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COLLEGE
COLLEGE Baseball WESTERVILLE, Ohio -- Senior LF Aaron Meadows (Wellsville, Ohio) went 3-for-3,
CCW Academy open house
CCW Academy open house CCW Academy, 585 Sanderson Ave., Campbell, will have an open house from 9
Ex-Enron CEO denies he cheated on his taxes
Ex-Enron CEO denies he cheated on his taxes HOUSTON -- Former Enron Corp. Chief Executive Jeffrey
Parents announce Maloney- Cerni wedding plans
XThe engagement of Tara Maloney, 2860 Detroit Ave., Cleveland, and Joseph Cerni, 7590 Eisenhower
EDs: ADDS description of revenue sharing method
EDs: ADDS description of revenue sharing method 2006 Baseball Franchise Values By The Associated
PROFILES In the running
Thumbnail sketches of names floated as possible replacements for Iraq Prime Minister Ibrahim al-
Stuart Appleby opens with a 66 for the lead
Maria Hjorth and Cristie Kerr shot 65s to share the lead in LPGA play. HUMBLE, Texas -- Stuart
Girard's Dutton in 1-hit, 10-0 win; Heath is perfect
Dave DeJacimo hit often and got the mound win as Lakeview beat Champion. LEAVITTSBURG -- Brett
Dedicated to a vault, Chase saves history
An archivist returned to the roots of Mahoning Valley banking. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Marin-Thomas wedding to be in Liberty church
XThe engagement of Megan Elizabeth Marin and Joseph Saad Thomas, both of 1926 Willoway Circle S.,
Harding has blast in blowout victory
Mike Barone and Tristan Suchora scored runs for Struthers. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Distracted driving causes most crashes
Dialing a cell phone increases the crash risk threefold. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Distractions for
NBA PLAYOFFS
NBA Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Saturday, April 22nd. Best of Seven Series-First Round
'Mimi' can get help for bedwetting problem
Dear Annie: Your column is so informative and useful, I hope you can help with my problem. A person
Wide open tournament likely for Stanley Cup
The Red Wings and Senators have home-ice advantage in the conference pairings. NEW YORK (AP) --
Deficit looms, even with cuts, official says
The size of a potential November tax levy has yet to be determined. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
Katrina contract overpaid by 20%, audit says
The company suddenly raised its price one day after presenting an estimate. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The
Officials refusing to extend deadline for enrollment
They expect to enroll 90 percent of the 43 million eligible seniors by May 15. WASHINGTON (AP) --
CAMPAIGN FINANCE | Pre-primary reports
MAHONING COUNTY OHIO HOUSE 59TH DISTRICT Kenneth A. Carano* (D): Had, $2,127; contributions, $0;
'THE GOLDEN APPLE' REVIEW Character interaction turns opera into enchantment
The voices are delightful, and the presentation is funny. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Overall Standings
Overall Standings (After 3 Stages) 1. Floyd Landis, United States, 10 hours, 27 minutes, 45
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association Final EASTERN CONFERENCE Atlantic Division WLPctGB y-New
Police chief reprimanded in writing by supervisors
By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Union Township Police Chief Joe
Government cracks down on employers
Seven current and former IFCO Systems managers were arrested. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The government
FCC probes radio stations over accusations of payola
LOS ANGELES (AP) -- The Federal Communications Commission has opened an investigation into alleged
Woman, 31, arrested in purse-snatching
BOARDMAN -- Police have arrested a 31-year-old Youngstown woman accused of snatching the purse of an
Paint manufacturers dispute lead verdict
Cleanup could cost between $1.37 billion and $3.74 billion. PROVIDENCE, R.I. (AP) -- Three former
AGENDA SATURDAY
Agenda Saturday Beaver Township Park Board special meeting, 6:30 p.m., township administration
Prime minister to step aside
The seven-party Shiite alliance is to begin choosing a replacement today. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Events stir up interest in movie
Many protesters wear T-shirts with the logo from 'A Day Without a Mexican.' ASSOCIATED PRESS As
Hagan raises the most for race
The campaign funds of two House candidates are in the red. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS
Brazil to open uranium-enrichment center
Brazil doesn't have border disputes and isn't in an arms race. RESENDE, Brazil (AP) -- As Iran
Cooperation pledged, but no deals made
Protesters objecting to the treatment of Falun Gong demonstrated all day. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Decapitated heads of police are found
ACAPULCO, Mexico (AP) -- The decapitated heads of two police officials were found early Thursday
'Rally in the Ridge' set for the weekend
MINERAL RIDGE -- The Greater Youngstown Area Soap Box Derby Association will host the spring "Rally
Tyson employee who was suspended opens fire at plant
PINE BLUFF, Ark. (AP) -- A Tyson Foods Inc. employee who had just been suspended from his job
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Subway Fresh 500 Avondale, Ariz. Schedule: Saturday, race, 8:25 p.m. (FOX, 8
ASSOCIATIONS
ASSOCIATIONS The Licensed Practical Nurse Association, Division 3 of Mahoning and Trumbull
Parents announce date of Donoghue, Hagerty wedding
XPlans for the upcoming marriage of Erin Donoghue, a daughter of Timothy and Jody Donoghue, all of
Admission presents doubts for officials
Jurors must decide life in prison or execution. ALEXANDRIA, Va. (AP) -- Prosecutors acknowledged
Sprint Nextel's new FanView helps fans
It's like sitting in front of a television watching the race. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- From his
Mayor pushes crime-fighting effort
The mayor spoke of the challenges and opportunities of his first 100 days. By NANCY TULLIS
Fundraisers to aid New Orleans work
The Leetonia St. Vincent de Paul Society will have two fundraisers to help defray travel expenses
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Cesareo Manuel R. Blanco, 29, of 10301 Montrose Ave. #202,
Measure shorts troop equipment but backs Osprey
WASHINGTON (AP) -- A Senate measure to fund the war in Iraq would chop money for troops' night
Proper storage of firearms is essential
Opinion: By Sen. ORRIN HATCH KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE We' just finished filing our taxes, and most of us
$2M debt passes to Forum in default Oakhill Renaissance closing announced
By DEBORA SHAULIS and WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF WRITERS YOUNGSTOWN -- Forum Health
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Client drop-in center will be relocated
An underground fuel tank is holding up the sale of the former Woodside Hospital. By WILLIAM K.
No longer unthinkable: Penguins fire GM Patrick
Despite his Hall of Fame resume, the team will not renew his contract. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Craig
Delphi's job cut report, lavish cruise coincide
Delphi has sponsored two cruises for hundreds since it filed for bankruptcy. DETROIT FREE PRESS
Best Bets on TV Tonight
Miss USA pageant (9 p.m., NBC): Carson Kressley figures to add some spice to this year's Miss USA
Cleveland Museum of Art plans to send artwork on world tours
CLEVELAND (AP) -- The Cleveland Museum of Art, closed for renovation and expansion, announced plans
Jury convicts Franklin in teen's death
The defendant and the deceased were partners in crime. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Presidents pledge their cooperation
Presidents pledge their cooperation PRESIDENT BUSH and Chinese President Hu Jintao pledged
Candidates spend big on primary campaigns
Mauro Cantalamessa led Frank Fuda in spending so far. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
16 gallons of gas taken from car tank
AUSTINTOWN -- A Barrington Drive woman told police 16 gallons of gas were stolen from her car. The
Will Smith accidentally crashes mar mitzvah
Will Smith accidentally crashes mar mitzvah JERUSALEM -- He never got an invitation and he
5 teens held in school gun plot
RIVERTON, Kan. (AP) -- Five teenage boys accused of plotting a shooting rampage at their high school
Judge: Keep defendant locked up
The defendant's father shooed reporters away, saying 'Let us go.' By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
"The alliance is leaning toward changing (the nomination). The majority opinion is in favor of
Opinion: "The alliance is leaning toward changing (the nomination). The majority opinion is in favor of
YSU News and results
Baseball Mother Nature flexed her muscles again and forced the Wright State baseball team to flip-
Cavs' season continues
Cavs' season continues The Cavs don't have to wait until next season for new ones. This spring,
FEB. 19 -- DAYTONA 500, DAYTONA BEACH, FLA. (JIMMIE JOHNSON) FEB. 26 -- AUTO CLUB 500, FONTANA, CALIF. (MATT KENSETH) MARCH 12 -- UAW-DAIMLERCHRYSLER 400, LAS VEGAS (JIMMIE JOHNSON) MARCH 19 -- GOLDEN
Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto Club 500, Fontana,
Today is Friday, April 21, the 111th day of 2006. There are 254 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Friday, April 21, the 111th day of 2006. There are 254 days left in the year. On this date
Pitching problems continue as Tribe falls to Orioles
After winning 15-1, Cleveland gave up 27 runs in two games. BALTIMORE (AP) -- Big rallies and
Carr's latest stumble is one for the books
Opinion: State Sen. Charlie Wilson isn't the only Democratic candidate in the 6th Congressional District
Who doesn't like Andy?
Milonakis' brief clips have become Web classics. By SUSAN CARPENTER LOS ANGELES TIMES
Youngs fires a one-hitter, strikes out 11 for Mathews
Mooney and Fitch defeated teams from outside the Mahoning Valley. BRISTOLVILLE -- Caitlin Youngs
Donor offers cash to buy land for park
The money will cover the cost of 41 acres next to the Leather Works site. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Children Services honors families, volunteers, donors
Photographer Diana Lynn Teachout and Delphi Packard engineers also were honored. By ED RUNYAN
Surplus food
Surplus food Victory Lutheran Church, 2110 Glenwood Ave., various commodities, 9 to 11 a.m.,
Savaet baffles Reserve batters
The Springfield ace tossed a five-hitter in a 5-2 win. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
Movie listings are based on the best information provided to us at press time. Schedules are subject
thistledown results
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Ich Liebe Dich $2.60$2.40$2.10 Frolic a Lot (Spieth S.)
MAJOR LEAGUE ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Angels 6, Twins 4 MINNEAPOLIS -- Jose Molina's two-out double drove in pinch-
Harvick ponders contest to choose big driving prize
Operation Big Chance is still in the planning stages. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- There's "American
Generals take brave stand on Iraq war
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- About the riveting case of "the generals," one could say that, after all, retired
Season comes alive
Season comes alive White flowering crab apple trees near Hall Avenue in Hubbard provide the
Voters should take note of Supreme Court races
Editorial: Voters don't tend to get excited about Supreme Court races in Ohio, which is a shame because the
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. REAL PARTY GUY: Frankie Avalon
Lowe's Speedway passes Martin's test
The driver was upset with the previous resurfacing job. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- If there's anything
'FRIENDS WITH MONEY'
'FRIENDS WITH MONEY' Grade: B Director: Nicole Holofcener Running time: 1:28. Rating: R
Shutrump pleads guilty to growing pot
YOUNGSTOWN -- Richard J. Shutrump, 39, of Lealand Avenue, Poland, pleaded guilty Thursday to
Too much privilege afforded to athletes
Opinion: WASHINGTON -- "Why, we couldn't even have a beer on campus in my day," an octogenarian lawyer,
AREA
AREA Calling hours today for Dove CANFIELD -- Calling hours for Bob Dove, 85, will be today from
PGA Tour Shell Houston Open
PGA TOUR SHELL HOUSTON OPEN Thursday At Humble, Texas Purse: $5,500,000 Yardage: 7,457; par
Pittman watches from sideline
A lot of eyes have been riveted on an acclaimed recruit from Akron. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State
Consultant to educate voters
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Lawrence County commissioners have hired a consultant to help educate voters on
Why are the generals speaking up now?
Opinion: By MELVIN R. LAIRD and ROBERT E. PURSLEY WASHINGTON POST The retired general officers who have
Tour de Georgia Results
Tour de Georgia Results Thursday Third Stage 24.8-mile stage from Chickamauga, Ga., to
Transit system preparing to haul more senior citizens
A Senior Advisory Committee member says transportation is a high priority. By TIM YOVICH
Tree planting celebrated
SALEM -- Salem's Arbor Day as proclaimed by Mayor Larry DeJane will be celebrated with a planting of
In 1953, he became 1st man to fly twice speed of sound
As a test pilot, Crossfield flew rocket-powered aircraft. RANGER, Ga. (AP) -- Scott Crossfield,
School board OKs expenditure of $95,562 for improvements
Joe Lane Drive will be paved. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MINERAL RIDGE --
Company looks at site in Warren
Warren is in competition with Pennsylvania for the facility. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Now it's time for Geiger to show what he's got
When you're the chosen one of network and record executives alike, the pressure is definitely on.
Get dust under control
Dear Readers: Dust in our homes is a never-ending problem. It seems that we've just dusted and it's
'Friends with Money' explores elusive truth
By JAMI BERNARD NEW YORK DAILY NEWS It's hard to imagine Jennifer Aniston cleaning other
NFL Europe League
NFL Europe League WLTPctPFPA Amsterdam410.800160130 Rhein410.80011472 Frankfurt320.6009589
Both vulnerable. South deals.
Both vulnerable. South deals. NORTH Q 10 9 A 6 2 8 4 2 A J 7 4 WEST EAST A 6 7 5
MISL Playoffs
MISL Playoffs SEMIFINALS (Two-game series, golden-goal tiebreak) Chicago vs. St. Louis
May to be Jewish heritage month
The May designation will replace the one-week event in April. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI --
NHL PLAYOFFS First-round series
EASTERN CONFERENCE No. 1 OTTAWA (52-21-3-6) vs. No. 8 TAMPA BAY (43-33-2-4). 2005-06 series
ATP Masters Series Monte-Carlo
ATP MASTERS SERIES MONTE-CARLO At Monte Carlo, Monaco Purse: $2.52 million (Masters) Surface:
Candidates reporting cash raised
U.S. Rep. Ted Strickland has raised $4.1 million for his gubernatorial bid. By DAVID SKOLNICK
'High School Musical' sequel is in the works
'High School Musical' sequel is in the works Fans of "High School Musical," the most popular