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Members of GOP discuss stances

The Republican gubernatorial candidate wants to cap state and local spending. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Motion picture is inspiration for rejuvenation of carpetbags

Upgraded, more pricey carpetbags are making a return to the fashion scene. KNIGHT RIDDER


Three-year school plan is placed in action

No child has been turned away because parents could not afford tuition. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR


Prosecutor to get results of special state audit of health board records

Health Commissioner Robert Morehead has not paid $4,574 in findings. By D.A. WILKINSON


Campbell man to face charges

WARREN -- A 27-year-old Campbell man charged with robbing the Rite Aid Pharmacy at Belmont Avenue


Dems have narrow vision of security

Opinion: By FRED HIATT WASHINGTON POST You can look at the Democrats' national security plan, released


Cavanaugh focuses on better decisions

The offensive coordinator from Youngstown eyes a better second season. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Matt


Senate works on compromise

It's estimated there are more than 11 million illegal immigrants in the United States. WASHINGTON


BASEBALL

BASEBALL American League DEVIL RAYS--Placed SS Luis Ordaz on the 15-day DL. Purchased the


Indians rout defending champs

Indians rout defending champs THE CLEVELAND INDIANS got their first win of the season Tuesday,


Each of the 13 episodes of "Legends of Jazz With Ramsey Lewis" has a different focus. Here is a look at the themes and guests highlighted:

Each of the 13 episodes of "Legends of Jazz With Ramsey Lewis" has a different focus. Here is a look


2 men get court dates in trafficking charges

AUSTINTOWN -- Two men who face charges after a drug raid in Milton Township last month have court


Woman is arrested during rock concert

An hour before the arrest, the Masury woman was told to leave and not come back. YOUNGSTOWN -- A


"I just decided 'To hell with it,' I haven't been afraid to die. I'd had a wonderful life. I'm 80 years old, so I'm not afraid."

Opinion: "I just decided 'To hell with it,' I haven't been afraid to die. I'd had a wonderful life. I'm 80


Midnight workers wait to hear word on buyouts

The decision not to bring a Saturn car to Lordstown led to the cuts, analysts said. By DON


Group tied to Al-Qaida posts video

A U.S. military spokesman said he was outraged by the video. WASHINGTON POST BAGHDAD, Iraq --


Remembrance includes foods

The Seder was created by the rabbis of the Talmud living in exile in Babylonia. By PHYLLIS GLAZER


Pinch-hitter Gross carries Milwaukee to win over Pirates

It was another rough night for Prince Fielder, son of former major leaguer Cecil Fielder.


Today is Wednesday, April 5, the 95th day of 2006. There are 270 days left in the year. On this date

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, April 5, the 95th day of 2006. There are 270 days left in the year. On this date


Alcohol screening day planned for Thursday

YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County Alcohol and Drug Addiction Services Network will participate in the


House caps contributions to groups

The '527' groups use voter mobilization to influence federal elections. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


AREA LEADERS | Track and field

BOYS 4x800 relay -- Boardman, 8:22.3; Salem, 8:39.1; Mooney, 8:54; Fitch, 8:58; Poland, 9:03.2.


All-American rocker

All-American rocker JOHN MELLENCAMP will perform Tuesday at the Chevrolet Centre in downtown


NSAIDs for pain carry higher risk for cardiovascular events

Q. A couple of years ago, before Vioxx was taken off the market, my husband took it for joint pain.


Thousands show love for language

Many of the participants were back for their third and fourth years. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


New jazz series mixes it up on TV

The show is targeting people who might be a little intimidated by jazz. CHICAGO (AP) -- Ramsey


MVSD seeks trade-off in bridge building

One proposal would strip 14 acres of district land. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Eggcellent Eggstravaganza

Eggcellent Eggstravaganza Calvary Assembly Church's annual indoor Eggcellent Eggstravaganza egg


Team's dedication helped Earnhardt win

That commitment was not there always during his first six seasons. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) --


AUDITIONS | Where to try out for roles

ACTORS "The Sound of Music." Weathervane Community Playhouse, 1301 Weathervane Lane, Akron; (330)


Jones won't be charged as police close investigation

Police in suburban Westlake conducted several interviews. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cavaliers guard Damon


NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes

Steelers: Super Bowl MVP Hines Ward was nervous for the first time in his life as he prepared for a


LSU's Augustus No. 1 selection

Rutgers' guard Cappie Pondexter was the second player chosen. BOSTON (AP) -- Seimone Augustus ran


Nurses union refuses to meet before set date

ONA hired an expert to analyze Forum Health's financial condition. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


NBA ROUNDUP | Tuesday's other games

Nets 96, Hawks 94 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- The New Jersey Nets won their 13th straight game


Pearl Jam to make a rare TV appearance

NEW YORK (AP) -- Pearl Jam will be the musical guests when Lindsay Lohan hosts NBC's "Saturday Night


Recovered Kwan won't rule out eventual return to competition

For now, she's on tour with Champions on Ice. NEW YORK (AP) -- There were no medals for Michelle


North-South vulnerable. South deals.

North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH A Q 4 J 6 4 3 2 6 4 10 6 2 WEST EAST 7


Close the 527 loophole

Opinion: Washington Post: The House planned to take up legislation Wednesday that would close the biggest


Report says CIA detained 3 in Europe or Asia

LONDON (AP) -- In its most detailed report yet on alleged secret rendition flights of terror


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Blaise E. Karlovic, 29, of 1101 Palmetto Drive, Hubbard, and


Blue Jackets in midst of best stretch in history

Rick Nash's return to health was the key ingredient to the turnaround. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Things


NORTHFIELD ENTRIES

NORTHFIELD ENTRIES FRIDAY 7 P.M. 1st--TROT, FMNW200PS, $2,000, 1 MI Cable Gram,D Guptill;


Tribe wins 11-inning battle, 4-3

Cleveland took two of three from the world champion White Sox. CHICAGO (AP) -- Forget last season.


CLAP YOUR HANDS Blog online gives band buzz, a break

The band's shows have been selling out as fans take notice. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR


Fla. insurance company plans to cancel homeowners' coverage

WEST PALM BEACH, Fla. (AP) -- A large insurance company plans to begin canceling coverage for


MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Debby Lou (Parker)12.204.803.40 More Than (Pereira)3.402.40


Mennonites help rebuild area

Sunday's storms killed two dozen people in Tennessee. CHINA GROVE, Tenn. (AP) -- Hours after the


Trustees seek bids to expand fire station

Trustees will not expand their administration offices in South Range Plaza. By VIRGINIA ROSS


A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: March 30 Auto theft: A vehicle was stolen


FOSSILS Experts find 'land-fish' specimens

The specimens were found above the Arctic Circle in Canada. NEW YORK (AP) -- Researchers have


'Benchwarmers': dopey, harmless

Fans of sophomoric humor should like this flick. By ROGER MOORE ORLANDO SENTINEL Welcome to


Pastor offers service for GM workers

The pastor is leading his church to reach out to the community. By NANCY TULLIS VINDICATOR STAFF


Director notes delay in ballot programming

There are a couple of reasons for the delay, the director said. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR


& lt;B & gt;BUDINSKY, & lt;/B & gt;Edward R., 83, of Youngstown;

& lt;B & gt;BUDINSKY, & lt;/B & gt;Edward R., 83, of Youngstown; calling hours


TIM GIAGO Immigration is not a new issue

Opinion: There was a cartoon floating around Indian country several years ago of two Indian men crouched on a


Support pay to be electronic starting in May

COLUMBUS -- Ohio parents soon will receive child support payments electronically, rather than on


ISRAELI PLANES FIRE MISSILES AT ABBAS' GAZA COMPOUND

Israeli planes fire missiles at Abbas' Gaza compound GAZA CITY, Gaza Strip -- Israeli warplanes


Local Sports Digest

YSU Baseball PITTSBURGH -- Youngstown State scored eight runs in the second inning of a 10-6


NBA STANDINGS

NBA STANDINGS EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB y-New Jersey4528.616--


The Sources

The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and


CAL THOMAS ABC News demonstrates press bias

Opinion: ABC News has suspended for one month without pay John Green, executive producer of the weekend


HIGH SCHOOL BASEBALL | Area teams at a glance

WEST BRANCH League: Northeastern Buckeye Conference Coach: Lynn Grove, sixth year, 79-50. 2005


Once-beaten Niles has close call in 17-16 win

Campbell's Rich Tisone had three singles in a win over McDonald. YOUNGSTOWN -- Joe Razzano had


State audit would cost Boardman Township $78,000

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER BOARDMAN -- It would cost $78,000 for the state


MOUSSAOUI TRIAL Judge: Jury will hear Flight 93 recording

Flight 93 was headed for the Capitol before heroic passengers forced it down. ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP)


U.S. doctors see an increase in fungal infections

Most of the patients wear contact lenses and live in warm areas. ORLANDO, Fla. (AP) -- Alison


ROUNDUP | News and notes

Browns: The Cleveland Browns have signed defensive lineman Simon Fraser, who appeared in all 16


Panel to look into time for ambulance response

Firefighters respond until ambulance companies arrive. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


GM's shift cut will cost Lordstown, mayor says

Lordstown could lose up to $500,000 of its $3 million budget, the mayor said. By TIM YOVICH


AP Sportlight

AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA April 6 1896 -- The first modern Olympics begin in


NBA

NBA Favorite Points Underdog NEW JERSEY11Charlotte MIAMI1 1/2Detroit DENVER 4 1/2LA Lakers


Students, unions smell victory over labor law

More than a million people marched in the protests. LOS ANGELES TIMES PARIS -- French students


Grisdale will remain Poland's boys coach

Superintendent Dr. Robert L. Zorn said Grisdale's job was not in jeopardy. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT


WAR IN IRAQ | Recent action

Iraqi authorities filed genocide charges against Saddam Hussein on Tuesday, accusing the ousted


CLEVELAND I-X amusement park brings a variety of entertainment

Organizers are offer Latin, Christian and teen pop acts. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Leaping Lipizzaners put on airs

By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- With classical music and sharply


Senior circuit down to trio

Raymond Floyd, Gary Player and Charles Coody are the oldest playing Augusta. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) --


NHL ROUNDUP Tuesday's games

Rangers 3, Flyers 2 NEW YORK -- Kevin Weekes was still holding court with a small group of


Bucs lose again

Bucs lose again Gabe Gross homered as a pinch-hitter in his first at-bat with Milwaukee and Chris


Dangers of cyberspace

Dangers of cyberspace Parents can learn how to protect their children from the dangers of


"Jean-Michel Cousteau: Ocean Adventures" (8 p.m., PBS): The Cousteau name is synonymous with

"Jean-Michel Cousteau: Ocean Adventures" (8 p.m., PBS): The Cousteau name is synonymous with


HOW HE SEES IT First things first: Secure our borders

Opinion: By MICHAEL GOODWIN NEW YORK DAILY NEWS Given the importance and emotions surrounding


Judges' cramped quarters are issue

The appellate court moves to its own building later this spring. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR


HELOISE Hints help make a great snack pop

Dear Readers: Who doesn't love popcorn? It's delicious, high in fiber and can be a low-calorie


Gators face choice: NCAA repeat or riches?

Three sophomores, including Joakim Noah, must decide whether to return. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) --


BASEBALL LINESCORES

BASEBALL LINESCORES NILES 17, CHANEY 16 Niles3331340--17153 Chaney1035070--16133 WP--Brian


KANSAS Abortion foes seek probe of death case

A 1970 law lets citizens call for a grand jury investigation. WICHITA, Kan. (AP) -- Abortion foes


MASSACHUSETTS Health care plan meets criteria of Democrats, GOP

Romney announced in December that he won't seek a second term as governor. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A


MONDAY'S GAMES

MONDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston 7, Texas 3 Baltimore 9, Tampa Bay 6 Detroit 3, Kansas


Missing boy found

Missing boy found YOUNGSTOWN -- An Amber Alert was being prepared after at least eight cruisers


LAW ENFORCEMENT Floor takes over as the chief of Salem Police Department

The new police chief plans no immediate changes. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU


Ralliers urge public input to keep Northside open

The major issue is access to health care for the entire Mahoning Valley. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


Rap Mogul Marion Suge Knight seeking bankruptcy protection

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Rap-music mogul Marion "Suge" Knight staved off receivership for Death Row


Fitch tops Boardman

BOARDMAN -- Fitch High school rallied for two runs in the top of the seventh inning as it posted a


Sculpture gives life to Egyptian mummy

A nationally known forensic sculptor created the likeness. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR


Changes to make election smoother

The elections board has set aside $50,000 for a voting machine storage system. By ED RUNYAN


What: The I-X Indoor Amusement Park.

What: The I-X Indoor Amusement Park. When: Friday to April 30 (weekdays, generally 5-10 p.m.;


DeLay is leaving, but ethical issues remain in Washington

Editorial: If Tom DeLay's resignation from Congress removes the phrase "culture of corruption" from this


Carroll's kindly kidnappers

Opinion: Providence Journal: Obviously, everyone is happy that the American journalist Jill Carroll has been


SCHWEBEL BAKING COMPANY Taking pride in quality

It's only right that after a century in business, the company might have learned a trick or two.


Cleveland State to hire Gary Waters as coach

The former Kent State coach recently resigned from Rutgers. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Former Rutgers coach


Father's illness weighs heavily on Woods' mind

The 73-year-old is too weak to travel to Augusta this week. AUGUSTA, Ga. (AP) -- The first tee


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Janine McCullough and John Braham, Youngstown, boy,


Who needs friends like Jim and Mary?

Dear Annie: My wife and I are friends with "Jim and Mary," whom we see regularly, but only on a


Average player salary is nearly $2.9 million

The Yankees again lead the way with a payroll of just under $200 million. NEW YORK (AP) --


"There is no surgery without risks. The minute that you treat a person, and especially in his head,

Opinion: "There is no surgery without risks. The minute that you treat a person, and especially in his head,


YSU

YSU Softball MOON TWP., Pa. -- YSU's doubleheader at Robert Morris was postponed Tuesday due to


Duke blows big lead as Terrapins triumph

Maryland overcame a 13-point second half deficit to win in OT, 78-75. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS


Seats available on buses for tour of barns

LIBERTY -- A few seats remain on two chartered buses scheduled to leave at 8 a.m. Friday from the


YSU Specialized writing classes target major

The courses are dedicated to writing appropriate to seven majors. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State


Fear of unknown if U.S. leaves may be leverage

Too much pressure to move faster will have the opposite effect. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR


YSU SPRING FOOTBALL Senior Pat Walker healthy, ready for return to lineup

By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State senior offensive tackle


Snoop, Dogg Pound to release new album

NEW YORK (AP) -- Snoop Dogg is back in Tha Dogg Pound. The 34-year-old rapper has reunited with


HUD to probe housing authority

A report of the findings will be done by July 28. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU


COLUMBIANA

COLUMBIANA Health board audit A recap of findings for recovery made in audit of the Columbiana


Agenda

Agenda THURSDAY Canfield Township Zoning Commission, 5:30 p.m., 21 S. Broad St. Poland


GAME TIME

GAME TIME Friday Who: Indians vs. Twins When: 3:05 p.m. TV/radio: Fox 17/62, WKBN-AM (570)


Tribe runs rings around Sox, 8-2

Cleveland erased some of the glitter from the White Sox's celebration. CHICAGO (AP) -- As the


Road rage in Austintown leads to assault case

AUSTINTOWN -- Police said road rage led to an assault in the parking lot of a township video store.


Make the most of life, actress urges

'Find a way to move on' after adversity, actress advises. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


Errors allow YSU to rally

The Zips suffered five errors while the Penguins improved to 9-16. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR


Congress won't get tough on ethics

Opinion: By ELMER SMITH KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Apparently the U.S. Senate has decided that incest is


Pathologist seeks increase in space used for morgue

The morgue has reached its capacity at times. WARREN -- Trumbull County's forensic pathologist


Rocker Gene Pitney dies

LONDON (AP) -- Gene Pitney, a member of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame whose hits included "Town


Harding's Provitt among featured athletes at F.E. Cope Invitational

SALEM -- Jay Provitt of Warren Harding, the MVP of the running events at last week's Ward


Racetracks' licensing hinges on court ruling

A decision is expected within the next 60 days. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU


Rooney to head up commissioner search

He and Jerry Richardson will lead the search for a new commissioner. NEW YORK (AP) -- Owners Dan


Baptist Pastors Council creates scholarship fund for minorities

Details of the scholarship for minority students are still being worked out. YOUNGSTOWN -- The


Commissioners discuss creating position for HR

The director of administrative services wears many hats and may be retiring soon. MERCER, Pa. --


Judge won't let killer free during appeal

David Jenkins has 30 days to appeal his murder conviction. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL


Facing firearms charge

Facing firearms charge YOUNGSTOWN -- After Darnell Jones passed a school bus unloading passengers


Festive dishes feature yogurt as part of flavor

ASSOCIATED PRESS There's an aura of tradition about these dishes, two nicely seasoned variations


Official: More cuts for white-collar staff

KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS DETROIT -- General Motors Corp. will cut its white-collar engineering


IF YOU GO

IF YOU GO Who: Clap Your Hands Say Yeah. When: 9 p.m., Thursday. Where: Beachland Ballroom,


Giving fans what they want boosts show's spirit

Viewers tune in for the subject matter -- and the clothing. UNIVERSAL CITY, Calif. (AP) -- There's


HOW HE SEES IT Singapore banks on migrant workers

Opinion: By DANIEL SNEIDER KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS The fierce debate on immigration ignores a crucial


Sweet briefs official on Habat case

A labor-management review panel said the vice president should go. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR


Brush up on cleaning your hairbrush

Dear Readers: You probably use a hairbrush every day, but how often do you clean it? Hair gel,


Wife's all out of love, stuck in a rut with Jerry

Dear Annie: I have been married for 15 years. I am no longer "in love" with my husband. In fact,


Elias powers Devils past Pens

Scott Gomez had a four-point night for New Jersey. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP) -- Patrik Elias


Phantoms' series with Barons tied; more to come this weekend

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- For the Mahoning Valley Phantoms junior


WEDNESDAY

WEDNESDAY BASEBALL SUMMARY FITCH 7, BOARDMAN 5 Fitch2000122--793 Boardman1102010--5135


TOWN HALL Next season

All lectures are at 10:30 a.m. in W.D. Packard Music Hall, Warren. Forthcoming Trumbull Town Hall


Tribe makes it official: Sabathia headed to DL

He may be out several weeks with a strained right oblique muscle. CHICAGO (AP) -- Cleveland


Treasurer facing more court action

Police filed the new charges Wednesday. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU NEW


UCI Ghent-Wevelgem ProTour Classic

UCI Ghent-Wevelgem ProTour Classic At Wevelgem, Belgium 131 miles 1. Thor Hushovd, Norway, 4


Softball

Softball Geneva 9-10, Thiel 1-1 -- Ashley Archer picked up a complete-game victory in game one. In


Officials sign deal for natural gas savings

The program began this month. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF LIBERTY -- Some


Forum woes raise questions

Opinion: Forum woes raise questions EDITOR: A recent Vindicator article argued for greater community


For Buckeyes, the best is yet to come: Ginn turns electricity into consistency

With Santonio Holmes headed to the NFL, Ginn must step up this season. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ted Ginn


CONSERVATIVES TWEAK PLAN

Conservatives tweak plan WASHINGTON -- Conservative Republicans tweaked their alternative to a


FINA Short Course

FINA Short Course World Championships At Shanghai, China Men 200 freestyle -- 1, Ryk


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Charkela Thompson, Boardman, girl, April 4. Forum Health Women


Hearing gives voice to casino questions

One speaker said a casino would provide year-round tourism. GETTYSBURG, Pa. (AP) -- Local


Revenue to cover shortfall

Youngstown's mayor says the financial expectation for the center wasn't realistic. By DAVID


BIRD FLU Experts: Keep cats indoors

Chicken should be cooked to a minimum of 165 degrees to kill pathogens. NEW YORK (AP) -- People


Delphi Packard: So far, so good

By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR BUSINESS EDITOR No news is good news for Delphi Corp.'s local


HOW SHE SEES IT Stalinism rearing ugly head in Russia

Opinion: By ANNA POLITKOVSKAYA WASHINGTON POST MOSCOW -- We are using Stalin's methods again, this time


IRS told to guard against ID theft

More than a million tax returns are outsourced overseas. SCRIPPS HOWARD WASHINGTON -- Law-


City's electric rates to stay high

Deregulation of electricity hasn't worked in Ohio, an AMP-Ohio official said. By TIM YOVICH


Poland to add to village forest area

By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER POLAND -- Poland Municipal Forest is growing by about 11


Facts don't seem to matter to many

Opinion: What is more frightening than any particular policy or ideology is the widespread habit of


Doubt cast on data about Iran

Iran says it has missiles invisible to radar and torpedoes too fast to be avoided. WASHINGTON


BASEBALL SCORES

BASEBALL SCORES EAST Adelphi 5, New Haven 4 Fordham 8, N.Y. Tech 7 St. Joseph's 10, La Salle


National Hockey League

National Hockey League EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLOTPtsGFGA x-N.Y.


Man is charged with failure to register as sexual predator

By TIM YOVICH and JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A court order failed


Milwaukee pulls out 3-2 win over the Pirates

Prince Fielder's single in the eighth inning broke the 2-2 deadlock. MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Prince


National Basketball Association

National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB y-New


THE CONTENDERS | Masters

A look at the top 10 contenders for the 70th Masters: Tiger Woods Age: 30 Best Masters finish:


YOUNGSTOWN Council votes to hire city clerk replacement

Council also promoted another employee in the clerk's office. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL


Government unions get retroactive raises

County deputy sheriffs have a new pay scale. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU


IRAQ Saddam says kids' ID cards were forgeries

The former dictator brought up the street violence in Iraq today. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Saddam


Political elite cause damage

Opinion: By PYOTR ROMANOV RIA NOVOSTI MOSCOW -- While recognizing the universal and appropriate appeals


Federal court fails to rule in Beatty/Dick Tracy case

Federal court fails to rule in Beatty/Dick Tracy case LOS ANGELES -- A hearing in federal court on


Herberger's 3-hitter leads Mooney to win

Krista Kiraly pitched a no-hitter with 12 strikeouts for Jackson-Milton. YOUNGSTOWN -- Freshman


Officials hire firm for ReadyAir case

The county has also reached a $3,000 settlement with its former 911 director. By ED RUNYAN


Candidates' views differ over fund-raising methods

The '527' organizations don't coordinate fund raising with the candidate. By DAVID SKOLNICK


Panel waits for word from law director

The city hasn't given the commission a legal opinion on abolishing the two positions. WARREN --


TODAY

TODAY 12:30 p.m. (ESPN) Baseball: Cubs at Reds. 1 p.m. (ESPN) Golf: "This Is the PGA Tour." 2


MLB ROUNDUP Tuesday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 6, Twins 3 TORONTO -- Roy Halladay outpitched Johan Santana in a


Dispatchers union votes to accept contract

AUSTINTOWN -- The union for the township's dispatchers has voted unanimously to accept a contract,


FOOD SALES AND DINNERS

THURSDAY XCroatian Home will hold a pasta dinner from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the clubrooms at 3200


AMERICAN LEAGUE

AMERICAN LEAGUE INDIANS 8, WHITE SOX 2 CLEVELANDCHICAGO abrhbiabrhbi Szmore cf6011Pdsdnk


Both vulnerable. South deals.

Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH 8 5 4 6 4 2 A 4 3 2 10 3 2 WEST EAST Q 9 7 6


Hall of Fame picks feted by Massachusetts lawmakers

It was a victory lap for them one day after their induction was announced. BOSTON (AP) -- Joe


Emergency plans can be adapted to situations, Israeli expert says

The key to calming public panic in a disaster is quick, cohesive action. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


Cavs get a W, lose a Z: Ilgauskas hurt in rout

LeBron James scored 37 points to lead Cleveland to its ninth straight win. CLEVELAND (AP) --


Major League Soccer

Major League Soccer Major League Soccer At A Glance By The Associated Press All Times EDT


JACKETS ON A ROLL

Jackets on a roll Over their last 50 games the Columbus Blue Jackets have played the best hockey


Federal employee held and charged

The man was arrested in the middle of an Internet chat with the 'girl.' WASHINGTON (AP) -- A


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