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College just isn't what it used to be

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Nearing the end of a decade paying enough college tuition to own one, my interest in

AROUND THE HORN Friday's other games

INTERLEAGUE White Sox 5, Cubs 1 CHICAGO -- Freddy Garcia outpitched Greg Maddux, and Joe Crede

'AMAZING RACE' Adventurous couple to say 'I do'

Members of the cast are expected in downtown Youngstown for the wedding today. LIBERTY -- They

EMMY AWARDS Daytime's top stars come out at night

Ellen DeGeneres, whose show won five Emmys this year, likened her job to that of a bartender. NEW

RETIREMENT Benefits for boomers decrease

Many workers have been promised more than the economy can afford. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Rocker, country girl set for 'American Idol' finale

Rocker, country girl set for 'American Idol' finale NEW YORK -- And then there were two. Vonzell

We are family: Warren JFK girls claim district title

By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF CORTLAND -- One is a freshman, the other wants to act like

Pilot delivers people and the good news by air

Taking risks for his faith makes this pilot's job a daily adventure. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Local standouts lead Hiram baseball run

The Terriers fell a game short of playing for the conference title. HIRAM -- Dante DeLisio, Jeff

Mooney's quick start leads to win

The Cardinals defeated Springfield in the Division III district final. STRUTHERS -- The tone for

INFORMATION 'Right to know' can be a slow process

An AP study shows that public records can be difficult to get a hold of. HARRISBURG (AP) -- Many

Supervisors decide to advertise new ordinance

A private company may be OK'd by the township to do building code inspections. NEW CASTLE, Pa. --

State unveils historical landmark to mark site of Beach Boys' home

Brian Wilson sang some of the band's signature tunes at the ceremony Friday night. HAWTHORNE,

Coroner elected director of state group

Coroner elected director of state group YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County Coroner David M. Kennedy has

Cachet Murray wins 3 events; Lakeview claims girls title

Liberty's Marcellus Bowman won three events as the Leopards placed third. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT

AREA GOLF SCORES

MEN Sam Camens Seniors (Mahoning) -- Low gross: (Nationals) Ed Yatsco 37, Mike Yurco 40, R. Davis

Investment company files suit against heat provider

YOUNGSTOWN -- A North Lima investment company has sued the minority owner of a business that

HOLISTIC HEALTH Learning about breast health is best defense

Surprisingly simple techniques can lower a woman's risk of breast cancer. By L. CROW VINDICATOR

TWINS M &amp; amp;M boys are living large in Minnesota

Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau are key members of the Twins' offense. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Though

DAWN THOMAE JOSEPH KIRALY

DAWN THOMAE JOSEPH KIRALY XBOARDMAN -- The wedding of Dawn Marie Thomae, daughter of Roberta

Officer not indicted in nightclub shooting

Officer took one life to end the killing spree at a Damageplan concert. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The

U.S. bases in Iraq

Opinion: Providence Journal: The United States seems to be building permanent bases in Iraq, thus leading to

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Oustanding animals to be honored

COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Veterinary Medical Association will honor Ohio's Outstanding Animals to

Struthers 4x100 relay sets record

The Wildcats and Alliance have a nice rivalry brewing. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF

Horse show held at Canfield Fairgrounds in June

CANFIELD -- The Northern Ohio QHA Summer Circuit, an American Quarter Horse Association-approved

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With DNA system's help, arrest made in '97 rape

The FBI system allows agencies to share DNA profiles electronically. By PEGGY SINKOVICH

NBA PLAYOFFS Nash leads way as Suns finish Dallas

He scored 39 points and made two key 3-pointers late in the game. DALLAS (AP) -- With Steve Nash

SOCIETY OF HONORS Seniors who built the Valley to be honored at June luncheon

Miss Ohio will be on hand to assist at the event. NILES -- Fifteen outstanding senior citizens in

GARDEN FORUM Activities planned

Call Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, or Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, for reservations or

Bishop Tobin accepts retirement, makes shifts in diocesan positions

YOUNGSTOWN -- Bishop Thomas J. Tobin has accepted the retirement of one pastor, appointed a parish

Lots of llamas at Campbell school

Lots of llamas at Campbell school kPUPILS at Campbell Elementary School got up close and personal

3 residents say they were victims of identity theft

Services were obtained with Social Security numbers, reports show. YOUNGSTOWN -- Three city

ORDINATION TO BE CELEBRATED

Ordination to be celebrated YOUNGSTOWN -- The Diocese of Youngstown, for the first time in two

Brunch celebrates Dunleas' 50th year

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Dr. Fred and Rita Dunlea, 3298 Kingston Lane, were honored during a brunch May 21 at

Constitution faces myriad criticisms

Skeptics say the document is a threat to democracy. VIENNA, Austria (AP) -- It's designed to help

Butlers' 60th celebrated with Mass, luncheon

XYOUNGSTOWN -- In honor of the 60th wedding anniversary of Charles and Dorothy Butler, 453 Arbor

Police make two arrests; event goes on as planned

YOUNGSTOWN -- Two men were arrested Friday shortly after shots were fired near Woodrow Wilson High

Board seeks to stop shortfalls

The board will be able to certify the contract for teachers. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

PIRATES Redmond gets help; Bucs drop Colorado

Matt Lawton added a solo homer for Pittsburgh. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Seeing the Pittsburgh Pirates

Senior Center of Mahoning County, 1110 Fifth Ave., Youngstown, has scheduled the following: Monday,

Q &amp; amp;A What the law says

Test your knowledge of Pennsylvania's Right-to-Know Law: Q. True or false: The Right-to-Know Law

HEALTH Critics want Ohio to stop funding for abstinence programs

Debate over sex education continues in Ohio. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Advocates of comprehensive sex

200 YEARS Schedule of events

June 4: 11 a.m. to 4 p.m., opening day celebration of Loghurst's 200th anniversary with birthday

Scientists say ultraviolet rays are essential to producing vitamin D.

Scientists say ultraviolet rays are essential to producing vitamin D. ASSOCIATED PRESS

OHIO

OHIO Night drawings: Mega Millions: 3-6-27-40-44 Mega Ball:9 Pick 3,5-8-5 Pick 4,

HOW HE SEES IT Don't put new regs on cable programs

Opinion: By RON LEONE PROVIDENCE JOURNAL I spent a recent morning speaking to high-school juniors and

WINNING NUMBERS | May 14-20

OHIO Friday 4/20 Night drawings: Pick 3, Rolling Cash 5, Mega Millions, Mega Ball, Day

FRENCH OPEN Will clay stand in the way of Federer's Grand Slam?

Spain's Rafael Nadal is the oddsmakers' pick to win the event. PARIS (AP) -- Year after bedeviling

AREA GOLF CALENDAR

MAY 27 -- Thiel College Blue-Gold Club scramble at Greenville Country Club in Greenville, Pa. 9

COMMENCEMENT Big class, big day for YSU graduates

An increase in the number of graduates led to two commencement ceremonies. YOUNGSTOWN -- About

Local sponsors, state to team up

The Ohio Department of Education and local sponsors will provide free meals to children through the

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS FRIDAY

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Babie Bucks (Wilson B.)15.407.204.00 Dance Commander (Stokes J.)

AT A GLANCE

AT A GLANCE Class B League Class B Cene Division Mink Financial Wharmby Sports Astro Falcons

Brack turns in fastest lap time

But, the former Indy 500 champ will have to settle for starting 23rd. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Former

Stephanie Hunter seated as president of symphony guild

YOUNGSTOWN -- Stephanie Hunter was installed as president of the Youngstown Symphony Guild for its

HOLLYWOOD FOCUS GROUPS Doctor of diagnosing movies

Kevin Goetz helps moviemakers find problem spots in films. By PATRICK GOLDSTEIN LOS ANGELES

GRADUATES

Bachelor's degrees, unless otherwise noted: MOUNT UNION COLLEGE Laura Allcorn, East Palestine,

ANNIE'S MAILBOX Symptoms could be menopause -- his!

Dear Annie: You have printed several letters about female menopause, but no one seems to care if men

Susany's blast leads Poland past Mooney

YOUNGSTOWN -- Jenna Susany hit her first home run of the season and finished with two hits and two

Student wins medal in criminal justice contest

Student wins medal in criminal justice contest CANFIELD -- Caitlin Metzger, a student at the

local

LOCAL FNB OKs dividend GREENVILLE, Pa. -- FNB Corp. board of directors has approved a quarterly

Adopting a pet? Ever consider an older one?

Dear Heloise: My husband volunteers for a mobile meal service and had an elderly gentleman on his

Preschoolers expelled at an alarming rate

In 37 states, expulsions for prekindergartners exceeded those in elementary, middle and high

Marianne Darocha Scott Solomon

MARIANNE DAROCHA SCOTT SOLOMON XSALEM -- Marianne Darocha of Canfield and Scott Solomon, 350

AUDREY SCHARFETTER RICHARD SMITH

AUDREY SCHARFETTER RICHARD SMITH XWedding vows were exchanged May 7 under early morning skies on

DEATH PENALTY Jurors cringe at mention of the Bible

Opinions on the death penalty differ among religious groups. ASSOCIATED PRESS Pope John Paul

DIVISION I TRACK Strong finish lifts Boardman to title

Canfield edged the Spartans for the girls district crown. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS

Loghurst celebrates its bicentennial

The oldest log structure in Northeast Ohio kicks off its season with family fun. AMBER HYLAND

MAHONING BUDGET Options limited in recovering millions

Finding money to keep the county jail operating is the top priority. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning

LAWRENCE COUNTY Like mother, like son: Relaying against cancer

Raising money for cancer research runs in the family. By LAURA MILOSER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

HORIZON LEAGUE Sacrifice fly wins game for Penguins

YSU swept a doubleheader with UW-Milwaukee to earn a first round bye in the league tournament. By

THE SCHEDULE

Underclass Division (grades 9-10) Flyweights: Jared Williamson (Keystone) 1-1 vs. Danny Bosak

NBA PLAYOFFS PREVIEW

NBA PLAYOFFS PREVIEW Conference finals EASTERN CONFERENCE No. 1 MIAMI HEAT (59-23, 8-0) vs.

CLASS B LEAGUE SCHEDULES

CLASS B LEAGUE Sun.,May 29: Mink Financial vs. Wharmby's, Cene 1, 5:30 p.m.; Astro Falcons vs.

WINNERS

WINNERS Top honorees Supporting actor, drama series: Greg Rikaart, "The Young and the Restless"

Shannon Sullivan Ryan Jones

SHANNON SULLIVAN RYAN JONES XYOUNGSTOWN -- Fellows Riverside Gardens in Mill Creek Park was the

Six-month drug investigation leads to the arrest of two men

NILES -- A Mason Street man was arrested on a charge of trafficking in drugs shortly after city

Students have faith, but don't necessarily practice beliefs

Seventy-nine percent of the students said they believed in God. LOS ANGELES TIMES Karen Spurney

Sefciks honored by family on 50th anniversary

XBOARDMAN -- A celebration was held May 21 in honor of the 50th wedding anniversary of John and

7 get new start after drug court graduation

The program has helped more than 250 participants. KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

Shannon Arnsberger Paul Ousterhout

SHANNON ARNSBERGER PAUL OUSTERHOUT XCANFIELD -- Living in Arvada, Colo., after a wedding trip to

Motorcycle mistake incurs misdemeanor

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Browns tight end Kellen Winslow Jr. was charged Friday with disregarding safety in

Preakness winner

Preakness winner k AFLEET ALEX kept his balance after being knocked to his knees by Scrappy T at

WORDS BY THE GIGABYTE

WORDS BY THE GIGABYTE On an average day, about 77 million American adults go online. E-mail and

Promise Keepers to hold conference for executives

Among the speakers will be the author of 'The One Minute Manager.' DENVER -- Promise Keepers and

Two men to face murder charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- Jury selection is scheduled to begin Monday in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court for

MASONIC GROUPS

MONDAY XRuth Shrine 64 of Poland will hold a stated meeting at 7:30 p.m. with Elaine Exten, worthy

Weekend events celebrate 50th for the Smiths

XBOARDMAN -- A dinner reception was held May 14 at the Byzantine Center at the Grove in Youngstown

Female boxers fight in KO Drugs tourney

Sixteen undefeated fighters are scheduled for this week's event. YOUNGSTOWN -- The semifinals of

BLOOD DRIVES

Blood Drives MONDAY Kinsman Presbyterian, 6383 Church St., Kinsman, 1:30 to 7:30 p.m. TUESDAY

Moms: Get a grip on seasons

CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- In the early 1960s, songwriter/folk singer Pete Seeger wrote "Turn, Turn, Turn,"

Golf classic for heart association set at Youngstown Country Club

Proceeds will go toward research, educational and advocacy. LIBERTY TOWNSHIP -- Golfers of all

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

'HONKYTONK UNIVERSITY' Toby Keith (Dreamworks) sss After "Courtesy of the Red, White and Blue

Suspect in prom shooting walks out of hospital, remains at large

The shooting suspect left the hospital with a bullet lodged in his neck. YOUNGSTOWN -- An 18-year-

4 to be arraigned on sex solicitation charge

4 to be arraigned on sex solicitation charge YOUNGSTOWN -- Four men accused of soliciting a sex

Campaign seeks to snuff out smoke

Campaign seeks to snuff out smoke CANFIELD -- Health organizations and anti-tobacco

GETTING IT RIGHT

GETTING IT RIGHT Free bra fitting at Curves (downtown) June 6, 8 a.m.-6 p.m. (330) 743-6886.

WIN, PLACE &amp; amp; SHOW

NORTHFIELD RESULTS SATURDAY 1st--Glive(A Merriman)3.602.602.10 Colour Safe(B

MAKE-A-WISH LPGA players could appear at Charity Open

Salem Hills will hold the event Aug. 22. SALEM -- Fans who are disappointed that the LPGA Tour

IN THE CUP

IN THE CUP Area holes in one Dominic Yazbek of Youngstown aced the 156-yard No. 6 hole at the

Beaver Local's Daniel Kinsey wins 3 events

MILLERSBURG -- Beaver Local senior Daniel Kinsey, an Indiana University recruit, won three events at

PAMELA HUNTER KEVIN STOKLOSA

PAMELA HUNTER KEVIN STOKLOSA XAUSTINTOWN -- Kevin Stoklosa of Poland and his bride, the former

Twenty-three Youngstown State University faculty members are retiring at the end of spring semester

Trumbull County workers act to preserve their jobs

Opinion: More than 200 Trumbull County government workers have agreed to forgo wage increases at least until

Community health

Community health YOUNGSTOWN -- The Home Savings Charitable Foundation made a three-year pledge,

BUDGET Some find beer tax distasteful

Taft proposes doubling taxes on all alcohol except liquor. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Running a restaurant

Knight Ridder Newspapers

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS HACKENSACK, N.J. - The billboard towering over a scruffy Hudson County,

Pompili 50th anniversary is celebrated

XHUBBARD -- The children of Edward and Ann Pompili, 125 Furlen Court, Hubbard, hosted a 50th

CAL THOMAS Abbas must condemn incitement to violence

Opinion: Palestinian President Mahmoud Abbas is scheduled to meet President Bush in Washington Thursday. He

DOWNTOWN Festival booked for summer will emphasize cultural fun

The organization seeks to enrich cultural and social life in the Mahoning Valley. YOUNGSTOWN --

INTERLEAGUE ROUNDUP Koo helps Mets top Yankees

The pitcher got his first major league hit off Randy Johnson in the 7-1 win. ASSOCIATED PRESS

MAHONING COUNTY

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

SEX OFFENDERS New Justice Department site to have state-by-state registries

An online search can determine whether an individual who has been convicted in one state has moved

Fitch wins district crown over Canfield

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- Austintown Fitch High's softball team is

Pupils spend time having a llama fun

Children learned that the animals spit to protect their territory. AMBER HYLAND VINDICATOR STAFF

Today is Sunday, May 22, the 142nd day of 2005. There are 223 days left in the year. On this date in

IRAQ Analyst identifies war plan problems

He says conflicting approaches weren't resolved before the invasion. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Today is Saturday, May 21, the 141st day of 2005. There are 224 days left in the year. This is Armed

Opinion: Today is Saturday, May 21, the 141st day of 2005. There are 224 days left in the year. This is Armed

CANNES Belgian film takes prize

CANNES, France (AP) -- The Belgian film "The Child," about a young petty crook suddenly faced with

Defending champ wins pole vault

Hickory's Eric Sparks outdueled Wilmington Area's Jimmy Schneider. HERMITAGE -- It was a good day

HOUSE FIRE Seven children, two adults lose lives in morning blaze

A councilwoman said this was the neighborhood's worst fire in a generation. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A

VOLUNTEER

VOLUNTEER Service honor given to Red Cross volunteer HERMITAGE, Pa. -- Dr. William G. McDowell

ON AREA DIAMONDS | Youth baseball

BABE RUTH (14-15) Rizer Insurance Group 10, Joe Koch Realty 7 -- Michael Leonard started on the

LATE FRIDAY BOXSCORES

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Lyme disease a concern for dogs

If caught in early stages, the disease is easily cured. YOUNGSTOWN -- Lyme disease is a dangerous

AMERICAN CHEMICAL SOCIETY Outstanding chemistry students are recognized at competition

The Penn-Ohio Border Section of the American Chemical Society recently recognized several people in

KATIE MATOLA SAMUEL COSTELLO

KATIE MATOLA SAMUEL COSTELLO XHUBBARD -- Katie Matola, daughter of Kathy and Anthony Matola, all

The younger they're expelled, the harder they'll fall later

Opinion: Valuing a child's self-esteem over his or her ability to behave or perform does that child no favor.

EDUCATION Civil War lesson ends in shooting

The teacher fired the rifle during a demonstration for his social studies class. KETTERING (AP) --

M &amp; amp;M boys are living large in Minnesota

Joe Mauer and Justin Morneau are key members of the Twins' offense. MINNEAPOLIS (AP) -- Though

E-MAIL ETIQUETTE Response styles can vary greatly

Sometimes it just takes a computer to really mess things up. By MARTIN MILLER LOS ANGELES TIMES

SENIOR CITIZENS

AARP 4545 XBoardman South Chapter 4545, AARP, will meet at 11:30 a.m. June 2 at the Holiday Inn

MERCER MEMORIAL Weekend events

Mercer Memorial Day 500 will honor veterans starting May 28 with several events throughout the

PHILLIES Charlie Manuel feeling the heat in Philadelphia

The championship-starved city is frustrated with its last place team. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Charlie

Giacomo rallied again but finished in third

The Kentucky Derby winner was caught up in the pack and couldn't break loose. BALTIMORE (AP) -- No

Alumni relive youth at multiclass reunion

Members of three classes remembered the old days at Rayen. By GAIL WHITE VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER

STRUTHERS Another summer at Cene: Little b, Big B set to begin

Little b starts Monday, while Big B begins May 29. STRUTHERS -- The 2005 summer season is ready to

'BLOCK 5' | A review Great story gets acting it deserves

The truth comes out in many ways during a moving performance of a new work. By L. CROW

Sarah Stefko Arthur Kelty

SARAH STEFKO ARTHUR KELTY XPOLAND -- Holy Family Church was the setting at 1:30 p.m. April 23 for

EDUCATION After 43 years, astronomy professor at YSU says it's time for part time

The physics professor says he'll be nostalgic this graduation day. YOUNGSTOWN -- Warren Young has

MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

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SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL

SOUTH FLORIDA SUN-SENTINEL IS KNEES WERE INCHES from the ground. Afleet Alex, a 1,200-pound

CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight

UNIVERSITY OF AKRON Colin D. Clemente of Hubbard has accepted membership in the National Society

Uzbek realities undercut Bush rhetoric

Opinion: By ARTHUR I. CYR SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE President Bush just completed a trip to Russia and

Thomas too tough as YSU stops UMW

The Penguins must win two of three in the series to earn a first round bye. NILES -- Youngstown

Scripture is basis of Western literature

By TOM SCHAEFER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS It's used to condemn sin, defend the weak and

Officer guilty in theft of ice-melt salt

The sheriff said the deputy's crime puts the department in a bad light. By PATRICIA MEADE

Notable, quotable books

A few days ago, I was walking around Barnes and Noble (official motto: "Even we can't believe people

130TH PREAKNESS Was Giacomo's Derby win a fluke?

We'll find out today. Afleet Alex is the odds favorite. BALTIMORE (AP) -- Even though he's won

LEADERS

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Division in church rides on Scripture

Opinion: In one of my favorite faith-based jokes, someone finally rescues a fellow who has been stranded on a

Making a home better

This group of women seeks to prove its mettle not just by undertaking a project, but by televising

Racist images ruin former resident's homecoming

Opinion: Racist images ruin former resident's homecoming EDITOR: I was born and raised in Girard, and on

TRUMBULL COUNTY Agencies ask county to update flood maps

Some expensive technology that the county acquired five years ago will help update the maps.

Don't be fooled by CAFTA

Opinion: In the past we have supported the alphabet soup of trade agreements that promised greater access of

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