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EAST SIDE Search for escapee ends with 3 arrests

Drugs, a police scanner, guns, ammunition and walkie-talkies were found. YOUNGSTOWN -- An AK-47


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Kids in parents' bed OK some places, but not here

Dear Annie: My divorced daughter, who lives in another state, sleeps in the same bed as her son. I


Congressman chastises Maher for troop comment

Congressman chastises Maher for troop comment WASHINGTON -- A congressman says comedian Bill


Cloudy capital limits lasers

The laser system isn't a stand-alone one, said a NORAD spokeswoman. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A new


8 die in blast at school Web site says insurgency mastermind is injured

The death toll from a month of violence surpassed 620. LOS ANGELES TIMES BAGHDAD, Iraq -- At


STEEL VALLEY NATIONALS List of events

THURSDAY 11 a.m.: Set up begins for vendors, Fairgrounds Registration begins, McMahon Hall 6


Try burgers, 'baked' beans for easy picnic

Try burgers, 'baked' beans for easy picnic By Linda Gassenheimer Knight Ridder Newspapers


Ohio man says he drowned his 13-month-old son in tub

FORT JENNINGS, Ohio (AP) -- A man who called 911 to say he drowned his 13-month-old son in a bathtub


Man who killed at age 12 in trouble

Lionel Tate's mother refused counseling, housing and other offers of help. PEMBROKE PARK, Fla.


JACOBS FIELD Morneau double in 11th beats Cleveland

Three runs came home to spoil the Indians' comeback bid. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Joe Mays stood at his


Latest loss upsets Agassi; pain puts future in doubt

Retirement may be near for the 35-year-old tennis player. PARIS (AP) -- His back rigid, his feet


TODAY

TODAY 10 a.m. (ESPN2) Tennis: French Open. 2 p.m. (ESPN) Baseball. 2:30 p.m. (ESPN2) Soccer:


BOARDMAN Public to hear of possible parking changes

Trustees are open to hearing residents' concerns about parking bans. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR


Suit alleges police officer was negligent

WARREN -- Brookfield Township faces a lawsuit in excess of $75,000 from a Masury couple who allege a


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY State extends deadline for vote system By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


An effort to protect access to public records is stalled

Opinion: More than a year ago, it became clear that too many elected officials and public employees in Ohio


NOTEBOOK \ From Jacobs Field

Good news: Coco Crisp grabbed his right thumb, twisted it slightly and smiled like a man who had


238 support funding for stem cell research

The House seeks a compromise on embryonic research regulations. LOS ANGELES TIMES WASHINGTON --


Fitch softball team sweeps Boardman

BOARDMAN -- Jen Purnell had two doubles and picked up the win in relief as the Fitch High softball


STEROIDS 2-year penalty proposed

Formal legislation covering professional athletes is to be written today. WASHINGTON (AP) --


NOTEBOOK \ From Roland Garros

No more blisters: Marat Safin stares at his hands a lot, praying he won't spot another blister.


OHIO

OHIO Multi-State Mega Millions: 9-28-39-40-45 Mega Ball: 24 Night drawings: Pick 3, 5-2-2


WORKERS' COMPENSATION Drug test sneaks up on Mayor Melfi

About 10 employees a year will be selected for testing. By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


HOW HE SEES IT Indian-made drugs have side effects

Opinion: By STAN COX PROVIDENCE JOURNAL SALINA, Kan. -- The United States has become the No. 1 market for


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

TODAY XFraternal Order of Eagles 3298, 1655 Raccoon Road, Austintown, will serve dinners from 4 to


FRENCH OPEN Latest loss upsets Agassi; pain puts future in doubt

Retirement may be near for the 35-year-old tennis player. PARIS (AP) -- His back rigid, his feet


PARIS HILTON Controversy erupts over television ad

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- A Carl's Jr. commercial starring a scantily clad Paris Hilton frolicking with a


ARENA Landscaping, irrigation projects to be rebid

There were numerous problems with the apparent low bid. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR STAFF


STRATEGY 100O 15 counties support expansion project

Project will seek investors for development of 1,000 acres of industrial and business park sites.


SCHOOLS Webb praises response to shooting

The board also recognized accomplishments of pupils in various competitions. YOUNGSTOWN -- City


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MUSIC BUSINESS Recipe for rock success includes singer, drum set, pension plan

Artists are finding it's to their benefit to pay attention to finances. ATLANTA (AP) -- He entered


MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Burnt Mill Road 6.605.003.60 Don't Agitate


MOVIES Critics post top 100 list

The top picks for great flicks include 'Pulp Fiction,' 'Casablanca' and 'Finding Nemo.' NEW YORK


Girard couple touted for foster parenting

WARREN -- Trumbull County Children Services is recognizing James and Roseanne Frye as Foster Parents


PACKARD Music hall rooms to be dressed up

The four dressing rooms are expected to have face lifts in the fall. WARREN -- Packard Park Board


BASKETBALL

BASKETBALL Cardinal Mooney -- will hold the Lady Cardinals camp for girls entering grades 4-9 on


COLUMBUS -- The Youngstown Border Hawks will receive part of the $38,000 that the Columbus Blue

COLUMBUS -- The Youngstown Border Hawks will receive part of the $38,000 that the Columbus Blue


LAWRENCE COUNTY Election board explore ways to avoid balloting foul-ups

Write-in votes for the primary election will be counted Thursday and Friday. By VIRGINIA ROSS


HOW HE SEE IT Air Force Academy goes into Christian yonder

Opinion: By JONATHAN CHAIT LOS ANGELES TIMES Conservatives have been arguing for years that the religious


LAWRENCE COUNTY Government employees saluted for fund raising

Government center workers raised $2,500 for the Relay for Life event. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence


Joseph Precurato, fianc & eacute;e planning mid-July wedding

XRAVENNA -- Edward and Jeannette Tringhese, 4727 Black Walnut Lane, formerly of Youngstown, are


COLLEGE BASEBALL Seeded second, Penguins await first Horizon League opponent

Last year, YSU won the tournament after being seeded last. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS


No. 2 seed rebounds past teen

Maria Sharapova struggled before ousting Evgenia Linetskaya. PARIS (AP) -- Maria Sharapova savored


HORIZON LEAGUE TOURNAMENT Team outlook

ILLINOIS-CHICAGO (35-18-1, 14-6) -- The Flames are the league's regular-season champions and the No.


Disaster exercises at Youngstown air base

Disaster exercises at Youngstown air base VIENNA -- The 910th Airlift Wing at the Youngstown Air


TRUMBULL COUNTY Punch-card voting machines to be mothballed

Lakeview's school levy still lost, by only two votes. WARREN -- After 25 years, the clattering


Lisa Antonini is named woman of the year

The award came with a $5,000 contribution to the county party. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


INVESTMENT CASE Inventory reveals 121 coins missing

Auditors working with coin experts were denied access in the Ohio, Delaware and Pennsylvania


TELEVISION Bruckheimer breaks the mold

With 10 shows scheduled this fall, the movie director-turned-TV mogul is making his mark. By SCOTT


Early summer celebrations call for chicken.

Early summer celebrations call for chicken. Between graduations, Father's Day, Memorial Day,


CRIMINAL JUSTICE Trumbull County commissioners asked to fork over funding

Commissioners say they're not obligated to fund the Victim/Witness office. WARREN -- Requests for


Engagement told for Christie Zetts and Mr. McFadden

XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Announcement is being made by Gary and Diana Zetts, 10450 Sycamore Hill Court, of


Resolving differences in Senate

Senators debate whether recent cooperation will continue. CHICAGO TRIBUNE WASHINGTON -- Smiling


TRUDY RUBIN Nuclear options on Iran narrow

Opinion: This week, the country dodged the "nuclear option" in the U.S. Senate. But Americans should be


IN 'JEOPARDY' Champion Jennings faces two challenges

Ken Jennings has his own projects, but he's also back for another round of 'Jeopardy!' NEW YORK


Students get better grip on credit

Nellie Mae's affiliate, Sallie Mae, is the nation's largest provider of student loans. NEW YORK


MAHONING COUNTY COMMISSIONERS Officials meet with MRDD board

The meeting was a follow-up to complaints heard by the commissioners. YOUNGSTOWN -- A Mahoning


NFL MEETINGS Horse-collar tackling now corralled; Vikes sale on hold

The 2009 Super Bowl site should be announced soon. WASHINGTON (AP) -- NFL owners eliminated the


Salem school officials expect cuts to save district $300K

Retiring workers will help the district's bottom line. SALEM -- Faced with trimming $1.25 million


EDUCATION 14 apply to be next chief of Campbell schools

The board hopes to fill the position in early July. CAMPBELL -- Fourteen candidates have applied


Not on the same page

Dayton Daily News: When Michigan's Calvin College announced that President Bush would be speaking at


MONDAY'S GAMES

MONDAY'S GAMES American League Cleveland 2, Minnesota 1 L.A. Angels 4, Chicago White Sox 0


INDY 500 George juggles double duties

The IRL CEO has two cars running in Sunday's race. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- One moment, Tony George is


DVD REVIEW Funny moments mix with poignant present

On DVD, the season's funniest moments remain with us. By JEN CHANEY WASHINGTON POST


CRIME Man pleads innocent in injured police dog case

By PEGGY SINKOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A 22-year-old Olive Street Northeast man


BEREA Baxter pushes for LB Boulware to join Browns

Because of injuries, the Ravens' career sacks leader is available. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Browns


The best burgers

The best burgers kBEEF BURGERS remain the hands-down favorite for the grill this Memorial Day


HELOISE Garlic can be frozen and enjoyed year-round

Dear Heloise: I have heard that you cannot freeze garlic. I like to buy garlic when it is on sale,


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

AMERICAN LEAGUE TWINS 6, INDIANS 3 11 innings MINNESOTACLEVELAND abrhbiabrhbi ShStwrt


hProtests in Bolivia

hProtests in Bolivia LA PAZ, Bolivia -- Thousands of Indian-led protesters filled the streets of


NBA EAST Orlando goes back to future with Hill

The Magic hired their former coach to take over for the fired Johnny Davis. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) --


J.R. LABBE Politics rears ugly head in the battle of the bases

Opinion: The next four months will prove whether politics can be minimized in the Base Realignment and


ONLINE AUCTION City prepares to sell government surplus

LightGov offers online auctions and other services to governments. By MONICA BOND VINDICATOR


PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE

BASEBALL TUESDAY'S LINESCORE BOARDMAN 8, FITCH 7 Boardman1030220--872 Fitch0025000--766


CAR SHOW Event cruises back to town

The show also will cater to motorcycle enthusiasts this year. By KATIE LIBECCO VINDICATOR STAFF


SCHOOLS Contract awarded for asbestos removal

Willard School is not included in contract for asbestos removal. WARREN -- The board of education