in Northeast Ohio. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR
PENNSYLVANIA Question unanswered about slots distributors
Pa. Gaming Control Board members postponed voting on distributor regulations for a second time.
College World Series
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES AT A GLANCE At Rosenblatt Stadium Omaha, Neb. Double Elimination
'DELETE!' Artists cover ads, create discourse
For two weeks, all of the ads on a popular shopping street in Vienna have been covered by yellow
Background checks delay appointments
Commissioners want to speed up the appointment process. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
NEW YORK-PENN LEAGUE Scrappers opener Tuesday
The defending league champions will play an exhibition game Sunday. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
THE MUNCHING MASTER OF MAZES
By MATT SLAGLE ASSOCIATED PRESS For a video game, Pac-Man is getting downright old. The ghost-
Neither vulnerable. South deals.
Neither vulnerable. South deals. NORTH x -9 8 u -K 8 6 5 v -K J 5 4 w -4 3 2 WEST EAST
Family denies drug abuse as reason for QB's problem
The suspended Florida State quarterback is in a hospital. THE ORLANDO SENTINEL TALLAHASSEE, Fla.
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS XWilliam Penn Association Branch 28 of Youngstown will meet at 6:30 p.m. Monday at
Contractor to repave street at no cost to city
Another project aims to make a West Main Street intersection less confusing. By DENISE DICK
Krista Tomak Richard Lane
KRISTA TOMAK RICHARD LANE XLiving in Charleston, S.C., after a honeymoon in the Bahamas are
Pakistan's action against rape victim is revealing
Opinion: Let there be no doubt that had the Bush administration not condemned the government of Pakistan for
Environmentalists to appeal mining decision
COLUMBUS (AP) -- An environmental group will appeal a decision allowing coal mining underneath one
Question unanswered about slots distributors
Pa. Gaming Control Board members postponed voting on distributor regulations for a second time.
Player-owner talks will resume today
The two sides haven't met since June 1. ASSOCIATED PRESS Billy Hunter had promised to make one
Wimbledon Draw
WIMBLEDON DRAW At The All England Lawn Tennis & amp; Croquet Club Wimbledon, England June
Lawmakers argue plans to consolidate facilities
A Pentagon proposal would cut more than 1,000 jobs in Cleveland. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Lawmakers
Witnesses say they saw man beat, shoot woman
YOUNGSTOWN -- Three witnesses watched Sharon May being pistol-whipped but didn't call 911 until the
LEADERBOARD First round
Olin Browne35-32--67-3 Rocco Mediate34-33--67-3 Retief Goosen34-34--68-2 Lee Westwood35-33--68-2
A multiple miracle at Women and Infants Pavilion
Forum Health's Women and Infants Pavilion delivers its first set of triplets. By AMBER HYLAND
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Girard and Liberty: GIRARD May 14 Auto theft: A man
2005 SCHEDULE \ Mahoning Valley Scrappers
JUNE Tues. 21 -- Jamestown, 7:05 p.m. Wed. 22 -- Jamestown, 7:05 p.m. Thur. 23 -- Jamestown, 7:05
WIMBLEDON DRAW Roddick faces tougher road
Roger Federer has the easier path to get to the finals. WIMBLEDON, England (AP) -- To get to the
Man indicted after stopping by police chief's home
WARREN -- A 38-year-old man who showed up unannounced at the Howland police chief's house last month
Two faces of Gemini
Two faces of Gemini kGEMINI, a kitten with two faces, was born earlier this week in Glide, Ore. It
IRAQ 5 Marines, sailor killed
U.S. officials said they arrested a major Al-Qaida player in Mosul. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS
Officials consider partnership effort
The 'pooling' arrangements for loans could save municipalities money. By VIRGINIA ROSS
Dealing with a husband's crude public comments
Dear Annie: My husband of 56 years has several health problems, and he is under the care of
Katie Brown Kipp Tiger
KATIE BROWN KIPP TIGER XCLIFTON -- The marriage of Katie Joy Brown, daughter of Paul and Judy
Dann: Why did Petro wait to investigate?
The state senator accuses the attorney general of diverting attention from his failures. By DAVID
Hot spots for pot: Boston and Boulder
The two cities' large 20-something populations might be to blame, an expert says. WASHINGTON (AP)
Local dancer to join kick line
The local dancer did so well, she was offered a trip to New York. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR
GUNMEN BURST INTO SCHOOL; 3-YEAR OLD BOY KILLED
Gunmen burst into school; 3-year old boy killed SIEM REAP, Cambodia -- Masked gunmen burst into an
Internal affairs clears Warren police officers
The probe centered on four arrests made after a break-in March 2. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A county grand jury indicted these people Thursday: Justin J. Jones, 19, Clearmont Avenue,
Moderate quake hits Southern California
No serious injuries have been reported. YUCAIPA, Calif. (AP) -- A moderate earthquake shook most
Sowell goes too far when he suggests pre-emptive war
Opinion: Sowell goes too far when he suggests pre-emptive war EDITOR: I couldn't believe what I read in
Suspect reveals girl was struck by van, buried
The girl vanished in February 1999. DAYTON (AP) -- A man accused of disposing of the body of a 9
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Dramatic Run (Spieth)9.404.803.00 Brents Mercer
By DICK BRINSTER
By DICK BRINSTER ASSOCIATED PRESS Kasey Kahne is especially popular among female race fans.
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage applications Angel L. Santana, 29, of 124 N. Forest, Youngstown, and
DR. Angeline Lim Dr. Ronald Jou
DR. ANGELINE LIM DR. RONALD JOU XSAN FRANCISCO -- Harbor Village was the setting May 14 for the
McClanahan aims to stop transfer of four elephants
McClanahan aims to stop transfer of four elephants OKLAHOMA CITY -- Former "Golden Girls" actress
Irvan's life changed at Michigan track
Two devastating crashes at Michigan International Speedway forced him to retire. ASSOCIATED PRESS
No action taken to disband data board
A Boardman company will help update the county's Web site. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County
Kristin Rizer John Gocala Jr.
KRISTIN RIZER JOHN GOCALA JR. XYOUNGSTOWN -- St. Matthias Church was the setting May 7 as
GOVERNMENT Forest Service ending some recreation fees
The fee cuts were most dramatic for parks in the Pacific Northwest. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Forest
CATHOLIC CHURCH Promise to protect children to remain
Many bishops want the discipline policy to bar even first-time offending clergy for good. CHICAGO
Warehouse setting alters 'World' view
Interior designer Joel Mozersky transformed an old building into a luxury house for Season 16. By
Man charged with theft
Man charged with theft BOARDMAN -- An Akron man was charged with two counts of theft after trying
U.S. OPEN ROUNDUP \ News and notes
Toms satisfied: David Toms got very little out of his game Thursday. Right now, he would take three
MOONDA SLAYING Bond stays at $50K for 'person of interest'
The man is accused of selling cocaine the day the doctor was killed. BEAVER, Pa. (AP) -- A judge
Big benefits
Big benefits Benefit Cosmetics is not new to giving cash for a good cause. The cause of choice
Promise to protect children to remain
Many bishops want the discipline policy to bar even first-time offending clergy for good. CHICAGO
What kind of world will we leave our children?
Opinion: By VICTOR LANDA HISPANIC LINK NEWS SERVICE When I began writing columns many years ago, my
Vinegar is the cure-all for your odor troubles
Dear Heloise: When bringing home groceries one hot summer day, the milk leaked a little bit. The
MINOR LEAGUE FOOTBALL Ohio Red Bulls in opener Saturday
The new team will play its home games at John Knapick Field in Campbell. CAMPBELL -- The Ohio Red
CRIME Car dealer accused of writing bad checks
The man sent the checks to 13 other states, police say. ST. MARYS, W.Va. (AP) -- The owner of a
BROOKLYN, MICH. Irvan's life changed at Michigan track
Two devastating crashes at Michigan International Speedway forced him to retire. ASSOCIATED PRESS
RACING ROUNDUP | News and notes
Promotion: NASCAR and the All-American Soap Box Derby have teamed up to launch the first national
Ohio's worst mass murderer denied parole on his second try
COLUMBUS (AP) -- The man who committed the worst mass killing in Ohio history when he gunned down 11
Today is Friday, June 17, the 168th day of 2005. There are 197 days left in the year. On this date in 1775, the Revolutionary War Battle of Bunker Hill takes place near Boston. The battle, which
Today is Friday, June 17, the 168th day of 2005. There are 197 days left in the year. On this date
Mediate is pain free and in the Open lead
The 42-year-old has overcome chronic back problems. PINEHURST, N.C. (AP) -- Rocco Mediate insisted
COLLEGE WORLD SERIES Top seed Tulane ready for big boys
The Green Wave is favored to win its first national title. OMAHA, Neb. (AP) -- Tulane is ready to
Suicide bombings are of our making
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- We have entered a new phase of the Iraq war since the optimism following the Jan. 30
Tribe streaks to sixth straight
Kevin Millwood finally got his 100th career victory in a 2-1 win over Colorado. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Trial postponed in East Side killing
The defendant's first lawyer was permitted to withdraw as defense counsel. YOUNGSTOWN -- The trial
Judge is selected for open position
The incoming judge has never run for public office. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER