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PULITZER PRIZES | A list of winners
The 2006 Pulitzer Prize winners, announced Monday: JOURNALISM: Public service: Two Prizes: The
Council delays sewer tap-in in Hubbard
HUBBARD -- City council decided at its meeting Monday to forgo offering a third reading on an
Council seeking bids to repave numerous streets
Rosewae Avenue improvement project should get under way by mid-May. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Summer wedding for Crystal Retort and Daniel Kane
BERLIN CENTER -- Bob and Fran Abercrombie, 7750 S. Duck Creek Road, are announcing plans for the
New motifs are designed for jewelry
NEW YORK (AP) -- Noted architect Frank Gehry collaborated with Tiffany & amp; Co. on a new
Village council makes changes to update zoning regulations
Some of the changes are minor. LORDSTOWN -- Village council has updated its zoning regulations.
Petro is the better choice for GOP bid for governor
Editorial: In the highly charged race for the Republican nomination for governor in the May 2 primary, Ohio
Grand jury issues indictments against Duke lacrosse players
DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- A grand jury issued sealed indictments Monday against two members of the Duke
Agenda
Agenda WEDNESDAY McDonald Village Council ,7 p.m., council chambers. The Brookfield "Save Our
Police investigate theft of ATM at BP station
NORTH JACKSON -- Jackson Township police hope to receive tips from motorists about a Saturday
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
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Penn St.'s Posluszny anxious to play again
The standout linebacker is recovering from a knee injury. STATE COLLEGE, Pa. (AP) -- All-American
Pujols only sees the ball and not the big picture
Pittsburgh scored its only run in the eighth on pinch-hitter Nate McLouth's RBI single. PITTSBURGH
Ex-Gov. Ryan convicted of fraud, racketeering
The ex-governor could get at least 20 years in prison at sentencing Aug. 4. CHICAGO (AP) -- Former
Handshake helped close the race gap
By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Major League Baseball celebrated "Jackie Robinson Day"
Perry pumped about 'D'
The senior cornerback can't wait for Saturday's jersey scrimmage. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR
They can't put up a fence, so instead, it's potty time
Toilets and brushes make a statement in suburban Cincinnati. CINCINNATI (AP) -- A suburban couple
fundraiser
FUNDRAISER The Vindicator/Jean Neice PLAYHOUSE BENEFIT: The Youngstown Playhouse will hold
BOSTON MARATHON
Boston Marathon Kenyans swept the Boston Marathon, but Americans were boasting of a breakthrough.
Format and funds are key issues, group says
The group suggested revamping the school calendar and hours, and de-emphasizing proficiency tests.
Cavs' drought is over: Playoff tickets sell out
It's been four years since a pro team in Cleveland has reached the postseason. CLEVELAND (AP) --
Ohio Dems join suit to fix school funding
The federal court is being asked to enforce a state court ruling on funding. By HAROLD GWIN
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Bush, Cheney helped DeWine campaign
WASHINGTON (AP) -- A GOP senator from Ohio who has emphasized his independence has used two major
American troops deserve first-class trip
Opinion: By RONNIE POLANECZKY PHILADELPHIA DAILY NEWS PHILADELPHIA -- When he went on his frequent
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
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NBA James sits as Cavs defeat Celtics, 93-88
Cleveland needs one more win to reach 50. BOSTON (AP) -- The Cleveland Cavaliers continue to
Appeals court rejects woman's lawsuit
The next hearing in the Moadus lawsuit is set for May 17. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Suspicious bottle prompts dorm evacuation
FAIRBORN, Ohio (AP) -- A dormitory at Wright State University was evacuated Monday after the
Many black kids' tests left out of racial groups
About 40,000 pupils in Ohio aren't counted under racial categories. COLUMBUS (AP) -- LaTonya
Man on trial in case of 5 counts of child rape
WARREN -- Testimony is under way in the trial of a Homewood Avenue Southeast man accused of five
Courtney is area's best in Boston Marathon
BOSTON -- S. Mark Courtney of Grove City, Pa., was the top finisher in the men's 50-59 age group at
A reunion banquet for Bloomfield High School alumni will be held at 7 p.m. May 6 in St. William
A reunion banquet for Bloomfield High School alumni will be held at 7 p.m. May 6 in St. William
Widow desperate for answers weighs private investigation
The Trumbull coroner suggested the lesser charges are a result of undisclosed evidence. By JOHN
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 1, Cleveland 0 Tampa Bay 9, Kansas City 5 L.A. Angels
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Leyland's Tiger tirade: 'We stunk'
Paul Byrd pitched seven solid innings to lead the Tribe to a 10-2 victory. DETROIT (AP) -- The
Rental inspection, zoning mix mulled
The move must be approved by council and the board of health. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR
NBA ROUNDUP \ Monday's other games
Spurs 115, Jazz 82 SAN ANTONIO -- Manu Ginobili scored 18 points and Tim Duncan added 16 to help
INSIDE \ ON C6
INSIDE \ On C6 Ohio State's Tyson Gentry, who seriously injured his neck during a practice last
Brown mulls run for office
He received the most votes in the 2003 Youngstown school board race. By DAVID SKOLNICK
"Hostel": Filmmaker Eli Roth's truly psycho splatter fest doesn't need more blood and guts to hook horror fans, but the fright-flick arrives on DVD in what's billed as an edition that's a "sicker and
"Hostel": Filmmaker Eli Roth's truly psycho splatter fest doesn't need more blood and guts to hook
White House chief hints at shake-up
WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush's new chief of staff said Monday it was time to "refresh and re-
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
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Medicare drug plan showing its benefits
Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: It certainly didn't help when the Centers for Medicaid and Medicare underestimated
A government study showed raloxifene was safer than tamoxifen.
A government study showed raloxifene was safer than tamoxifen. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A newer drug
Teen held in burglary, fire
Police said they recovered the ex-mayor's items from the boy's house. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Ex-Illinois governor convicted of fraud
Ex-Illinois governor convicted of fraud FORMER Illinois Gov. George Ryan, above, was convicted of
Hedge fund tries to slow Delphi's plans
WASHINGTON (Dow Jones/AP) -- A hedge fund run by billionaire investor David Tepper launched a new
Man jailed in robbery; clerk tied up is his wife
Mrs. Ramsey said she would take a lie detector test. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF
FOCUS ON DRUG PLAN
Focus on drug plan A senior day, focusing on Medicare D new drug plan for Medicare beneficiaries,
"We gave him our best military advice and I think that's what we're obligated to do. If we don't do
Opinion: "We gave him our best military advice and I think that's what we're obligated to do. If we don't do
Spielberg to help design 2008 Olympic ceremonies
Spielberg to help design 2008 Olympic ceremonies BEIJING -- Steven Spielberg will join filmmaker
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Soldier comes home, must face battle he lost
Dear Annie: I'm an American soldier who fought in Iraq. I'm not writing about the battles over
Man beaten, robbed
Man beaten, robbed YOUNGSTOWN -- A 24-year-old Austintown man told police he was robbed and
BASEBALL MONDAY'S LINESCORES
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Hair extensions are fast-growing business
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS The audience at the Paris fashion shows was impressed by miles of long
Man tried in death of boy alleged to be accomplice
Franklin also faces charges from a shooting spree last July on the East Side. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Cost of unpreparedness keeps growing
Opinion: By RALPH E. SHAFFER and R. WILLIAM ROBINSON HISTORY NEWS SERVICE Today's centennial of San
Injured player's condition unclear
Coach Jim Tressel urged Ohio State fans to send letters and cards to the hospital to Gentry's
China seeks friendship with Africa, despite U.S.
Opinion: By RAYMOND W. COPSON LOS ANGELES TIMES When President Bush meets with Chinese President Hu
Ursuline's Rohan a college prospect
The junior baseball player has drawn interest from colleges. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
Events to remember Holocaust scheduled
Each program will examine the lessons of the Holocaust. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Jewish Community
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Valot-Langford engagement is being announced
DIAMOND -- Announced by Kevin and Sally Valot, 3889 McClintocksburg Road, is the engagement of their
11-year-old passenger dies after van crash
The driver has a temporary permit. AUSTINTOWN -- The 11-year-old passenger in a minivan that
"NOVA: Dimming the Sun" (8 p.m., PBS): The dismal prospect of global warming is overshadowed by global dimming in a "NOVA" investigation. "Dimming the Sun" reports that sunlight reaching smog-shrouded
"NOVA: Dimming the Sun" (8 p.m., PBS): The dismal prospect of global warming is overshadowed by
5 candidates file unrequired report
One Republican raised close to $600,000 in the 6th District race. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Diane Sekerak to be bride of James Stevens Jr.
WARREN -- Robert and Ann Sekerak, 2474 North Road, are announcing the engagement of their daughter,
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and has issued new permits.
The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications
President faces a Rumsfeld dilemma
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- There is no indication that President Bush has anything but the highest regard for
Events target community price
Getting people involved in their community fosters pride, officials said. By DENISE DICK
CROSBY REACHES MILESTONE
Crosby reaches milestone Sidney Crosby became the youngest player in NHL history to score 100
Police seeking leads to suspects in 3 shootings
Two of the injured are in a hospital intensive care unit. WARREN -- Police continue looking for
Retire winter bedding after spring cleaning
Proper cleaning and storage extends the life of comforters and blankets. WASHINGTON POST It may
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St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
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Public can sound off on Forum at forum
The city is concerned about access to health care if Forum scales back. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
CELEBRATION YSU to honor Shuba
Sixty years ago, Youngstown native George Shuba's handshake with Jackie Robinson symbolized the
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
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HIGHWAY SAFETY Cobalt rates top in front, back crash tests
STAFF/WIRE REPORTS The Chevrolet Cobalt wasn't the best but fared better than most small cars in
ROUNDUP Monday's other games
Capitals 6, Thrashers 4 WASHINGTON -- Rookie sensation Alex Ovechkin scored the tying goal and
Vikings remain on course in TAC
LaBrae rallied from a 2-0 deficit to upend Champion. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Ferree's 10 RBIs propel Fitch
Ursuline senior Ashley Koval just missed throwing a perfect game. MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. -- Kate
No surprise at the winner, but U.S. makes gain
No American man has won since 1983. BOSTON (AP) -- The Kenyan national anthem got its annual
LIBERTY MUTUAL LEGENDS OF GOLF
LIBERTY MUTUAL LEGENDS OF GOLF PAIRS SCORES Monday At Savannah Harbor Golf Resort and Spa
While using the Internet, forward incoming calls to cell phone
Dear Heloise: I have a hint for dial-up Internet users who also have mobile phones. It is a way to
Administration restructuring in plan to cope with deficit
The board is expected to approve a list of possible teacher layoffs this month. By HAROLD GWIN
Seniors prepare for the SCOPE follies
A fun way to forget your troubles Four "brides" above are among about 50 area senior citizens
SUICIDE BOMBER STRIKES
Suicide bomber strikes TEL AVIV, Israel -- A Palestinian suicide bomber struck a packed fast-food
Cardboard is recycled, trustee says
MINERAL RIDGE -- Weatherfield Township Trustee Fred Bobovnyk says he made a mistake last week in
Former mayor raps request for new tax
The former mayor also criticized another of council's decisions. By ERIC GROSSO VINDICATOR
Gonda's 7 hits power sweep; JFK wins
Warren Harding won a league game while Fitch won in South Carolina. STRUTHERS -- Eddie Gonda had
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Joseph P. Schesler, legal age, 2921 Brunswick Road,
Stepfather guilty of rape in use of syringe
The man got caught by the tougher state rape law he had campaigned for. AKRON (AP) -- An Ohio man
Today in History
Opinion: Today is Tuesday, April 18, the 108th day of 2006. There are 257 days left in the year. On this date
POLICE CALLS
POLICE CALLS Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown: CANFIELD
Let the people decide
Opinion: Let the people decide EDITOR: This letter is prompted by the article "Medical battle goes back
MLB ROUNDUP Monday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Red Sox 7, Mariners 6 BOSTON -- Mark Loretta hit a two-out, two-run homer in the