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Neighborhood patrols boosted to handle spike

Kevin Dotson and Ronaldo Miller were likely targets of the pre-prom shooting, police say. By


BRAC REPORT Air base closure data still unknown

Local base supporters want more details about the DOD's recommendations. By DAVID SKOLNICK


NBA PLAYOFFS Spurs show Suns just how to run

San Antonio proved it can outscore anyone as it heads to Game 2 tonight. PHOENIX (AP) -- Now that


Lauren Hamilton is engaged to wed Bradley W. Smith

XMINERAL RIDGE -- Announcement is being made by Lawrence and Dawn Hamilton, 1716 Warner Court, of


Tribe holds off Twins, 2-1

CLEVELAND (AP) -- Almost three hours after Bob Wickman squatted to catch the ceremonial first pitch,


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HORSE RACING Disaster averted, Rose prepares for Belmont

Afleet Alex is resting after Saturday's collision and Preakness victory. STANTON, Del. (AP) --


Make way for ducklings, deer and plant life

The site will provide a living laboratory for pupils. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


ABORTION Supreme Court to decide on notification in emergencies

The court will deliberate on notifying parents for necessary abortions for minors. LOS ANGELES


DISTRICT COURT Family sues Mahoning jail over inmate's hanging death

The lawsuit alleges jail staff did not check on the man every 10 minutes as required by law.


NESHANNOCK TOWNSHIP Construction plans await budget review

Rising fuel prices may have caused higher bids. By LAURA MILOSER VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW


HELOISE Always wash new clothes, dermatologist says

Dear Heloise: In regard to the question of whether we should wash new items before wearing them, I


Austintown wetlands

Austintown wetlands kDR. MICHAEL CROWE of MRB Environmental Services Inc. is working with


GIRARD City faces new levy or layoffs

Plans to open a game room in the city have been canceled, the mayor said. By PEGGY SINKOVICH


IRAQ Bloodshed continues to escalate

Attacks across the country made Monday one of the bloodiest days in memory. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --


NATIONAL LEAGUE Cardinals beat Pirates for 10th straight time

The 4-2 win was also the 822nd for St. Louis manager Tony LaRussa. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- A decade ago


MOUNTAINEER MONDAY'S RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER MONDAY'S RESULTS 1st--Wild Osceola(Pereira) $11.40$4.20$3.00 Monarchoftheglen


Three arraigned in house gunfire

A teenage girl was hit in the leg during the gunfire. YOUNGSTOWN -- Three men who police said


NBA PLAYOFFS

NBA PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Sunday San Antonio 121, Phoenix 114, San Antonio


CHOLESTEROL-LOWERING DRUGS Analysis: Crestor's side effects worse than those of competitors

Risk of serious problems with all of the drugs is still very low. DALLAS (AP) -- Contrary to


Gwyneth Paltrow named new face of Estee Lauder

NEW YORK (AP) -- Perhaps looking to capitalize on that "new mom" glow, Estee Lauder has named


ENVIRONMENT Costs delay power plant cleanup

There should be no problem getting more federal money, the officials said. WARREN -- The heavy


Beatty won't say if he'll give Arnold a challenge

Beatty won't say if he'll give Arnold a challenge LOS ANGELES -- Warren Beatty says he's not


TRAFFIC SAFETY Let's halt speeding problems, police say

Residents often complain about traffic enforcement on residential streets. By DENISE DICK


FUND-RAISER Springfield High School rebelling for a good cause

Money is being raised for a former student who has leukemia. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


LAWRENCE COUNTY Hundreds of overlooked ballots narrow top nominee's lead to six

Results of the sheriff's race remain unofficial after a recount. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR


GEORGE F. WILL High Court reaffirms commerce clause

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Last week, on the eve of the Senate fight over filibusters of judicial nominations,


ELECTIONS Montgomery plugged for governor

One of the endorsements came from the Columbiana County sheriff. By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR


SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES National League Colorado 4, Pittsburgh 3 Interleague Arizona 1, Detroit 0


MINOR LEAGUES

MINOR LEAGUES EASTERN LEAGUE (AA) North Division WLPct.GB Portland (Red Sox)2216.579--


HOW SHE SEES IT Women prove they can handle combat

Opinion: By ROBYN BLUMNER TRIBUNE MEDIA SERVICES America's first GI Jane was Deborah Sampson, who at 21


SCHEDULE | Preps

BASEBALL REGIONALS Division II at Hudson: Poland (16-9) vs. Mentor Lake Catholic (25-3), 2 p.m.


Negotiations under way for concessions operator

The city will consider 13 change orders for the arena project. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


Stephen Rotz, fianc & eacute;e will marry in Columbus

XCOLUMBUS -- Announcement is being made by Jeff and Kim Backus, 2189 Green Island Drive, of the


Summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield City and Austintown Township:

Summary of recent criminal activity in Canfield City and Austintown Township: CANFIELD May 16


FRENCH OPEN

FRENCH OPEN MONDAY RESULTS At Stade Roland Garros Paris Purse: $17 million (Grand Slam)


YSU to get $1M for new recreation center

By JEFF ORTEGA VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT COLUMBUS -- Youngstown State University will receive $1


XWEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- The University Inn was the setting April 23 for the wedding and reception

XWEST LAFAYETTE, Ind. -- The University Inn was the setting April 23 for the wedding and reception


Karzai, Bush confer, downplay disputes

Bush did not grant country's request for custody of detainees. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON --


'TRUMP UNAUTHORIZED' Tonight's Trump TV movie a guilty pleasure

The bio-pic features sarcasm, wit and laughs, and even earns The Donald a smidgen of sympathy. By


Laura L. Windt engaged to marry Jerry J. Fulmer

XYOUNGSTOWN -- Laura Lee Windt and Jerry John Fulmer, both of Youngstown, are announcing their


COLLEGE BASEBALL Inconsistent OSU on a roll

The Buckeyes' roller-coaster season enters tournament time. COLUMBUS (AP) -- On a chart, it would


Chris Rock back in the spotlight

He's still funny and still busy with his new movie, 'The Longest Yard.' By JOHN ANDERSON LONG


MIDDLE EAST First lady praises Egypt elections

Laura Bush credited President Mubarak for his move toward free elections. GIZA, Egypt (AP) -- In


BASEBALL

BASEBALL A new Youngstown AA team -- is being created for players ages 19-24. For details, call


CRIME 4 are killed day after prom

Nine people have been brought in for questioning, but no motive has been identified. HUNTINGTON,


FAIRHAVEN Options sought for $3M loss in funds

A change in Medicaid rules will send money directly to intermediate care facilities. WARREN -- The


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David J. Ayres, legal age, 7461 E. Parkside Drive, Boardman,


Mr. Williams, fianc & eacute;e to marry on St. Thomas

XAUSTINTOWN -- Herbert and Ollie Williams, 3416 Bentwillow Lane, are announcing the engagement of


CINEMA 'Revenge' breaks records

The 'Star Wars' prequel beat 'The Matrix Reloaded' for best four-day opening. ZAP2IT.COM LOS


A.J. Foyt IV progressing as racer

INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- A.J. Foyt IV hears people complain he's too young, too raw and too erratic to


TELEVISION Which character dies in the 'NCIS' finale?

'All principal characters are ... potential,' says 'NCIS' actor Mark Harmon. By KATE O'HARE


FRENCH OPEN ROUNDUP \ News and notes

Bruised but not beaten: Wrist. Knee. Shoulder. They're all working fine for Kim Clijsters -- so far.


YOUNGSTOWN CDA Williams' severance awaits OK

The package includes unused sick and vacation time. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER


OTHER CASES High court actions

The court also handled other issues Monday: Shackles: The court tossed out the death sentence of a


TODAY

TODAY 10 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: French Open. 3:30 p.m. (FSN Ohio) Bowling: AMF World Cup. 6:30


DOWNTOWN ARENA Board to vote on bids for several projects

One company's attorney is threatening a federal lawsuit. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF


PREP REGIONALS Poland making 5th trip to Akron

The Bulldogs played for the state softball title in 2002. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS


"Now the international community must come and provide alternative livelihood to the Afghan people,

Opinion: "Now the international community must come and provide alternative livelihood to the Afghan people,


REGIONAL TRACK \ Area qualifiers

DIVISION I Where: Austintown Fitch High School When: Thursday (4 p.m.) and Saturday (11:30 a.m.)


CLEVELAND RITE AID MARATHON YOUNGSTOWN AREA PARTICIPANTS

CLEVELAND RITE AID MARATHON YOUNGSTOWN AREA PARTICIPANTS Rogers, Justin, Poland, 3:59:52


Parents reveal Colvin-Bolling wedding plans

XThe parents of Jocelyn Mone & eacute; Colvin, 502 Bradley Lane, Youngstown, and Edward Thomas


CANFIELD TOWNSHIP Trustees take a look at detention ponds

Trustees will continue to study Indian Run Creek's overflow issues. CANFIELD -- Township trustees


MONDAY'S DRAWINGS

OHIO Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-3-3 Pick 4, 2-7-5-9 Rolling Cash 5: 7-8-34-35-36 Day


HOW HE SEES IT Federal pork barrel overflowing

Opinion: By BRIAN RIEDL HERITAGE FOUNDATION This year, Washington will spend an eye-popping $22,039 per


Today is Tuesday, May 24, the 144th day of 2005. There are 221 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Tuesday, May 24, the 144th day of 2005. There are 221 days left in the year. On this date


DEVELOPMENT Warren lobbies for entertainment area

The city is seeking legislative help to create an exception in the statute. WARREN -- All of


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE East Division WLPctGBL10StrHomeAwayIntr Baltimore2716.628--5-5L-114-1113-51-2


NBA PLAYOFFS Pistons topple Heat in Game 1

Detroit played calmly and intelligently in posting a 90-81 victory. MIAMI (AP) -- The mismatches


RESCUE Girl, 8, recounts ordeal in trash bin

The girl, who was raped, wiggled her fingers when she heard rescuers' voices. LAKE WORTH, Fla.


Cavaliers to talk with Indiana Pacers' Brown

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS CLEVELAND -- The Cavaliers have received permission to interview Indiana


MUSIC Cell phones doing more than just calls

U2 uses a new technique to use cell phones to express thought and emotion. By ERIC GWINN CHICAGO


LOCAL

LOCAL Pizza buffet to open today BOARDMAN -- Cici's Pizza Buffet will celebrate the opening of


Playhouse offers classes for kids

YOUNGSTOWN -- "Summer Stages," a series of theater arts classes and plays directed to students in


HOW HE SEES IT Grade inflation causing problems

Opinion: By SILVIO LACCETTI KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE The college year has drawn to a close. Soon the high


TURNPIKE KILLING Affidavit links man with wife of doctor

Officials say the wife rented an apartment for a 'person of interest' in the investigation. STAFF


CITY COUNCIL Cameras under consideration for safer intersections

Despite legislative debate, cities are considering the benefits of surveillance. WARREN -- City


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox This mother-in-law isn't worth worrying over

Dear Annie: I recently visited my daughter and her husband. While there, my daughter told me her


CINCINNATI Struggling closer shocked at release

Danny Graves was designated for assignment by the team. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Closer Danny Graves was


PHILADELPHIA 76ers hire Cheeks to replace O'Brien

The Sixers were eliminated in the first round of the NBA playoffs. PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Jim


Alternatives to death

Opinion: Alternatives to death EDITOR: A May 17 letter to the editor questions the usefulness of the U.S.


DEATH ROW Judge to decide inmate's fate

The killer has been on death row since 1986. WARREN -- Ohio death row inmate Charles Lorraine will


AROUND THE HORN \ Monday's other games

NATIONAL LEAGUE Marlins 5, Phillies 2 MIAMI -- Dontrelle Willis became the first eight-game