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MOVIE REVIEW | 'House of D' Directorial debut full of nostalgia
Duchovny's coming-of-age movie wanders all over the place. By ROGER MOORE KNIGHT RIDDER
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 12, Royals 9 TORONTO -- The Kansas City Royals were no better with a
Strickland's bid for governor will turn spotlight on Valley
Opinion: Area Congressman Ted Strickland's decision to enter next year's race for governor means the Mahoning
May 9 FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF VIENNA560 - 1652 LOWELLVILLE ROD & amp; GUN
May 9 FISH & amp; GAME CLUB OF VIENNA560 - 1652 LOWELLVILLE ROD & amp; GUN CLUB560 - 1652
SAN FRANCISCO Pirates come home after success out west
The Buccos are returning to PNC Park after posting a 7-3 road trip. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Most
HOW SHE SEES IT Keep the security, hold the attitude
Opinion: By MOLLY SELVIN LOS ANGELES TIMES Recently in Washington, D.C., I met our nation's enemies --
Woman, 70, survives fall from 9-story tower
Woman, 70, survives fall from 9-story tower FORT LAUDERDALE, Fla. -- A 70-year-old woman survived
SPRINGFIELD TWP. Employees' phone use scrutinized
Trustees would not identify the two employees. NEW SPRINGFIELD -- Springfield Township trustees
Renee Lisac and William Sarisky to wed in Mexico
XAnnouncement is being made of the engagement of Renee Lynn Lisac and William Paul Sarisky III, both
Three sports bookmakers get probation
YOUNGSTOWN -- Three sports bookmakers with ties to LaVilla Sports Bar & amp; Grille in
REGION Ceremony honors fallen police officers
About 20 police departments sent cruisers for a procession. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR CRIME
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
WEDNESDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 9, ANGELS 3 CLEVELANDLOS ANGELES abrhbiabrhbi
HOW HE SEES IT What's in a cork? Not much, really
Opinion: By TRUMAN TAYLOR PROVIDENCE JOURNAL We've all heard the doomsday predictions about how we're
MAYORAL CAMPAIGN Hagan's e-mails not well received
The failed candidates said they didn't know about the event to show unity. By DAVID SKOLNICK
COURT Judge sentences man on forgery and theft charges
The defendant asked to be placed in a drug-treatment program. The judge said no. YOUNGSTOWN -- A
Beaver trustees secure pact for road work
NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township trustees have contracted with the Shelly Co. for $83,104 to resurface
Patricia Metzler to be June bride of Lou Champney
XBOARDMAN -- Patricia Metzler of Boardman, daughter of David and Jane Metzler, North Jackson, and
Recycling committee spotlights used tires
AUSTINTOWN -- Mahoning County's Materials Recovery Facility Committee has decided to focus its
Bulldogs turn back Girard to advance
Lou Coppola went the distance to earn the victory for Poland. POLAND -- With its offense firing on
Today is Thursday, May 12, the 132nd day of 2005. There are 233 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Thursday, May 12, the 132nd day of 2005. There are 233 days left in the year. On this date
TOWNSHIP GOVERNMENT Official: Residential construction up over 2004
Howland is down in commercial, institutional and industrial growth. By PEGGY SINKOVICH
Betty Lockhart, Mr. Fleps to wed in Las Vegas
XThe parents of Betty Louise Lockhart, 1657 E. Midlothian Blvd., Youngstown, and Shawn Michael
An objective of 'Star Wars'
An objective of 'Star Wars' k'STAR WARS' creator George Lucas says "Episode III -- Revenge of the
The Star Wars creator and his stellar crew spent much of last year at Tech House, bidding Darth
The Star Wars creator and his stellar crew spent much of last year at Tech House, bidding Darth
HOW HE SEES IT A 'golden age' of childhood?
Opinion: By STEVEN MINTZ CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR HOUSTON -- Many of America's 78 million baby boomers
UNDERCLASS DIVISION
UNDERCLASS DIVISION (9th and 10th Grades) 1--Flyweights: Tim Kovalscik (Ursuline) decision over
THE LUCAS FILE
THE LUCAS FILE Name: George Walton Lucas Jr. Birthdate: May 14, 1944, in Modesto, Calif.
ALASKA 2 from Negley die in accident on Mt. McKinley
ANCHORAGE, Alaska (AP) -- Twin brothers died in a fall on North America's highest mountain after
GEORGIE ANNE GEYER England becomes military's scapegoat
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- For the last couple of weeks, I have not been able to take my eyes off the emotionless
TRUMBULL COUNTY Jury convicts doctor of 86 of 106 charges
The chiropractor could get up to 10 years in prison. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
The Youngstown Playhouse kicks off its run of "Smokey Joe's Cafe" at 8 p.m. If you like old-time rock and soul music, this show ought to have lots of appeal. (330) 788-8739.
The Youngstown Playhouse kicks off its run of "Smokey Joe's Cafe" at 8 p.m. If you like old-time
Riot erupts after desecration of the Quran
LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY KABUL, Afghanistan -- The eastern city of Jalalabad erupted Wednesday in the
WINNING NUMBERS | May 7-13
OHIO Friday 5/13 Night drawings: Pick 3, Pick 4, Rolling Cash 5, Mega Millions, Mega Ball,
FIREFIGHTERS Trainees to practice at planned building fire
The center has offered firefighter training for more than 15 years. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
This month's Steel Valley Nationals will be dedicated to U.S. military
Budget constraints are forcing changes in law enforcement for the event. CANFIELD -- The Steel
MLB Selig: Tougher rules bolster integrity
The baseball commissioner said he thought the previous rules were working. NEW YORK (AP) --
At least 69 die in bombings in three cities
Marines said they believe many foreigners are among the insurgents. CHICAGO TRIBUNE BAGHDAD,
Weathersfield zoning panel OKs new regulations
MINERAL RIDGE -- The Weathersfield Township Zoning Commission passed new regulations Wednesday on
Raiders, Rams rule ICL
Mineral Ridge freshman Nicole Honsaker won four events. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
COURT OF APPEALS Man's sentence is canceled
The sentences were handed down more than a year ago. YOUNGSTOWN -- The 7th District Court of
RECYCLING Board gets $455,624 to inspect landfills
The Green Team also wants to use TV ads to increase recycling efforts. YOUNGSTOWN -- The policy
Heather Snitzer to be July bride of Kevin Sedlacek
XMarie and Bill Martin of Austintown and Edward Snitzer of North Jackson are announcing the
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
WEDNESDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL AREA SCORES TOURNAMENT DIVISION I Boardman 4, Ashtabula
MOVIE REVIEW New Fonda, Lopez flick a monster disappointment
A poor script and little help from the supporting cast make this movie a dud. By ROGER MOORE
Long bond: Deeper in debt
Opinion: St. Louis Post-Dispatch: The Treasury Department is thinking about issuing 30-year bonds again. We
BASEBALL Boardman topples Ashtabula Lakeside
Canfield and Salem advanced to district tournament games. ASHTABULA -- Kevin Sikora (3-4)
BUHL PARK $4.1M fund-raiser for renovations nears goal swiftly
Frank and Julia Buhl donated the park in 1914. HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A $4.1 million capital fund-
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Abu Ghraib officer fined, reprimanded
The colonel still could be relieved of his command. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON -- The Army
CAL THOMAS Screening equipment fails to do the job
Opinion: Three years and eight months after the terrorist attacks that changed our lives and after spending
K.O DRUGS TOURNAMENT Fitch boxers win all 6 of their bouts
One fight was stopped 25 seconds into the first round. YOUNGSTOWN -- Austintown Fitch fighters
DIVISION II BASEBALL Howland routs Lakeview, 12-2
The Tigers advance to meet top-seeded Canfield in next week's district play. HOWLAND -- The
MINERAL RIDGE/MATHEWS SOFTBALL Solid play leads to shutout win
Rams pitcher Kaili Gehring dominated on the mound and hit .750 in the game. MINERAL RIDGE -- The
YSU SOFTBALL Penguins battle UIC in Horizon tourney
Youngstown State is the No. 8 seed facing the top-seeded Flames. GREEN BAY, Wis. -- The Youngstown
Culkin testifies singer never molested him
Employees at Neverland Ranch said they saw the King of Pop improperly touch the young actor. LOS
DIV. II BASEBALL Niles topples Chaney for title
The Red Dragons posted an 11-3 win to advance to district play next week. By PETE MOLLICA
WINSLOW Injured Browns TE starts rehab
Cleveland's tight end left the hospital unable to put pressure on his right leg. BEREA (AP) -- Ten
NRA Columbus chosen for convention
A spokesman said the city was chosen due to its convention center and lodging options. COLUMBUS
STRIP-SEARCHES Chief: Reopen Internal Affairs case
The investigation should be completed in about two weeks. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
INDIANS LATE TUESDAY Angels end three-game skid against Tribe
Garret Anderson and Josh Paul each hit two-run homers in the 5-4 victory. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP) --
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY New cases Latosha Greene vs Kiesha Jenkins; stalking. Wells Fargo Financial
Pacers show signs of life
Indiana beat Detroit to even the series 1-1. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) -- The NBA's most resilient
Performance classes
Performance classes YOUNGSTOWN -- Maureen Colleens of Easy Street Productions will offer three
Food drive planned locally and nationally
Food drive planned locally and nationally YOUNGSTOWN -- The National Association of Letter
GRAEDONS | People's Herbal Pharmacy Put Vicks VapoRub on feet to soothe night coughing
Q. I have allergies that result in postnasal drainage. As a result, I find I cough all night long
SOFTBALL Poland tops Tigers to clinch share of 19th-straight title
Canfield can tie the Bulldogs with a win over Howland next week. POLAND -- Freshman Allie Patton
WEATHERSFIELD Officials quiet about line woes
MINERAL RIDGE -- Weathersfield Township trustees are now saying "mum" is the word on the problems
HELOISE Dryer sheets clean hardwood floors
Dear Heloise: Thank you and your mother for all the great, helpful hints through the years. I am
ROCK SNOBS Book reveals rock's arcane side
The authors' mean streak shows through. By SPENCER RUMSEY LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY You may consider
YSU Three men to receive honorary degrees
YOUNGSTOWN -- Three men with long-standing ties to Youngstown State University will receive honorary
PENSIONS United woes highlight larger issue
Some worry other companies or industries might follow suit. NEW YORK (AP) -- On the morning after