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TODAY
TODAY 1 p.m. (STO) (WKBN-AM 570) Baseball: Indians at Tigers. 6:40 p.m. (WBBW-AM 1240) Baseball:
HOLOCAUST MEMORIES Murdered villagers get new life
The Auschwitz survivor finds therapy in re-creating the villagers who were killed by the Nazis. By
NATION As Americans get bigger, so do products
Some companies cater to overweight Americans. NEW YORK (AP) -- From the cradle to the grave and
PENNSYLVANIA Lawmaker: Let surcharge on homes pay for schools
HARRISBURG (AP) -- A state lawmaker wants to tack a $13,000 fee onto new homes in some high-growth
NILES Utility customers' 2003 fee helps with projects
The flat fee generates about $223,000 annually for storm sewer improvements. By TIM YOVICH
Baffert's latest Derby hopeful wins Blue Grass
Lawyer Ron won the $1 million Arkansas Derby. ASSOCIATED PRESS LEXINGTON, Ky. -- Bob Baffert has
SHARON SPEEDWAY SATURDAY'S RESULTS
SHARON SPEEDWAY SATURDAY'S RESULTS 410 Sprint Cars (A-Main 01): 1. Ed Lynch, Jr., Apollo, Pa.; 2.
PA. GOVERNOR'S RACE Third-party candidate gets a higher profile
The legislative pay-raise debacle is driving Russ Diamond's campaign. HARRISBURG (AP) -- For a
Youths suspected in candy store robbery
YOUNGSTOWN -- A group of youths is thought to have ransacked a South Side candy store, throwing
COMPLIMENTS Expert tells how to praise kids
Boys and girls need different kinds of praise. By SAMANTHA CRITCHELL ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK
MAJOR LEAGUE ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games
NATIONAL LEAGUE Giants 2, Dodgers 0 LOS ANGELES -- Former Youngstown State pitcher Brad
Questions arise in arrest in teen's disappearance
Questions arise in arrest in teen's disappearance ORANJESTAD, Aruba -- An announcement that police
The goal: safe and rare
Opinion: Daytona Beach (Fla.) News-Journal: You might think it can't happen here -- girls bleeding in dirty
OLYMPICS China working to be power at 2008 Games
The country will host the next Olympics and doesn't want to finish second. COLORADO SPRINGS, Colo.
IRAQ As violence continues, so does political deadlock
Four Marines were killed in combat, the U.S. military said. LOS ANGELES TIMES BAGHDAD, Iraq --
OHIO High-tech learning helps in flattening Appalachia's world
Many agree that improving education is the key to the region's future. PORTSMOUTH, Ohio (AP) -- In
Replaced systems reduce amount of contamination
By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Dr. James J. Enyeart, Trumbull County's health
Penalty kick enables Crew to tie Fire, 1-1
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Chris Rolfe scored for the Chicago Fire and Sebastian Rozental converted a penalty
GEORGE F. WILL GOP vote restricts freedom of speech
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- If in November Republicans lose control of the House of Representatives, April 5
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland 7, Detroit 2 Seattle 3, Boston 0 Chicago White
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion
Forum Health Women & amp; Infants Pavilion Steven and Brandy Hinkle, Diamond, boy, April 16.
CHAGRIN FALLS, OHIO Diving human fireball plans to rekindle stunt
Ted Batchelor said the officers who arrested him joined in on the act. CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio (AP) --
ROME In his 1st Easter as pope, Benedict calls for peace
About 80,000 worshippers and tourists attended the Easter Mass. LOS ANGELES TIMES ROME -- In a
Tenn. authorities trap bear suspected of killing girl, 6
NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- A black bear was caught in a forest recreation area Sunday and was being
MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES
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ITALY
Opinion: ITALY La Stampa, Milan, April 12: Now that it has a majority, however small it may be, the center-
HELOISE With some forethought, you can remember special occasions
Dear Readers: The friends in our lives are incredibly special. Sometimes our schedules are so hectic
HOW HE SEES IT Rich elite want to rule over poor mob
Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON LONG ISLAND NEWSDAY During the current debate over immigration, how many
2 house fires keep Salem firefighters busy
SALEM -- City firefighters put out two house fires at the same time Sunday. When firefighters
Police: Man stole cash from BP register
YOUNGSTOWN -- A man who pretended to be buying a drink broke open a cash register at BP, 2069
KUTLESS Judge band on merit, members say
The band is happy with its growing following. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Just
KENTUCKY DERBY Run for the Roses should see fast start
Most of the top entries on May 6 like to get out in front and run. LEXINGTON, Ky. (AP) -- Don't
Run for the Roses
Run for the Roses Don't blink when the gate springs open to start the Kentucky Derby. If you do,
COLLEGE RESULTS
COLLEGE RESULTS GOLF Men CMU Edward Jones Shootout (At The Links at Spring Church Spring
WARREN Ordinance to put the bite on vicious dogs let loose
The ordinance would make it illegal to train a dog to fight. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Man dies after falling from condo's 5th floor
COLUMBUS (AP) -- A man fell from the balcony of a high-rise condominium complex early Sunday and
Campaign promotes education
ATHENS, Ohio (AP) -- Visitors taking Ohio 32 out of this hometown of Ohio University might do a
Bishop holds prayer rally at site in Durham
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- A bishop who led a prayer rally Sunday called for healing in the community
PGA-VERIZON HERITAGE
PGA-VERIZON HERITAGE Sunday At Harbour Town Golf Links Hilton Head Island, S.C. Purse: $5.3
Man uses paper clip to barter for house
PHOENIX (AP) -- Kyle MacDonald had a red paper clip and a dream: Could he use the community power of
"Enron is now used as a term for everything wrong. Not only do I not believe that, I think that's a
Opinion: "Enron is now used as a term for everything wrong. Not only do I not believe that, I think that's a
MONROE COUNTY, PA. Lawyer seeks to move teen to juvenile court
A national children's rights group has organized weekly vigils at the courthouse. STROUDSBURG, Pa.
Today is Monday, April 17, the 107th day of 2006. There are 258 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Monday, April 17, the 107th day of 2006. There are 258 days left in the year. On this date
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"I've Got A Secret" (11:30 p.m., GSN): Just in time to join the recent resurgence of game shows,
MARSHALS MOST WANTED
MARSHALS MOST WANTED William R. Bailey The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking the
NBA ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games
Bulls 117, Heat 93 MIAMI -- Luol Deng scored 17 of his 26 points to spearhead Chicago's first half
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Stephen and Cynthia Work, Youngstown, boy, April 14. Maria
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
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SHARON Vocal Group Hall seeks state funds for projects
The grants would help fund this year's induction ceremony. SHARON, Pa. (AP) -- The cash-strapped
Boy, 7, attacked by mountain lion in Colorado
BOULDER, Colo. (AP) -- A 7-year-old boy hiking with his family was attacked Saturday by a mountain
MECCA Township to dedicate 'world-class' facility
Additional baseball and soccer fields and a parking lot are planned. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Annie's Mailbox Declining an invite? Be polite
Dear Annie: I am a 17-year-old high school senior, and I recently moved to a new school that I
CANADA Officials confirm another case of mad cow disease
It is the fifth case in Canada in nearly three years. TORONTO (AP) -- Canada confirmed a case of
HOW HE SEES IT Iranian president rides high at home
Opinion: By JOHN HALL MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- The general supposition here has been that
NEW YORK Police plan has cameras keeping eye on city
Millions have been spent to put the surveillance cameras in place. NEW YORK (AP) -- Along a gritty
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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Editorial missed the point of what's wrong in Boardman
Opinion: Editorial missed the point of what's wrong in Boardman EDITOR: Your April 11 editorial gently
Black activist dies days after being shot outside city hall
CINCINNATI (AP) -- A black activist died Saturday, days after being shot on a sidewalk after leaving
For many active seniors, age is a number -- and an attitude
The Cleveland Foundation has tested out the idea to get seniors to stay active. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Report: Jolie, Pitt mull Namibian name for baby
Report: Jolie, Pitt mull Namibian name for baby CAPE TOWN, South Africa -- A local governor in
NHL Chicago's rally tops Columbus
The Blackhawks ended a five-game losing streak with the 4-3 win. CHICAGO (AP) -- The Blackhawks
Septic upgrade getting noticed
The health commissioner is baffled by the number of calls on this installation. By ED RUNYAN
ROUNDUP Sunday's other games
Devils 5, Flyers 1 EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. -- Brian Gionta extended his point-scoring streak to 14
Shelton hits 8th homer to beat Tribe
DETROIT (AP) -- Chris Shelton keeps saying he's not a home-run hitter, even though he leads the
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: The Hearts of Innocent Tour featuring Kutless with openers Falling Up, Disciple,
Thome's presence a bonus for Konerko
CHICAGO TRIBUNE CHICAGO -- Consider these Paul Konerko numbers: April 2005: .218 average, 17
Cub win series with 7-2 victory over Pittsburgh
Chicago is 13-2 at PNC Park since May 2004. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- If a team wants to get its offense
PGA TOUR Baddeley gets first victory at Heritage
He had to hold off Jim Furyk with a scrambling par on the final hole. HILTON HEAD ISLAND, S.C.
Ted Strickland is strongest Democrat in governor's race
Editorial: Ted Strickland is a relative newcomer to the Mahoning Valley, moving to Lisbon after redistricting
NBA Wizards beat Cavaliers to reach playoffs again
LeBron James returned to the lineup in a meaningless game for Cleveland. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS LATE SATURDAY 7th--Shifty Sheila (Espinosa)8.204.203.40 Sassy Surprise
OKLAHOMA SLAYING Suspect joked about cannibalism
The man's mother expressed sorrow for the girl's family and called her son 'a wonderful boy.'
NATION
NATION Suspect spoke of cannibalism kKEVIN RAY UNDERWOOD, the man accused of killing 10-year-old
PROFILE Sargent juggles 3 sports, studies
The Lake Erie College sophomore is a starter in all three and holds a 3.5 GPA. By JOHN KOVACH
PREP SPORTS AT A GLANCE
SCHEDULE TODAY BASEBALL Games at 4:30 p.m. unless noted Warren Harding at Beaver Local Chaney
2 robbed outside bar
2 robbed outside bar YOUNGSTOWN -- Two gunmen wearing ski masks robbed the manager and a bartender