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MAY TODAY -- Sponsors Classic two-man best ball (blind draw) at Tamer Win Golf Course in Cortland.

OHIO

OHIO Night drawings: Mega Millions: 21-23-27-33-39 Mega Ball:8 Pick 3, 9-7-7 Pick 4,

HOW SHE SEES IT Gift of gardening blooms year after year

Opinion: By MARILYN GARDNER CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Every spring, when the last patches of snow finally

HELOISE Manual for ferret owners available online

Dear Heloise:I was really happy to see ferrets as a topic. You stated that ferrets are nocturnal,

BRAD GARRETT Back to funny roots

YOUNGSTOWN -- The laughter is just beginning for comedian/actor Brad Garrett. Mere days after the

Sweet repeat

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF POLAND -- Minutes after placing second in the 200-meter

BRAC visits

BRAC visits BRAC members will start visiting bases on Rumsfeld's list May 23, and will have

NASA's vision: First stop, the moon; next up, Mars

The new plan comes in the wake of Columbia exploding, after NASA was criticized for having no

Kings Island resort

Kings Island resort MASON, Ohio -- A $100 million family resort and entertainment complex will be

AROUND THE HORN | Friday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE White Sox 5, Orioles 3 CHICAGO -- Paul Konerko hit a two-run, bases-loaded

Boy, 14, dies after fall from front loader

Boy, 14, dies after fall from front loader YOUNGSTOWN -- Charles Wilhell, 14, of Cherry Hill

Jeffrey Braun, fianc &amp; eacute;e plan fall wedding

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Jeana Marie Braun, 869 Roxbury Ave., is announcing the engagement of her son, Jeffrey

The second-grader and her best friend were stabbed to death last Sunday.

The second-grader and her best friend were stabbed to death last Sunday. WINTHROP HARBOR, Ill.

Official: Principal will be fired

COLUMBUS (AP) -- Columbus schools officials have begun the process of firing a principal accused of

TRANSSEXUALS Center offers haven of support, solace

A health center offers hormones for those wishing to change their sexual identity. CHICAGO (AP) --

HOLISTIC HEALTH What you can't see can make you sick

Some people feel real relief from special cleaning of their air and water. By L. CROW VINDICATOR

ANDRES OPPENHEIMER Summit went far off the track

Opinion: The first-ever South American-Arab summit ended last Wednesday in Brazil with a dubious achievement:

ADVOCACY Nun to resign as director of social center

Sister Clare Marie Beichner began in 1991 and has faced a constant struggle to maintain income.

MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

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TRACK Cassano sets Federal League discus mark

West Branch won both titles at the Northeastern Buckeye Conference meet. NORTH CANTON -- Fitch

KENTUCKY State hopes to attract ATV tourism

A defunct mining industry left miles of roads that attract four-wheeler riders. EVARTS, Ky. (AP)

Spurs making defensive adjustments for Game 4

San Antonio leads the series 2-1, but Seattle won Game 3. SEATTLE (AP) -- Ridnour-to-James? It

DENVER Rockies baseball no longer big deal

The ailing team is hurting businesses around Coors Field. DENVER (AP) -- A Rockies game in Denver

PREP SOFTBALL Canfield, Mooney can't finish what they started

Inclement weather stopped a game in which Canfield led. CANFIELD -- In a way, it was both a

'ADOLESCENT AND FAMILY HEALTH' Study: Teenage virgins more successful later in life

Virgins at age 18 had higher incomes 20 years later than non-virgins. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo. --

Where can you find products to help?

The Center for the New American Dream helps provide people with environmentally safe products. Its

Early fall wedding for Carla Durand, Curtis Touville

XPETERSBURG -- Carla M. Durand, 12767 Youngstown-Pittsburgh Road, daughter of Ada Durand, same

COURT Judge sets bond at $1M for suspect in robbery

Two robbery suspects were arraigned Friday in separate cases. YOUNGSTOWN -- Bond was set at $1

Colantone 50th anniversary party set for tonight

XAUSTINTOWN -- A golden wedding anniversary celebration this evening at Holiday Inn, Boardman, will

IRAQ-SYRIA Forces wrap up offensive

In Baghdad, a top Iraqi official was killed in a drive-by shooting. CHICAGO TRIBUNE AL ASAD AIR

Thinking outside the pot when it comes to designs on planters

WASHINGTON POST Cruise down any residential street and notice how many traditional pots and

GARDEN CLUBS

MONDAY XGarden Gate members will meet at 7 p.m. for a plant exchange. Mary Jane Pavelko will be

SENIOR CITIZENS

55-PLUS LIBERTY XLiberty 55-Plus Club will hold a meeting Thursday at St. Rocco Church hall, 239

Clemens gets 331st career win shutting down the Giants, 4-1

Homers by Lance Berkman and Craig Biggio ended Astros' four-game slump. ASSOCIATED PRESS HOUSTON

SCHEDULE KO Drugs High School Boxing Tournament

Underclass Division (9-10 grades) Flyweights -- Tim Kovalscik (Ursuline) vs. Quinn Thomas

Valley must remain vigilant in preserving reserve base

Opinion: "Good things happen when everyone works together." So said Congressman Tim Ryan as he announced

By PETE MOLLICA

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF N SEPTEMBER, A TORRENTAL rainstorm swept through this

BASEBALL Peralta's homer gives Tribe, 3-2 win over Toronto

It also gave Cleveland its longest winning streak of the year -- three. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The

Boat tours open again

ASSOCIATED PRESS CAPT. GARY ENGLISH POWERED the Maid of the Mist away from its dock and headed

MASONS Scottish Rite officers installed at temple

The ceremony was an event of May 7. YOUNGSTOWN -- New officers of the Masonic Scottish Rite

ACT 72 Pa. taxpayers are eager; schools remain reluctant

Only a few local school districts have elected to take part in the tax reduction plan. Controversy

Open government advocates should keep fighting Cheney

Opinion: As the Republican controlled Congress moves to adopt President Bush's national energy policy --

HOUSING Habitat ready to build its 7th home

The Paulson family should be in its new home early in 2006. SHARON, Pa. -- The dream of

"What message are we sending to the world community when in the same breath we have sought to

Opinion: "What message are we sending to the world community when in the same breath we have sought to

SATURDAY'S DRAWINGS

OHIO Day drawings: Pick 3, 3-4-5 Pick 4, 0-4-2-6 Night drawings: Pick 3, 8-1-2 Pick

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Leaky bladders cut class time

Dear Annie: I would like to respond to "Pee Patrol in Pasadena," whose daughter was not given

TENNIS Poland's Somers-Ruehls achieve top in doubles play

Five Poland players are qualified for district action. BOARDMAN -- Five members of Poland High's

IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO What: "Block 5." Where: The Oakland Center for the Arts, Boardman Street, Youngstown.

LAWRENCE COUNTY Mangino, two others compete for judgeship

The three candidates have cross-filed to run in the primary for both parties. By VIRGINIA ROSS

MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards. This week's standards:

I-80 KILLING Doctor is mourned, missed

Anyone who witnessed the shooting is asked to call (440) 234-2096. SHARON, Pa. -- When Dr. Peter

CURRENT PRICES

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

BASE CLOSURES AND REALIGNMENT Analysts: Extra capacity will help Ohio gain jobs

Wright-Patterson should get medical and research positions from two other states. ASSOCIATED PRESS

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS DALLAS -- For seven years, Dan Foote pondered and tweaked an idea for a

Area rockers headline show

AUSTINTOWN -- A couple of Universal artists will headline at St. Anne's Festival at 8 p.m.

The only real way to learn to put out fires is to actually do it, says Rob Tieche, EMS director for

YSU MEN'S BASKETBALL Kent and Akron on schedule

Non-conference opponents include Marshall, Duquesne and Saint Bonaventure. YOUNGSTOWN -- Jerry

Blancos celebrate 50th anniversary with Mass, lunch

XYOUNGSTOWN -- A morning Mass at St. Matthias Church and luncheon for family and friends at

XThe engagement of Kristi Brown and Keith Sauline, both of 4838 Pine Trace St., Austintown, is being

AMERICAN LEAGUE

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YSU Canfield physician named to board of trustees

The new trustee is a YSU graduate. YOUNGSTOWN -- The governor appointed a Canfield doctor who

Miss Malinowski, fianc &amp; eacute; to be wed in late summer

XAUSTINTOWN -- Joseph T. and Patricia Malinowski, 3380 Johnson Farm Court, are announcing the

Four vie for the spot of district attorney

The candidates pledge to curb illegal drug activity. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County District

Health and safety

Health and safety BOARDMAN -- A Health and Safety Day will be held from 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.

HOW SHE SEES IT Pension problems bubble to surface

Opinion: By ANN McFEATTERS BLOCK NEWS ALLIANCE WASHINGTON -- Oh dear, more bad news on the retirement

MOTHERS OF TWINS Melody Broderick named mother of year

AUSTINTOWN -- The Youngstown Mothers of Twins Club crowned Melody Broderick as their 2005 Mother of

Participants walk in celebration of survival

The Boardman and Warren relays were the tops in the state last year. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

MICHAEL J. LACIVITA Some job -- turning trash to treasure

Opinion: During the Great Depression era, we teens went begging for jobs. Today, even in the summertime, when

Garrett to Powers

Garrett to Powers k BRAD GARRETT, the whacky brother of Raymond on "Everybody Loves Raymond,"

Valley Relays for Life

Valley Relays for Life k RELAY FOR LIFE fund-raisers for the American Cancer Society began Friday

Reebok rules on NFL sidelines

Which is sadder: That the NFL said "no" when rookie 49ers coach Mike Nolan offered to bring a little

Kelly Kiefer is bride-elect of Mr. Massare

XPOLAND -- Paul and Beatrice Kiefer of Poland are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kelly

PGA TOUR O'Hair leader by one

The 22-year-old rookie is at 12-under-par with Todd Hamilton on his heels. IRVING, Texas (AP) --

GEORGE F. WILL Retiree benefits are taking a toll

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Eyes glaze over at the mere mention of entities such as the Pension Benefit Guaranty

Top-ranked Federer gains title matchup with France's Gasquet

Both advanced to the Hamburg Masters final today with title easy semifinal victories. HAMBURG,

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Chip'sCrescent(Grismore)3.403.002.60 I Do It Too(R Fisher

&amp; lt;B &amp; gt;COURSEN, &amp; lt;/B &amp; gt; Robert Alan, 34, of Youngstown;

& lt;B & gt;COURSEN, & lt;/B & gt; Robert Alan, 34, of Youngstown; calling hours

WOMEN'S TRACK Penguins win league crown

YSU has won four straight Horizon League titles. INDIANAPOLIS -- Emily Schnitkey won two events

hGood Housekeeping prints advice book

hGood Housekeeping prints advice book What Mom didn't teach you, "The Complete Household Handbook"

INTOLERANCE COMPLAINTS Pentagon seeks promotion as inquiry is set to start

A preliminary report is due by May 23. AIR FORCE ACADEMY, Colo. (AP) -- The Pentagon said this

SAFE LANDING

By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER Youngstown Air Reserve Station supporters

Family, friends join Girard couple for golden event

XGIRARD -- Alfred C. and Donna J. Rossi were joined by family and friends from as far away as

ON AREA DIAMONDS Youth baseball

TRI T (13-14) West Branch Terry's Tire Town/Mac Trailer 11, Campbell 1 -- Seth Guy paced West

PREAKNESS STAKES Giacomo probably won't be favorite

The Kentucky Derby winner tries for second leg of Triple Crown Saturday. ASSOCIATED PRESS The

WINNING NUMBERS | May 7-13

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

Allison-Jordan wedding to be held in mid-July

XYOUNGSTOWN -- The parents of Alysia Marie Allison, 1112 Bennington Ave., and Michael Leshaun

TRUMBULL COUNTY 100 acres will be preserved on Mosquito Creek

The land, difficult to develop because of the wetlands, will stay in its natural state. HOWLAND --

FATHERHOOD Children need to know who's dad

Mixed messages do no good for the people who most need parents' help. By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL

WILDLIFE Rediscovery of woodpecker sparks debate in Arkansas

Plan is in the works to manage the potential influx of birdwatchers. LITTLE ROCK, Ark. (AP) --

HAPPY 100TH BIRTHDAY Verna May (Pflum) Nock

Born: May 4, 1905, in Butler, Pa. She has resided in Boardman most of her life. Married: William

IN THE CUP

IN THE CUP Area holes in one Ben Lambert of Hubbard scored a hole-in-one at Dogwood Golf Course

BOXING 42 bouts slated for prep fighters

Boardman High has 16 athletes ready to compete. YOUNGSTOWN -- Tuesday's action marks the midway

Mercer games to be June 5-11

MERCER, Pa. -- The 10th Annual Mercer County Senior Games will be held throughout the county June 5

ANOREXIC 'LIFESTYLE' Thinly disguised

A secretive Internet culture pushes hot buttons for those who want to be thin as bones. By JILL

Blood drives

Blood drives Week of May 15 TUESDAY American Red Cross Austintown Donor Center, 57 Westchester

Announcement puts troops southward bound

Southern and Western bases benefited because of their lower costs. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON

Joseph Sheppa, fianc &amp; eacute;e planning fall wedding

XSOLON -- Mark and Christina Sheppa, 5481 Banbury Drive, formerly of Austintown, are announcing the

NATION Several states trying new ways to further consolidate services

Many of Ohio's 88 counties are trying to come up with ways to ease proposed cuts in state money.

MASONIC GROUPS

WEDNESDAY XSunrise Chapter 458, OES, will hold its annual inspection at 7:30 p.m. at the Girard

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

LATE FRIDAY BOXSCORES

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Treatments advance, but cure still elusive

Science marches on, but cellulite remains. By MICHAEL PRECKER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS DALLAS

ALLEGHENY COUNTY

The student said she addressed election materials to fulfill a sentence for underage drinking.

Sorenstam's lead grows to 10 at Chick-fil-A

Her 60th tour victory is all but assured. STOCKBRIDGE, Ga. (AP) -- Annika Sorenstam muttered

WASHINGTON STATE Staying healthy can help cut insurance costs

In King County, county workers who exercise and have healthful diets pay less for health care.

PREP TRACK AND FIELD Area teams spread out over 8 district sites

Fitch hosts 17 Division I teams, while nine area teams compete at Salem. Area athletes begin their

Schwabs' 50th celebrated at dinner reception

XSTRUTHERS -- Mr. and Mrs. William L. Schwab of Struthers celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary

ITALIAN OPEN Sharapova fails again, losing in semifinals to Patty Schnyder

She could have taken over No. 1 in rankings with a win. ROME (AP) -- Maria Sharapova failed once

2005-06 SCHEDULE | YSU men's basketball

Sat., Nov. 19 -- at Saint Francis (Pa.) Wed., Nov. 23 -- Slippery Rock Sat., Nov. 26 -- at Akron

The honorees received recognition for their contributions to communications and the community.

Tragedy and triumph vie for the upper hand during this tale from a real concentration camp.

Tragedy and triumph vie for the upper hand during this tale from a real concentration camp. By

Reception planned as celebration of Klingers' 50th

XCHAMPION -- The 50th wedding anniversary of Elmer "Russ" and Margaret Klinger of Champion will be

HUMAN RIGHTS ABUSES Youths demand that violators be punished

The commission is similar to one set up to look at apartheid brutality. AL HOCEIMA, Morocco (AP)

Symphony chorus concert

Symphony chorus concert YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Symphony Chorus Concert "For the Masses" will be

NATURE Day of activities to honor beauty, history of creek

Events include a re-enactment of a turn-of-the-century coal miner's life. SLIPPERY ROCK, Pa. --

Why man died from Taser shot still unknown

Vernon Young had served time for robbery, domestic violence and assault. BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) -- A

55 mph limit would save a million gallons of oil per day

Opinion: 55 mph limit would save a million gallons of oil per day EDITOR: Much is said and printed

NARCOLEPSY Severely craving ZZZs? It may not be laziness

By WAYNE WORCESTER ASSOCIATED PRESS I've never had trouble falling asleep. I have dozed off on

AREA GOLF SCORES

MEN Struthers AC (Rolling Hills) -- Low gross: Ken Philibin 41; Low net: John Luklan 35. Argus

HOW SHE SEES IT Kids lack basic financial education

Opinion: By LESLIE PARRISH CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON -- The new bankruptcy reform law that

ROUNDUP | News and notes

Safer racing: Team owner Sam Schmidt watched this week's accidents at Indianapolis with some

Canadians, Czechs advance to world gold medal game

The Russians rallied from a 4-0 deficit to scare Canada. VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- Canada nearly

CAL THOMAS Real journalism being eaten up by The Blog

Opinion: The Huffington Post, an Internet blog that debuted May 9 after a campaign that would have delighted

VOTER REGISTRATION Local official revamps databases

The local director is a top official at a U.S. election commission. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

MAHONING COUNTY

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

REED BINGHAM Georgia park treats tortoises like kings

Park workers gather the eggs so they can hatch in a nonthreatening environment. ADEL, Ga. (AP) --

SCOUTS

SCOUTS Sophomore receives highest Girl Scout award Brooke Ashley Williams is a recent recipient

Engagement told for Miss Weimer, Mr. Van Hoosen

XHUBBARD -- Announcement is being made by William and Barbara Weimer, 483 Simler St., of the

INDY 500 Patrick's pole dreams on hold after rain delay

She's trying to become the first female driver in the premiere position. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --

It's Miller time: Pacers veteran topples Detroit

Indiana took a 2-1 lead in the best-of-seven series. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Reggie Miller is still

BASE CLOSINGS Shifting of jobs: south and west

Closing two New England bases and smaller facilities will mean 30,000 jobs lost. WASHINGTON (AP)

PREP TOURNAMENT BRACKETS

BASEBALL DIVISION I STRUTHERS SECTIONAL Seeds: 1. Fitch. 2. Ashtabula Lakeside. May 3

Fair vs. equal treatment

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Carolyn Straub of Omaha, Nebraska, writes to ask that I explain the difference

Trained and ready for business

The future baby sitters learned what to do if a child gets stung or has trouble breathing. By

SENIOR OLYMPICS Pittsburgh still needs volunteers

More than 10,000 athletes age 50 and older will compete in June. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- For the Senior

The defense secretary recommends the local base add 142 employees.

The defense secretary recommends the local base add 142 employees. VIENNA -- The Youngstown Air

ANA'S CREED

ANA'S CREED UI believe in control, the only force mighty enough to bring order to the chaos that

JOBS Ohio loses to Miss. for new NASA center

Rep. Dennis Kucinich said Ohio should have been chosen because its economy could use a boost.

MILITANT GROUP MOVE marks anniversary of police bombing in Philly

Eleven people were killed and 61 homes destroyed 20 years ago. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Under the

Post-Civil War glassware more opulent

In the 1860s, after the Civil War ended, styles reflected the new emotions of the country.

TREND Baby boomers break the rules, let their hair down

They're not conforming to the little old lady with the permanent and short hair. NEWSDAY

Today is Sunday, May 15, the 135th day of 2005. There are 230 days left in the year. On this date in

NASCAR Mistakes are costly in short track racing

Jimmy Johnson found out early on in Saturday's Chevrolet 400 race. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Greg

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

'FAIR & amp; SQUARE' John Prine Oh Boy, sss "Fair & amp; Square" is John Prine's

OHIO STATE BASKETBALL Wendy's founder is brought into scandal

Kathleen Salyers says Dave Thomas offered cash to a Buckeye player. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A woman who

As economy grows, Israel's poverty spreads

The developments have some longing for the days of egalitarian ethos. JERUSALEM (AP) -- The

Man to be sentenced for aggravated robbery

Man to be sentenced for aggravated robbery WARREN -- A 44-year-old Youngstown man has been

PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

FRIDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL REGULAR SEASON JACKSON 7, BOARDMAN 6 Boardman0100014--682

ON CAMPUS Nemergut earns honor from PSAC

New Middletown's Taryn Dobson finished her softball career at Marietta. For the third straight

Today is Saturday, May 14, the 134th day of 2005. There are 231 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Saturday, May 14, the 134th day of 2005. There are 231 days left in the year. On this date

PREP TRACK Hickory's Pissini wins two golds at Mercer County Championship

Kennedy Catholic's Deirdre Reimold had her best time in the 300 hurdles. HERMITAGE, Pa. --

PREP BASEBALL South Range clinches ICL title

Hubbard defeated LaBrae to set up a TAC showdown with Champion Monday. NORTH LIMA -- The South

MORRIS AND JAMES CAREY \ On the House Seeking out help is a good method for getting permit

One of the ways we are able to keep our hands on the heartbeat of the remodeling industry is through

Clothing line for will.i.am

Clothing line for will.i.am LOS ANGELES -- will.i.am, of Black Eyed Peas fame, now has his own

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