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Man to be resentenced for having sex with boys
The defendant is serving 19 years. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A former
China triggers rise in U.S. military spending
Opinion: By MICHAEL T. KLARE PROVIDENCE JOURNAL AMHERST, Mass. -- Ostensibly, the growing threat of
ATP Masters Series Monte-Carlo
ATP MASTERS SERIES MONTE-CARLO At Monte Carlo, Monaco Purse: $2.52 million (Masters) Surface:
NEOUCOM to receive $400K from program
COLUMBUS -- The Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine is getting $398,704 from the
2 Lisbon residents face drug charges
YOUNGSTOWN -- Officers of the city's street crimes unit said they arrested two Columbiana County
Council votes to hire consultant to help explain utility ordinance
An informational meeting on the issue is set for next week. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
If 'friend' won't explain, just end the friendship
Dear Annie: My wife and I have a friend, "Don," whom we've known more than 35 years. We have lots of
A book worthy of a hero
In the winter of 1996, a freelance writer from Sports Illustrated named Myron Cope visited Roberto
ROTISSERIE CHICKEN AND A PACKAGE OF TORTILLAS EQUALS ... SIX EASY MEALS.
Rotisserie chicken and a package of tortillas equals ... six easy meals. By KATHLEEN PURVIS
Officials weigh loans for PONY softball event
The softball tournament will include 320 teams in three age groups. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Good start helps Bucs roll
Jason Bay's three-run homer in the first inning launched a 12-4 win. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The
How does money affect elections?
Opinion: By STEVEN HILL KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE With crooked lobbyist Jack Abramoff sentenced to six years
Two Duke players charged with rape
A third player is expected to be charged. DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- They arrived in the predawn
"Alias" (8 p.m., ABC): After an unbearably long hiatus, Jennifer Garner's spy thriller "Alias"
"Alias" (8 p.m., ABC): After an unbearably long hiatus, Jennifer Garner's spy thriller "Alias"
Woman's club welcomes first male member
DAYTON (AP) -- Financially strapped and desperate for new membership, a 90-year-old private woman's
Columbiana council approves request for Poppy Day sale
COLUMBIANA -- City council has approved a request from the American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post 290
Organizations to share gambling proceeds
COLUMBUS -- Four Mahoning Valley organizations that provide medical and services to people born with
Planning panel backs designation of district
City council must give final approval to the designation. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER
Johnson stymies O's as Tribe cruises, 15-1
The Indians collected 20 hits to back Jason Johnson's second win. BALTIMORE (AP) -- With plenty of
Board OKs 1-year pact with its teachers
SEA agreed to reductions in supplemental contracts and tuition reimbursement. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN
Many to blame for our vacuous politics
Opinion: By PHILIP GAILEY ST. PETERSBURG TIMES Who is to blame for the sorry state of American
Smith sheds troubled past, grows into leadership role
Some feel the quarterback is among the favorites for the Heisman Trophy. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Two
ON THE LINKS \ This week's events
PGA TOUR Houston Open Humble, Texas. Schedule: Thursday-Sunday. Course: Redstone Golf Club,
Man in satisfactory condition after shooting
WARREN -- Wayne Mitchell, 25, of Adelaide Avenue was in satisfactory condition Tuesday night at
Clashes erupt for second day
The violence began when gunmen fired on an Iraqi army patrol Monday. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Clashes
Fungus sends some back to glasses
Dozens of people are groping for glasses because of the fungal infection. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Flynn pitches, bats Hubbard past Irish
Gabby Flynn won her seventh game and led the Eagles to their eighth victory. VIENNA -- Sophomore
Trade tops agenda at summit of Bush, Hu
The leader of China wants to show he has earned respect in the United States. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A
President Bush grants pardons to 11 people
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Court-martialed a half-century ago over $50, George Anderson Glenn was among 11
Urban League stretches into Mahoning
The president of the expanded organization is no stranger to Youngstown. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Crosby breaks Lemieux mark
Toronto ended Pittsburgh's season on a losing note. TORONTO -- Matts Sundin finished off the
NBA ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's games
76ers 91, Nets 88 PHILADELPHIA -- Allen Iverson and Chris Webber did not play because of injuries,
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT For tickets to the Warren Republican Women's Club April 20 card party and style
THURSDAY
THURSDAY Croatian Home St. George Lodge 66 will hold a pasta dinner from 4:30 to 8 p.m. at the
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Roberts makes debut on Broadway
The A-list celebrity has drawn fans' interest. NEW YORK (AP) -- Julia Roberts, Movies Star,
Brown says he is in tune with the voters
The Democrat says he could do much more for Ohio in the Senate. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR
Probe fails to determine how money was lost
LISBON -- Columbiana County Sheriff David Smith said Tuesday he believes $300 paid for a bond was
Salem makes it three in a row
United's girls team edged the Quakers for the county championship. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR
Fashion designers are creating products for furniture market
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS You're panting for an Armani. You have your eye on something from Dior
Urban Design Center offers $60K proposal
Community input will be a part of the township planning process. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Blue Jackets win in OT over Dallas Stars, 5-4
Columbus finished with a franchise-record 74 points. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Sergei Fedorov's one-timer
Niles' record jumps to 13-1
Once-beaten Canfield won twice in Myrtle Beach. GIRARD -- Kyle Pitts tossed a three-hitter over
MLB ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 10, Yankees 5 TORONTO -- If Randy Johnson is hurt, he's not telling.
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Major League Baseball MLB--Suspended RHP Karl Gelinas of the Los Angeles Angels, RHP
The best 6th District race would be Blasdel-Wilson
Editorial: It is a sad commentary on the state of politics -- or at least politics in this area -- that we find
Alltel plans to add 150 workers as it expands Boardman center
Already the Route 224 office has 400 employees. BOARDMAN -- Alltel is adding 150 jobs in a $1.5
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Coalition, teachers union join lawsuit
YOUNGSTOWN -- A teachers union and a coalition of schools have joined the Doe v. State of Ohio
ARENA FOOTBALL
ARENA FOOTBALL Friday's Games Columbus at Philadelphia, 7 p.m. Kansas City at Nashville, 8
Gravlax should be familiar
Don't be tied to one option when it comes to flavorful fish dishes. By CAROLE KOTKIN KNIGHT
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Steven L. Perkins, 30, of 845 W. Tennessee, Ave., Sebring, and
Girl testifies that baby sitter raped her
WARREN -- On the second day of testimony in a rape trial, a 12-year-old girl testified that she was
Man accused of shooting rapper Proof has died
Man accused of shooting rapper Proof has died DETROIT -- A man who police say was shot by rapper
Working group expects copies of judges' letters
Changes have been made to an emergency release mechanism. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF
Bush names new budget director GOP, some Dems praise president's selection
The nominee served in the White House under President Bush's father. LOS ANGELES TIMES
Women forge new reality
Eleven women have had amputations during the Iraq war. WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Her body
Struthers park meeting
Struthers park meeting Struthers Park and Recreation Committee meets at 5:45 p.m. today in
Retired generals embolden our foes
Opinion: What is one to make of the six retired generals who, in recent days, have called not only for the
Fight Schedule
Fight Schedule National TV in parentheses April 20 At Manhattan Center Grand Ballroom, New
Man to be arraigned in double murder
Man to be arraigned in double murder YOUNGSTOWN -- Taurus L. Hearns, 32, of East Liberty Street,
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB y-New
Sunni district clashes persist in Baghdad
Sunni district clashes persist in Baghdad AN IRAQI man, above, mourns for a relative killed by
SKIN CARE INFORMATION Keep ethnic skins beautiful
Here are some useful tips for properly caring for darker skins in order to prevent damage.
City's block grant money isn't for building streets
Opinion: City's block grant money isn't for building streets EDITOR: As a downtown businessman and
Springfield district looks to post new sign
NEW MIDDLETOWN -- The Springfield School District is looking to post a new sign outside the
East Palestine keeps pace in league
Springfield and Jackson-Milton secured Inter-County League wins. HANOVERTON -- The East Palestine
Police probe armed robbery at auto parts store
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating an armed robbery at Advanced Auto Parts around 9 p.m.
Penguins take it on the chin, drop two to Kent State
Youngstown State lost, 6-3 and 12-6 to fall to 11-16 on the season. By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR
Magically, muffins morph into pizza
By RENEE ENNA CHICAGO TRIBUNE Got a few English muffins in the pantry? That means you've got the
In Somalia, educated women sell narcotic khat
Estimates indicate that 75 percent of men use the addictive drug. WASHINGTON POST WAJID, Somalia
Poisonings case closed
Poisonings case closed BANGOR, Maine -- Nearly three years after parishioners drank arsenic-laced
Both vulnerable. East deals.
Both vulnerable. East deals. NORTH Q 7 5 J 4 3 8 6 3 K 5 3 2 WEST EAST J 6 A 9 4
High-quality chocolate needed
CHICAGO TRIBUNE Terrence Crandall, executive chef at The Peninsula Chicago hotel, serves this rich
2 men's drug arrests follow a traffic stop
Street value of the marijuana is $5,000 to $6,000, according to police. By PATRICIA MEADE
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Department of Aging is warning the public to beware of schemes to enroll people in Medicare prescription drug plans for a fee.
COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Department of Aging is warning the public to beware of schemes to enroll people
BASEBALL LINESCORES
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Groups seek action on intersection
PennDOT says the accident total is not large enough to merit more safeguards. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
Tuesday's College Baseball Scores
Tuesday's College Baseball Scores EAST Bentley 13, St. Anselm 4 Binghamton 13-3, Canisius 6-2
"It was a national tragedy. It would not be appropriate to have champagne."
Opinion: "It was a national tragedy. It would not be appropriate to have champagne." Peter Kovacs
Chief seeks to hire more police officers
Officials are reviewing the police chief's proposal. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Plans for new library are available for viewing
The new library will have a meeting room for 180 people. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
ASSOCIATED PRESS
Associated Press IN THE ROSE GARDEN: President Bush listens as Susan Schwab, newly appointed U.S.
Migrants face harsh treatment
Migrants say officials in Mexico are much worse than those in the U.S. TULTITLAN, Mexico (AP) --
GlenOak pulls past Boardman
Jenna Schaffner had two home runs in the Eagles' 3-1 win. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Liberty Mutual Legends-Pairs
LIBERTY MUTUAL LEGENDS-PAIRS At Savannah, Ga. Purse: $370,000 Yardage: 5,538; Par: 72 (36-36)
Judge's ruling favors abortion rights group
WICHITA, Kan. (AP) -- In a victory for an abortion rights group, a federal judge ruled Tuesday that
Library committee puts 2 area firms at top of list for East, South branches
The committee wants workers to display their skills on hometown projects. By NANCY TULLIS
Major Indoor Soccer League
Major Indoor Soccer League Playoffs SEMIFINALS (Two-game series, golden-goal tiebreak)
Surplus Food
Surplus Food Fellowship Church of God in Christ Food Pantry, 115 Frank St., Struthers, various
Rehearsals precede music camp
The band has marched in just about every major parade in the U.S. THE VINDICATOR WARREN -- The
Rumsfeld comes to his own defense
Bush reiterated his support for the defense secretary. NEWSDAY WASHINGTON -- A defiant Defense
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN April 11 Bad check: A
Appeals court rules for Microsoft in suit
The plaintiffs in the latest case allege they were overcharged. RICHMOND, Va. (AP) -- Businesses
Toronto man faces charges in Internet sting
NEW WATERFORD -- Robert Moore, 28, of Toronto has been charged in Columbiana County Municipal Court
(Through Monday's games)
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DUKE PLAYERS CHARGED
Duke players charged Two Duke University lacrosse players were arrested on rape charges Tuesday in
Boone, Caipen key YSU in victory
The Penguins have won three of their last four games in the Horizon League. By PETE MOLLICA
NHL ROUNDUP \ Tuesday's other games
Senators 5, Rangers 1 NEW YORK -- Dany Heatley scored his 50th goal in the third period as the
YSU's Spirtos eyes world title
The Poland High graduate won a national title in March. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
National Hockey League
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Testimony begins in doctors' trial
The doctors were seeing 60 to 100 patients a day. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU
Iran, Nigeria blamed for record high
Americans are paying $212 million per day more on gasoline than a year ago. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Oil
Queen Elizabeth II plans birthday bash
The monarch will celebrate two birthdays this year. HARTFORD COURANT She has launched 23 ships,
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS
MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Darshana (Ramgeet)6.403.202.40 Lady of Spain (Parker)
Germany will help open secret Holocaust files
Till now, Germany had resisted efforts to open the records. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Even while using
Panel to pick new name
The MRF needs to receive recyclables from nearby counties to be profitable. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Dark, sensitive complexions require light touch
Contrary to popular belief, darker skin is not tougher. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS WALNUT CREEK,
Today is Wednesday, April 19, the 109th day of 2006. There are 256 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Wednesday, April 19, the 109th day of 2006. There are 256 days left in the year. On this
Agenda Thursday
Agenda Thursday Jackson-Milton Board of Education, 6 p.m., elementary building. Youngstown
Baking soda helps clean up old microwave spills
Dear Readers: The microwave has to be one of the most frequently used appliances in many homes and
Candidate's contribution triggers measure
The candidate's contribution kicks in the 'Millionaire's Amendment.' By DAVID SKOLNICK