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AMERICAN LEAGUE Struggling Yankees get a win

With the 5-0 victory, Mike Mussina earned his 22nd career shutout. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --


President Bush won't be put on the sidelines

RIGA, Latvia (AP) -- President Bush is used to taking center stage, even when sharing the dais with


WINNING NUMBERS | May 7-13

OHIO Friday 5/13 Night drawings: Pick 3, Pick 4, Rolling Cash 5, Mega Millions, Mega Ball,


SENIOR CITIZENS

1418 RETIREES XThe executive board of 1418 Retirees will meet at 1 p.m. Monday at the Struthers


Today is Sunday, May 8, the 128th day of 2005. There are 237 days left in the year. This is Mother's

Today is Sunday, May 8, the 128th day of 2005. There are 237 days left in the year. This is Mother's


ON CAMPUS Hulea is Villanova captain

Howland's Chuck Scarbrough and Sam Mann have excelled this spring. Brian Hulea, a Canfield


Today is Saturday, May 7, the 127th day of 2005. There are 238 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, May 7, the 127th day of 2005. There are 238 days left in the year. On this date


Ex-'Sopranos' actor nixes plea deal in assault case

Ex-'Sopranos' actor nixes plea deal in assault case NEW YORK -- Time will tell if Big Pussy was


AWARDS LUNCHEON McKelvey thanks officers for their performance

Several elected officials attended the event, including a mayoral hopeful. By PATRICIA MEADE


HOW HE SEES IT Noose is tightening on terror

Opinion: By Sen. JOHN CORNYN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE The noose is tightening around Al-Qaida, and it's our


OPTIMIST TRACK Grayson leaps injury hurdle

The Maplewood senior is far from your typical high school athlete. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR


SCOTT SHALAWAY Predators: the other (unwanted) nest guests

The first of what will surely become many pleas for help arrived this week. A bluebird nest had been


HOW HE SEES IT We need straight talk from our leaders

Opinion: By ERIC PLANEY SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Disconnection. That's the word that comes to mind when


OHIO

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 3-4-9 Pick 4, 5-7-4-6 Rolling Cash 7-10-28-32-36 Super


FRIDAY'S DRAWINGS

OHIO Night drawings: Mega Millions: 7-12-25-50-51 Mega Ball: 19 Pick 3: 6-6-1 Pick 4: 5-3-9-0


STEELERS Cowher focused on taking next step

The Pittsburgh coach has been treating the off-season like midseason. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Don't


HOW SHE SEES IT Anti-gay bills won't dampen Mother's Day

Opinion: By ANGELINE ACAIN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE My 8-year-old daughter is the only student in her class


Custodial parent has power

Q. Two years ago, my husband and I separated after 25 years of marriage. We have a daughter who


SOFTBALL Ursuline wins 2nd SVC title

Maureen Cearfoss won her 14th game of the season. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF


Woman finds a way to deal with her loss

By GAIL WHITE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER WELVE DAYS BEFORE DUSTIN KERYAN, a 21-year-old from


ELLEN GOODMAN What is Mother's Day all about?

Opinion: BOSTON -- I wonder what the founding mothers of Mother's Day would make of it all. Those 19th-


Some have special responsibilities

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER AUSTINTOWN -- Mother's Day is sometimes different when


NASCAR Slip-sliding may lead to colliding

Drivers are complaining about the aging Darlington Raceway track. DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) -- "Loose"


22 killed Saturday in car bombings

Two American contract workers died; Iraqi Cabinet vacancies filled. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Two


HIGHER EDUCATION Westminster will hold ceremony next weekend

The three speakers will receive honorary degrees. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- More than 340 students


JACK WOLLITZ Fisherman's version of Murphy's Law

Murphy's Law applies in so many aspects of our lives that it stands to reason it also gets is fair


Don't let termites have your home for their next meal

For most Americans, a home is their single biggest investment. And with property values being what


AREA GOLF CALENDAR

MAY 14 -- Two-person scramble at Tamer Win Golf Course in Cortland. Tee times begin at 8 a.m. For


AREA BOWLING SCORES

290 GAMES Bellwick: Scott Killian (290) in Jr Optmist 13-18. 700 SETS Bellwick: Mark Trgovac


Suspension reduced for student who took call from mom in Iraq

COLUMBUS, Ga. (AP) -- Faced with stinging public criticism, school officials in this Army base city


BLOOD DRIVES Dates and locations for the week of May 8

MONDAY Blessed Sacrament Church, 3020 Reeves Road N.E., Warren, 1 to 7 p.m. TUESDAY American


SAYING GOODBYE 12 season finales you won't want to miss

Going out with a bang seems to be important to these network shows. By MIKE DUFFY KNIGHT RIDDER


Those three little words

Opinion: The vagaries of the calendar dictated more last minute running around yesterday than might normally


MIKE BRAUN Outdoors lovers should be vigilant

Ya snooze, ya lose. There's no easy, relaxed, downtime when it comes to keeping a bead on your


Honoring Lewis and Clark

ASSOCIATED PRESS WITH THEIR CLOTHES ROTTING off, their bedding soaked and their provisions low,


LOCAL EVENTS

LOCAL EVENTS Dates and sites for remaining 2005 Relay For Life events in the Mahoning Valley:


ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT Kent State and JumpStart establish a partnership

The idea is to provide the impetus for creating thousands of new jobs. KENT -- A partnership is


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BED-AND-BREAKFAST Winery guests sleep yards from tigers

The winery owners hope to attract animal lovers and outdoor enthusiasts with the cats. STE.


Pentagon establishes time line, Web site

SCRIPPS HOWARD WASHINGTON -- The Pentagon has created an official time line and Web site to inform


Hastert's wise concession

Opinion: Chicago Tribune: House Speaker Dennis Hastert displayed the kind of pragmatism on Wednesday that has


TENNIS Henin-Hardenne stretches streak with 16th straight

She will face Nadia Petrova today in the title match. BERLIN (AP) -- Justine Henin-Hardenne took


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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MARK TWAIN Huck's home to tell truth of times

A replica of the house of Tom Blankenship, who inspired Huckleberry Finn, will open this summer.


HOW THEY SEE IT \ The Patriot Act We need it to safeguard our security

Opinion: By PETER HUESSY KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Critics of the Patriot Act have distorted


NEW CASTLE Arts program to focus on Holocaust remembrance

By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Quoting a passage from the Bible's


SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities are as follows: Mondays,

SCOPE Howland Senior Center, 8273 High St. N.E., Warren, activities are as follows: Mondays,


HALL OF FAME

HALL OF FAME The recipients hDr. Robert T. Brodell of Warren will be installed in the American


RELAY FOR LIFE Cancer Society honors doctor

Dr. Robert T. Brodell led Trumbull County to be the No. 1 Relay for Life community in its division.


BLINGING UP BABY How much is enough?

A nursery and crib notes would be helpful. By JEFF TURRENTINE WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON --


JESSICA CROOK DREW RACKOV

JESSICA CROOK DREW RACKOV XAUSTINTOWN -- St. Joseph Church was the setting at 2 p.m. April 16 as


BASEBALL MLB conducts inquiry into Bonds' situation

The most recent controversy centers around Bonds' reliance on his own doctors. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS


HOW HE SEES IT Why so many jobs have wanderlust

Opinion: By KENNETH SWIFT LOS ANGELES TIMES As I watched from his side, Praveen peered intently at his


ANALYSIS Talks could strengthen weakened treaty

The Nuclear Nonproliferation Treaty is the subject of a monthlong conference. By CHARLES J. HANLEY


GROVE CITY Kentucky governor to address graduates

The leader of the nation's largest nonprofit retirement community corporation will speak at


TRACK AND FIELD A need for speed in area league meets

Area athletes will use this week as a tune-up for district competition. This week's conference


TRUMBULL COUNTY Despite failure, group tries to submit petition

Because of staff cuts, the auditor's office was closed when the petition arrived. WARREN --


WINNING NUMBERS | April 30-May 6

OHIO Friday 5/6 Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-9-0 Pick 4, 5-3-9-0 Rolling Cash 5, 10-15-17-20-38


LOTTERY RESULTS SATURDAY'S DRAWINGS

OHIO Day drawings: Pick 3, 4-5-3 Pick 4, 2-6-4-6 Night drawings: Pick 3, 7-8-1 Pick 4,


Children's Olympics set for June 4 at JFK

WARREN -- The YWCA of Warren's 22nd annual Children's Olympics will be June 4 at John F. Kennedy


LPGA Birdies help Sorenstam rebound

The best female golfer trails Cristie Kerr by seven shots. WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Annika


LIFE ON TRACK Women's views on life, marriage change

Fewer people are marrying at all, even those who expected to when they were younger. By ALANA


CATHOLICISM Benedict completes papal takeover

The pope assumed the role of bishop of Rome. LOS ANGELES TIMES ROME -- Pope Benedict XVI


Pa. nervous about closings

State officials fear the War College could be closed or realigned. CARLISLE, Pa. (AP) -- Far from


OHIO OUTDOORS Sportsmen urged to attend rally

COLUMBUS -- Ohio sportsmen are being called to attend a rally at 1 p.m. May 18 in the Statehouse


hOhio gardening book

hOhio gardening book Gardening in Ohio isn't like gardening in Massachusetts or North Carolina or


HIGH SCHOOL TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

BASEBALL DIVISION I Cene Park Sectional Seeds: 1. Fitch. 2. Ashtabula Lakeside. May 3


PREP BASEBALL Oles helps Fitch topple Lake, 7-3

Ursuline defeated former SVC rival Boardman, 5-3. UNIONTOWN -- Alex Oles scattered seven hits and


Boy on scooter is a tin toy worthy of gold

Comic characters have long inspired toys, but sometimes discontinued comic-strip figures are hard to


MARTIN L. KOLISER JR. The day a cop died

APRIL 29 12:15 a.m.: Koliser gets into an argument with Donell J. Rowe outside the Casaloma, a bar


In lieu of gifts, 7-year-old birthday girl requests donations for Relay for Life

Partygoers had their faces painted with purple ribbons, a Cancer Society symbol. By PEGGY


Struthers school levy defeat an eye-opener for the board

Opinion: Of the 12 school levies on Tuesday's primary ballots in Mahoning and Trumbull counties, voters


BIRDING

BIRDING Migration event "Wings Over Mill Creek" is a migration celebration dedicated to one the


On their day, an ode to mothers

Dear Annie: I wrote this in honor of all the women I know, and especially for my mother, whom I love


AREA GOLF SCORES

MEN Jednota Friday (Tanglewood) -- Low gross: Chuck Dubos 37, Barry Andre, Digger Graves 40, Larry


Track stars inspire selves, other aces

Chaney teammates push each other daily. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF AUSTINTOWN --


MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

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CULTURE WARS Mom still knows what's best for the kids

These mothers have a new crusade against pop culture excesses. By LINDA FELDMANN CHRISTIAN


Cop killer commits suicide

The second anniversary of the officer's death was April 29. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME


JENNIFER QUINN DAMON REED

JENNIFER QUINN DAMON REED XWOBURN, Mass. -- Memphis, Tenn., will be the new home of Dr. Damon R.


PGA Garcia birdie streak nets lead

Eight birdies in the first 15 holes helped produce a 6-shot advantage. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --


MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY XLB Circle, an auxiliary to Miriam Chapter 278, OES, will hold a noon luncheon meeting at


BOXING 35 high school bouts scheduled as KO Drugs advances to round 2

YOUNGSTOWN -- The second night of the KO Drugs High School Boxing Tournament will be Tuesday at the


hFamily of beheaded man adjusts in differing ways

hFamily of beheaded man adjusts in differing ways PHILADELPHIA -- Relatives of Nicholas Berg, the


Scrap the act to help defeat terror

Opinion: By JOHN B. QUIGLEY KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Congress is considering what to do


ICE HOCKEY Swedes rally, defeat Canada

The U.S. team plays Sweden while the Canadians play the Finns today. INNSBRUCK, Austria (AP) --


'Z CHANNEL: A MAGNIFICENT OBSESSION' Movie goes behind scenes of defunct channel

The channel showed a variety of films, ranging from westerns to soft-core porn. By DESSON THOMSON


IBL 'Cats hand Dayton 1st loss

Mahoning Valley avenged its only loss of the season, 116-114. STRUTHERS -- The last time the


HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS AT A GLANCE

SATURDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES STRUTHERS 6, CHANEY 5 Chaney20020010--593


Shuluga jubilee marked with vow renewal, reception

XCAMPBELL -- Joseph and Stella Shuluga, 770 Whipple Ave., celebrated 50 years of marriage by


Golden wedding anniversary event for the Ferkos

XAUSTINTOWN -- Donald and Helen Ferko, 580 Notre Dame Ave., celebrated 50 years of marriage April 30


Coria beats Agassi to reach tourney final

Agassi overruled a judge, giving Coria a second chance to play a point. ROME (AP) -- Andre Agassi


TOWNSHIPS Expenses, services up income flat

The township may seek a tax increase next year to pay for rising costs. By DENISE DICK


SHARON SPEEDWAY Stunt show is May 21-22 at Trumbull race track

A Thunder Jet-Powered Jeep and pit bikes will execute moves. HARTFORD -- The "No Footed Can-Can,"


Magazine gives tips on offseason traveling

Magazine gives tips on offseason traveling NEW YORK -- Airfare and hotels are most expensive


May 2 Fish & amp; Game Club of Vienna544 - 1092 Lowellville Rod & amp; Gun

May 2 Fish & amp; Game Club of Vienna544 - 1092 Lowellville Rod & amp; Gun Club531 -


State, local police arrest 62 gamblers

NEWTON FALLS -- State and local law enforcement officials arrested 62 people who were taking part in


Ceremony to include new name

The marble figure facing north on a Civil War monument on Central Square in downtown Youngstown has


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Man killed in car crash

Man killed in car crash YOUNGSTOWN -- One man was killed during a fiery one-vehicle crash around


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals weekdays at 11 locations in


KENTUCKY DERBY Giacomo wins, stuns crowd

The horse returned $102.60 on a $2 win ticket, the second highest in Derby history. LOUISVILLE,


Event to raise funds for Abigail's Home

CHAMPION -- The second annual Champion Ohio Bicycle Route Adventure will be held from 9 a.m. to 2


HOLISTIC HEALTH Shamans depend on spirits

Life-changing events can follow a decision to test the spiritual waters. By L. CROW VINDICATOR


Rain dampens terrorism drill staged at PNC Park

PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Intermittent showers didn't change the plans that Mike Belluomini and three


INFORMATION

INFORMATION If you go Lewis and Clark National and State Historical Parks: www.nps.gov. Fort


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& lt;B & gt;ANGSTADT, & lt;/B & gt;Dwight E., 61, of Warren; calling hours Monday


WARREN SCHOOLS Board again looks for new superintendent

The board of education also approved a two-year teachers contract. WARREN -- It's back to the


TELEVISION Leifer still tries to get the facts straight, but the myths hang on

The friend of Jerry Seinfeld said she was not the inspiration for Elaine. By LISA FERGUSON


GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY XHitchcock Woods members will meet for a salad buffet at 7:30 p.m. Serving as hostess will


KENTUCKY DERBY ROUNDUP | News and notes

Zito's disappointment: The jockeys on trainer Nick Zito's five horses went in with high hopes, but


Amanda Sosnosky, fianc & eacute; planning late-June wedding

XNORTH JACKSON -- William and Gail Sosnosky of North Jackson are announcing the engagement and


PURCHASING SCANDAL Sheriff testifies to grand jury

This was the third time the sheriff has testified. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Early July wedding for Cheryl Traylor, George Cowan III

XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of Cheryl L. Traylor, 110 Kendis Circle, Apt. D,


Agenda Monday

Agenda Monday Austintown Township trustees, 7 p.m., administration building. Boardman Township


Pope Benedicts greets new Swiss Guards

The guards were sworn in Friday. VATICAN CITY (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI greeted 31 new members of


Loving the lilac

Loving the lilac k NOTHING CAPTURES the essence of springtime like a bouquet of lilac blossoms.


Garden events set for Smeltzer- Patterson rite

XATLANTA -- Ms. Joan U. Smeltzer of Atlanta, formerly of Youngstown, is announcing the engagement of


XPOLAND -- George and Nancy Pelic, 400 Riverside Court, are announcing the engagement of their

XPOLAND -- George and Nancy Pelic, 400 Riverside Court, are announcing the engagement of their


Don't house youths in lobby, agency is told

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Space-strapped foster care officials have been ordered to stop housing


SCHEDULE KO Drugs High School Boxing Tournament

Underclass (9-10 grades) Flyweights: Tim Kovalscik (Ursuline) vs. Steve Kostik (Struthers)


HOW SHE SEES IT Mother's Day is filled with memories

Opinion: By MARILYN GARDNER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR For millions of sons and daughters, Sunday will be


COURT Youngstown man enters guilty plea on drug trafficking charge

The South Side man faces a possible two-year prison term. YOUNGSTOWN -- A city man who ran away


BEN FRANKLIN Plans set for 300th birthday party in Philadelphia

Swim fins and bifocals were among the many common items he invented. PHILADELPHIA (AP) --


Robert Blake says he offered $250,000 to settle civil suit

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Actor Robert Blake says he once offered $250,000 to settle a wrongful-death


ARSON Couple faked death with stolen corpse

The wife burned an exhumed body to make police think her husband had died. GEORGETOWN, Texas (AP)


Springfield drops Mineral Ridge to win Inter-County League title

MINERAL RIDGE -- The Springfield High softball team clinched the Inter-County League title,


Robin Hurt to be married in early June

XPOLAND -- Announcement is being made by Raymond and Beth Dunn, 2712 Bendemeer Court, of the


Dear Heloise: Thank you for sharing with us the most private moments you experienced during the

Dear Heloise: Thank you for sharing with us the most private moments you experienced during the


Youngstown mayoral contest demands thoughtful debate

Opinion: In December 2002, community and political leaders and social activists participating in one of the


Pittsburgh couple planning wedding in early July

XCOLUMBUS -- Announcing the engagement of Marci Folk, 414 McKee Place, Pittsburgh, and Gregory


COURTS Judicial nominees labeled, targeted

One judge said the attacks are 'personal,' not politics. WASHINGTON (AP) -- They have been called


YOUNGSTOWN AIR RESERVE STATION DeWine visits base, stresses its value to military, Valley

There is plenty of room for expansion at the Vienna facility, DeWine said. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Mass, brunch mark Haydus' 50th anniversary

XYOUNGSTOWN -- John J. and Joyce D. Haydu of South Bon Air Avenue are being honored today for their


CURRENT PRICES

CURRENT PRICES Around the nation Current prices are recorded from antiques shows, flea markets,


THERESA VENNETTI JOHN CARR

THERESA VENNETTI JOHN CARR XWARREN -- Theresa Vennetti and John Carr, both of 86 Beechwood Drive,


Officials fear fire risks on trail

Authorities say spring rain could wash away their fears. POMPEYS PILLAR NATIONAL MONUMENT, Mont.


Start Social Security reform with a move away from D.C.

Opinion: Start Social Security reform with a move away from D.C. EDITOR: There have been many letters and


ON THE RECORD | What's hot in albums, tapes and discs

'OCEANS APART' The Go-Betweens Yep Roc, sss 1/2 Between 1981 and 1989, Australia's Go-


DANCE Powerful pieces punctuate lovely formal evening

Poetry, music, dance and horticulture find common turf. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


WANT TO KNOW MORE?

WANT TO KNOW MORE? Options for the curious mind. WEBSITES Pathways Foundation for Peace and


Buyers resort to personal touches

Low supplies and high demand have sent housing prices soaring but even experts can't tell when the


Today is Friday, May 6, the 126th day of 2005. There are 239 days left in the year. On this date in

Opinion: Today is Friday, May 6, the 126th day of 2005. There are 239 days left in the year. On this date in


Associated Press

Associated Press MONUMENTAL: Visitors with a school group take photos of Pompeye Pillar National


Moodys' 50th celebrated in April at Mr. Anthony's

XYOUNGSTOWN -- A dinner was held April 23 at Mr. Anthony's in Boardman to celebrate the 50th


Wildcat winners

Wildcat winners kTHE MAHONING VALLEY Wildcats defeated Dayton at home Friday night. PAGE C1


WESTMINSTER Titans hire a helping (Jeff) Hand as coach

The Ellwood City native replaces Jerry Schmitt, who left for Duquesne. NEW WILMINGTON, Pa. -- Jeff


By DAVID SKOLNICK

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Several good military bases employing