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BASEBALL

BASEBALL Babe Ruth -- tryouts for Salem team, Sunday at 4 p.m. at Salem High School. Candidates

Coliseum upgrade plan ready

LOS ANGELES (AP) -- City officials next week will pitch their plans to the NFL for an $800 million

ATP GRAND PRIX HASSAN II

ATP GRAND PRIX HASSAN II Tuesday At Complexe Al Amal Casablanca, Morocco Purse: $400,000

AGENDA THURSDAY

Agenda Thursday Public Library of Youngstown & amp; Mahoning County Board of Trustees,

FORUM HEALTH Myth or fact

The April 24 edition of the weekly Forum Health publication "Forum Flash" offers information in a

Antihistamine warning

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Federal health officials warned parents and doctors Tuesday not to give drugs

School bus hits pole

WARREN -- Electric service was cut to two customers for several hours Tuesday morning after a

Non-English chatter makes situation unpleasant

Dear Annie: I am a nurse, and work in an environment where there is an increasing number of Filipino

180 teens sign up for volunteer event

Students will sort food, paint, read to kids and do outside cleanup for seniors. By WILLIAM K.

Meeting discusses home for boys

The home won't open until it gets state approval. By ELISE McKEOWN SKOLNICK VINDICATOR

"I heard the first bomb; I started running. When I heard the second one, we were still running. It

Opinion: "I heard the first bomb; I started running. When I heard the second one, we were still running. It

Rotary to donate for athletic complex

WARREN -- Warren Rotary Club will present a $15,000 check today to the Mollenkopf Athletic Complex

YSU

YSU Penguins rained out, play today at Cene STRUTHERS -- The Youngstown State baseball team's

Port workers to undergo checks

The new safeguards are part of a 'ring of security' around U.S. ports. WASHINGTON (AP) --

Trumbull school tax issues merit voters' consideration

Editorial: The last thing most school board members and school administrators want to do is ask voters --

City fights to stay within budget

Girard Municipal Court has exceeded its monthly spending schedule. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

Convention planned at WWII museum

HUBBARD -- The Armor Modeling Preservation Society will hold its 12th annual international

Hamas government feels financial pinch

Banks are concerned about running afoul of U.S. terrorism laws. RAMALLAH, West Bank (AP) -- Banks

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Friday, April 21 Ottawa 4, Tampa

TUESDAY'S RESULTS

TUESDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORE ASHTABULA. STS. JOHN & amp; PAUL 12, YOUNGSTOWN

Grant to repair 2 trucks

MERCER, Pa. -- The state has awarded $22,000 to Mercer County for repairs and maintenance on its two

A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland:

A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN April 17 Arrest:

Officials are expected to OK funds to improve buildings

The upgrades had been pushed back because of a lack of funds. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Senate measure threatens troop pullout for inaction

American taxpayers have paid $282 billion for the war in Iraq. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS

Wizards work wonders in Game 2

By cutting off passing lanes, Washington denied a poor-shooting LeBron James an outlet. By JOE

SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses Today At Buffalo Run Casino, Miami, Okla. (ESPN), Jameel

MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jeffery J. Jackson, 24, of 3100 Flo-Lor Drive #12, Youngstown,

Iran threatens to hide nuclear program

Russia launched a satellite for Israel to spy on Iran's nuclear facilities. TEHRAN, Iran (AP) --

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One of accused players faces trial on other charge

The earlier incident could have been dismissed. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A Duke University lacrosse

TODAY

TODAY 12:45 p.m. (WBBW-AM 1240) Baseball: Pirates at Cardinals. 7 p.m. (21) (WBCB-TV) College

McCarthy a hero or villain? It depends whom you ask

WASHINGTON (AP) -- In a city that lives for the whispered nugget of information, fired CIA analyst

Hu's visit: Hot economics, lukewarm politics

Opinion: By RALPH A. COSSA GLOBAL BEAT SYNDICATE WASHINGTON -- I had dinner with Chinese President Hu

Dann: Bad decisions led to mess

Forum will likely downsize Tod Hospital and may move it to the Northside building. By WILLIAM K.

Hearing postponed

Hearing postponed NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- A hearing to determine if Donald Conti can remain on the

Pupil philanthropy

Pupil philanthropy FIRST-GRADERS Connor Fortune, right, and Nicholas Evans, pupils of Marilyn

Bush hopes to spur action

The senators left Tuesday's meeting without the main ingredient they'd sought. DALLAS MORNING NEWS

Shooting suspect held

WARREN -- A suspect charged with felonious assault in an April 15 shooting remains in Trumbull

Yo. Christian falls short, 12-10

Ashtabula Sts. John & amp; Paul also beat the Eagles on Monday. ASHTABULA -- A six-run

After decades, she finally gets a face-lift

Based on a real person, the Sun Maid icon has stood the test of time. By TANYA BARRIENTOS KNIGHT

Study: It's risky to replace recalled heart defibrillator

American medical practices are similar to those in Canada. CHICAGO (AP) -- A new study suggests

Holding cell to be in former county jail

The county will explore holding illegal immigrants in the county lockup. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK

Tagliabue expands group to study revenue sharing

He wants to find out how the plan will work under the new labor deal. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- NFL

Parkman Road drop-off site

Parkman Road drop-off site A new recycling drop-off site has opened at Fire Station No. 6, 2454

Man gets jail time for 2 burglaries

MERCER, Pa. -- A Sharon man will serve up to a year in jail for breaking into a Sharon business on

2 face drug charges

YOUNGSTOWN -- Police arrested two city men on drug possession and other charges on the North Side

Plan redo frees cash for deficit

Eight teachers won't have jobs next year, and 57 others are on a furlough list. By HAROLD GWIN

AMERICAN LEAGUE

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RISKY BUSINESS

RISKY BUSINESS Heart device replacement The finding: Patients who decide to replace their

School board decides to refinance loan

McDONALD -- The village school board is seeking to refinance a $1,599,00 loan. The money was

Expert to speak at annual dinner

The expert will follow up on his institute's 1999 report of Youngstown. YOUNGSTOWN -- Richard C.

"The Standard of Perfection: Show Cattle" (8 p.m., PBS): The show ring isn't reserved for well-bred

Lineups selected for spring gathering

This year's Red and White game appears on paper to be evenly matched. By PETE MOLLICA VINDICATOR

JURY FINDS CALIF. MAN GUILTY IN TERRORISM CASE

Jury finds Calif. man guilty in terrorism case SACRAMENTO, Calif. -- A federal jury on Tuesday

Courts to be moved during renovation

LISBON -- Columbiana County's two common pleas courts will relocate effective May 22 while the

Kids in the Kitchen

Kids in the Kitchen YOUNGSTOWN -- Kids can learn to pack lunches and prepare snacks that are good

Funding bill draws Bush veto threat

The $106.5 billion measure exceeds the president's February request. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The White

Sewer project likely to start soon

Many residents will have to pay $3,200 in fees for the new sewer. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR

Trustees likely to hire Mascarella for post

HOWLAND -- Kim Mascarella, a regional environmental specialist, is expected to be named deputy

Earnhardt Jr. will drive replica of father's car

Junior's trademark red Chevy will be painted predominantly black. CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- The one

Victim's family waits for hearings in vain

A prosecutor is dismayed at the inconvenience the victim's family endured. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.

North-South vulnerable. North deals.

North-South vulnerable. North deals. NORTH K J 10 7 4 2 K 6 5 J 10 4 2 WEST EAST

Authorities probe beating on tape

The network didn't contact authorities. NEW YORK (AP) -- Authorities in upstate New York are

Speculation driving market, traders say

Experts concede that the federal government has limited ability to push prices down. CHRISTIAN

FOOTBALL FORECASTING | NFL draft

21. NEW ENGLAND (10-6) Last season: Battered by injuries to safety Rodney Harrison and offensive

Cowher will put the lid on 2005

Players will get the word to look ahead, not back. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Celebration's over. The

Today is Wednesday, April 26, the 116th day of 2006. There are 249 days left in the year. On this

Opinion: Today is Wednesday, April 26, the 116th day of 2006. There are 249 days left in the year. On this

Sam Mann honored at W &amp; amp;J

WASHINGTON, Pa. -- Sam Mann, a junior pitcher and first baseman for the Washington & amp;

Bicentennial event includes time capsule

SALEM -- Despite rain and cold, about 75 people attended the official opening of the city's

The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications:

For goodness shakes, add dry rice to salt

Dear Readers: Salt is an ingredient in most recipes, and it can also be used around the house as a

Enhanced 911 service moves on slow track

The system may not be completed until the end of 2007. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM BUREAU

Nothing new about immigration crisis

Opinion: By BILL FERGUSON KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Four hundred years ago a tall, lean figure stood on a

softball

SOFTBALL Grove City 15, Thiel 7 -- Grove City College earned its first Presidents' Athletic

MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE

MAJOR INDOOR SOCCER LEAGUE PLAYOFFS SEMIFINALS (Two-game series, golden-goal tiebreak) St.

Suit alleges host has affair

The host and his wife refused to comment on the suit. NEW YORK DAILY NEWS A lawsuit teeming with

CAVS NOTEBOOK From Quicken Loans Arena

Jordan's blunder: Wizards guard Gilbert Arenas bailed out his coach in the final minute of Tuesday's

Interim treasurer appointment rescinded; new one picked in rush

The original appointee's certificate expired Dec. 31. WARREN -- The board of education acted

St. Louis beats cold and Bucs

Jeff Suppan allowed three unearned runs in a 6-3 win on a 47-degree night. ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Juan

Estate of crash victim to get money from case

One more legal matter remains pending in the case. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Bake sale raises $1,000 for farm

The riding stable was destroyed in a fire in March. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF

Pitching woes continue in loss

Boston battled back from a 4-2 deficit to win, 8-6. By ERIC HAMILTON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

More money could speed up shuttle replacement, NASA chief says

WASHINGTON (AP) -- A new spaceship could be ready to replace the nation's aging shuttle fleet by

Nba Playoffs

NBA PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Saturday, April 22 Cleveland 97, Washington 86 San

Police find tub stolen from Austintown store after receiving tip

AUSTINTOWN -- A hot tub that was stolen from a Mahoning Avenue store was found in Youngstown,

Drop-off set for household items

BOARDMAN -- Youngstown State University's re:CREATE program is inviting Boardman Township residents

National leader to speak at dinner

The event marks the expansion of the local Urban League. LIBERTY -- Marc H. Morial, president and

You've got mail ... lots and lots of mail

Opinion: The government's highway safety agency did a survey on driver distractions and found something

Head coach Nolan to be more picky about '06 quality

The second-year coach has a different philosophy for this year's draft. SANTA CLARA, Calif. (AP)

YSU SPRING FOOTBALL Red-White Team Rosters

WHITE TEAM DEFENSE Defensive backs -- Senior Jason Perry, senior Chris Goffer, junior Tyler

BRAD SMITH At a glance

Height/weight: 6-2, 210 High school: Chaney. Grew up on the South Side of Youngstown. College:

Passport edicts may be scaled back for some crossers

The administration is looking at short-term or one-day passes. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The Bush

Al-Qaida leader shows face

The Web video seemed to be an attempt by al-Zarqawi to get attention. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Clad

Natural gas to cost more

The average customer's bill will be $10 higher in May than a year earlier. By DON SHILLING

Father of 19 gets 16 years for rape

The sentence exceeded the prosecution's recommendation. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR STAFF

Dolphins' Williams suspended for 2006 for substance abuse

It marked the fourth time that he was banned for substance abuse. MIAMI (AP) -- Miami Dolphins

INDIANS | Jacobs Field notes

Bullpen woes: Injuries have taken a toll on the Cleveland Indians' bullpen, but manager Eric Wedge

8 Taliban militants killed in missile strikes, gunfights

Four Afghan soldiers died in bombing in mountainous Chawkay district. KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AP)

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS

MOUNTAINEER RESULTS TUESDAY 1st--Bomber Beau (Wilson)42.6012.004.80 Norman Norman

Warren police catch suspect hiding in courthouse

WARREN -- A suspect in a domestic violence complaint sought refuge in an unusual place Monday

Senators rebound with big win

Ottawa has a 2-1 series lead over the defending champions. TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- The Ottawa Senators

Woman wanted on an escape warrant

WARREN -- A woman who said she had breathing difficulties after a municipal judge told her she was

Open house for workshop

YOUNGSTOWN -- A public open house will be from 4:30 to 7 p.m. Thursday at Gateways Industries'

PLAN ELEMENTS Three prongs

President Bush outlined Tuesday how he intends to ease high fuel prices. His short-term strategy

30 arrested in bombings believed tied to al-Qaida

Several radical Muslim groups denounced the bombings as criminal. DAHAB, Egypt -- Egyptian

Pirates lose again

Pirates lose again Juan Encarnacion homered, tripled and doubled, driving in four runs to help the

Justices debate death penalty

WASHINGTON (AP) -- Justice Samuel Alito was ready to play the role of tiebreaker as the Supreme

MONDAY'S GAMES

MONDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Oakland 3, Texas 2 Seattle 4, Chicago White Sox 3, 11 innings

Bonds hits second homer of season -- No. 710

His former trainer has been subpoenaed. SAN FRANCISCO (AP) -- Barry Bonds hit his second home run

Dog's owner arraigned on cruelty charge

CAMPBELL -- Chris Carpenter, 33, of Devitt Avenue was arraigned Tuesday in municipal court on one

Group to return to Louisiana

In February, volunteers built one house and repaired one. AUSTINTOWN -- A group that has been

Atty. Timothy E. Franken, who is a candidate for the 7th District Court of Appeals, was a candidate in 1996 as well, but he did not challenge incumbent appellate Judge Gene Donofrio as was stated in a

Atty. Timothy E. Franken, who is a candidate for the 7th District Court of Appeals, was a candidate

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