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NOTEBOOK | Indians vs. Red Sox
Bullpen boost: Relievers Jason Davis and Bob Wickman pitched three scoreless innings in Wednesday's
Group has Youngstown flavor
If you've seen 'National Lampoon's Vacation,' this will seem familiar. By CHRIS HEWITT ST. PAUL
Today is Thursday, April 27, the 117th day of 2006. There are 248 days left in the year. On this
Opinion: Today is Thursday, April 27, the 117th day of 2006. There are 248 days left in the year. On this
Study links hormone to diet, exercise
The finding is important, one official said. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE "Eat less, exercise
ATP Open SEAT Results
ATP Open SEAT Results At Barcelona, Spain Surface: Clay-Outdoor Singles Second Round
'Jekyll and Hyde' to end stage season at Playhouse
The musical has a cult following, especially among the young, the director said. By L. CROW
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA April 27 1956 -- Rocky Marciano retires as the
'AKEELAH AND THE BEE'
'AKEELAH AND THE BEE' Grade: B. Director: Doug Atchinson. Rating: PG (language). Running
Cherry Monroe concert for students, friends
Cherry Monroe concert for students, friends YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University's Student
States try to screen, raise awareness
Lobbyists will seek federal action May 12 on Capitol Hill. NEW YORK (AP) -- The attention goes to
Board of education awards pacts to buy new furniture
Both bids came in somewhat higher than the architect's estimates. YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Board
GETTING IT RIGHT
GETTING IT RIGHT State Sen. Marc Dann of Liberty, D-32nd, was misidentified as a state
IN EGYPT, MOURNERS RALLY AGAINST TERRORISM
In Egypt, mourners rally against terrorism Relatives and friends of victims light candles by
"United 93" offers powerful re-creation
By RENE RODRIGUEZ MIAMI HERALD Director Paul Greengrass has heard all about the "Is it too
Group to report on ideas for jail
A jail bed allocation plan is being tweaked to accommodate county court judges. By DEBORA SHAULIS
ATP Clay Court Win Streaks
ATP Clay Court Win Streaks By The Associated Press Open Era (1968-present) 53 -- Guillermo
NBA Playoffs
NBA Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Best of Seven Series - First Round EasternConference
Volunteers decide how much various programs will receive of the $2,805,000 raised by the 2005 Youngstown/Mahoning Valley United Way campaign, except for the $690,423 that goes for United Way
Volunteers decide how much various programs will receive of the $2,805,000 raised by the 2005
CONCERN FOR PATIENTS: Chrissy Heineman, who works for Valley Counseling, said during a public meeting in city council chambers that Forum Health officials would put people at risk if they shut down
CONCERN FOR PATIENTS: Chrissy Heineman, who works for Valley Counseling, said during a public
National Golden Gloves Results
National Golden Gloves Results At Omaha, Neb. Preliminaries (All weights in pounds) 119
Deadly virus spreads to 45 countries
The strand has spread to wild birds that can carry the virus long distances. UNITED NATIONS (AP)
America needs to invest in a new Manhattan project
Opinion: By CLIFFORD D. MAY SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE A hundred years ago, Americans could use
Arena Football League
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Arsonist is sentenced to 4 years in prison
YOUNGSTOWN -- Matthew J. Pupio has been sentenced to four years in prison for aggravated arson in a
NFL ROUNDUP | News and notes
Steelers: Safety Mike Logan re-signed for one season. Wide receiver Sean Morey and linebacker Arnold
The Sources
The Sources Ticketmaster: Kaufmann's in Eastwood, Southern Park and Shenango Valley malls; and
Tour de Romandie Results
Tour de Romandie Results At Payerne, Switzerland First Stage 105 miles from Geneva to Lausanne
Convinced of link, man reports dog's poisoning
Commercial grade rat poison and a bucket were seized by police. By PATRICIA MEADE VINDICATOR
Spain's wake-up call
Opinion: Orlando Sentinel: In the highly competitive global economy, the old ways aren't always the best.
Kids steal the show in film
The film tells inner-city youngsters they should embrace intelligence. By ROBERT W. BUTLER
On area stages this weekend:
On area stages this weekend: "Lost in Yonkers," by the Stage Left Players, 8 p.m., at the
Federal funds aid land study
Officials expect a consultant will visit every township. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
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School board stresses need for levy renewals
A teacher wanted to know what the board will cut if levies fail. By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR
Do-it-yourself balcony repair project saves school district $9,000
McDONALD -- School board president Robert Jones Jr. and members of his family repaired the balcony
More teen boys are breaking the fashion rules
That basic 'prom penguin' look becomes pass & eacute; as clothing choices increase. NEW YORK
U.S. leaders express optimism
Support for the U.S. being involved in Iraq has dropped. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Success in forming
Fitch pounds out 18 hits in 14-3 win
The Falcons improved to 12-3 with the win against Cardinal Mooney. STRUTHERS -- Greg McGlynn
'UNITED 93'
'UNITED 93' Grade: A-. Director: Paul Greengrass. Rating: R for language, and some intense
Who will replace 'Duke' in California?
Opinion: SAN DIEGO -- The baroque process of picking a replacement for jailed Republican Rep. Randy "Duke"
Wednesday's Sports Transactions
Wednesday's Sports Transactions By The Associated Press BASEBALL American League TEXAS
Beamer's parents, Valley natives, offer their praise for Sept. 11 film
By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER David Beamer said the story of United Flight
Hints will solve garment problems in an emergency
Dear Readers: When you are traveling or on the go, sometimes things happen to the clothes you are
Man pleads guilty in shooting
Rowe said he doesn't recall what went wrong the night he shot an acquaintance. By DEBORA SHAULIS
PISTONS WIN GAME 2
Pistons win Game 2 Tayshaun Prince and Chauncey Billups led the Detroit Pistons over the Milwaukee
S. America can learn from Hu's visit to U.S.
Opinion: When Chinese President Hu Jintao visited the United States last week, his first stop was not the
YOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY SOCIETY Famed pianist Watts chose pianos for Ford, Powers
His musical education began at age 4. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER
Judge dismisses cases against dispatcher
NEWTON FALLS -- The case against an emergency dispatcher charged with faking a police officer's
BIRTHS
BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Christopher and Selena Phillips, Boardman, boy, April
"The Office" (9:30 p.m., NBC): In tonight's episode, nosy Dwight launches a ludicrous full-scale
"The Office" (9:30 p.m., NBC): In tonight's episode, nosy Dwight launches a ludicrous full-scale
Pledge to participate: future of extracurriculars
The new pledge should be in use next school year. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Bedra's 4-for-4 aids YSU in split
The Penguins beat Ohio 8-6 in the opener, but dropped the nightcap, 4-2. By PETE MOLLICA
National Basketball Association
National Basketball Association Daily Playoffs FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Saturday, April 22
MUSIC Switched returns with Midwest tour
The band fell into a kind of obscurity in 2002. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT A few
Indians knuckle up to Red Sox
The Tribe got to knuckleballer Tim Wakefield in a 7-1 victory. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS
Volunteers to help remove trash from Poland streams
Five tires and 130 bags of trash were removed from the streams last year. By DENISE DICK
Pujols leads Cards past Pirates, 4-3
ST. LOUIS (AP) -- Albert Pujols prevented Jason Isringhausen's latest failure from hurting the St.
Publisher rebuffs apology
Publisher rebuffs apology NEW YORK -- Teenage author Kaavya Viswanathan has acknowledged taking
ANTHONY SMITH | At a glance
Height/weight: 6-0, 190 High school: Hubbard College: Syracuse. Will earn a bachelor's degree in
Haywood got James' attention
The Wizards center's hard foul on LeBron James set the pace in Game 2. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Brendan
Wilson supporters get write-in tips for voting
The congressional candidate missed the event because of a car problem. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Study: Supplements do not reduce risk during pregnancy
ASSOCIATED PRESS A disappointing new study found that vitamin C and E supplements given to healthy
MLB ROUNDUP | Wednesday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 6, Rangers 4, 10 innings ARLINGTON, Texas -- Kevin Mench hit a grand
ROCK MUSIC Group has Youngstown flavor
Creative freedom matters more to this band than money does. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
British Soccer Scores
British Soccer Scores (Home teams listed first) England Premier League West Ham 1, Liverpool
Board aims to offset natural-gas costs
As with other businesses, the MVSD's natural-gas bill has doubled. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
'Dateline NBC' to air episodes about pedophile sting operations
NEW YORK (AP) -- NBC has scheduled four hours of "Dateline NBC" episodes about its sting operations
Boycott could backfire, cost support, U.S. lobbyists say
Mexicans are targeting American stores and chain restaurants. MEXICO CITY (AP) -- U.S. lobbyists
Tours of courthouse planned for pupils
Essay contest winners will be honored at a luncheon. YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County Bar Association
BASEBALL LINESCORES WEDNESDAY'S GAMES FITCH 14, MOONEY 3
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Vindicator questions private meeting
A public hearing was held on an annexation from Bazetta to Cortland. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Chorale plans spring concert
SHARON, Pa. -- "Made in America" might be the theme of the Shenango Valley Chorale's spring concert,
Time for next chapter in Smith's football story
By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF HUBBARD -- About a decade ago, Hubbard High football coach
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Brian A. Gulu, 29, of 3990 Hopkins Road, Youngstown, and Julie
Minkus decides to start changing its sound
The band will focus on recording the music and then decide how to play it live. By JOHN BENSON
Local districts not to blame for school funding dilemma
Editorial: Gov. Bob Taft and members of the Ohio General Assembly should be made to stand outside polling
ON THE FAIRWAYS This week's events
PGA TOUR Zurich Classic of New Orleans Schedule: Today-Sunday Course: English Turn Golf &
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX--Claimed RHP Eduardo Sierra off waivers from the
Pistons topple Bucks for 2-0 lead in series
Tayshaun Prince and Chauncey Billups led the way in a 109-98 win. ASSOCIATED PRESS AUBURN HILLS,
HORNS OF HAPPINESS With band's music, dance or space out
The upcoming tour features a minimalist approach. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT Why
Ordinance passes; center will open for activities
Vicious dogs would have to be contained, registered and insured. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Appeals court stays jail term in Hiscox case
LISBON -- The 7th District Court of Appeals temporarily stayed a 30-day jail term Monday for former
Weekly Ohio fishing report
Weekly Ohio fishing report COLUMBUS --provided by Ohio's Division of Wildlife of Natural
THISTLEDOWN entries
THISTLEDOWN ENTRIES FRIDAY -- 1:05 P.M. 2nd--Distance: 5 1/2 Furlongs Surface: Dirt Fillies and
Overnight visit with co-workers upsets girlfriend
Dear Annie: For more than a year, I've been involved in a serious relationship with "Dane," a
ReadyAir's failure to repay loan leads to lawsuit
WARREN -- A financial backer of ReadyAir has sued the company and its owner, Robert Moosally, over
Crowds go buy the book(s)
By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT BOARDMAN -- Want to play a little more like Tiger Woods?
City seeks extension of services for tenants
Mahoning Valley Hospital also is negotiating an agreement for maintenance services at Oakhill. By
System can treat Delmont
Officials anticipate no problems with Delmont's medical needs. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Guyer paces Mooney to SVC lead
She had three hits and several defensive plays in a 4-0 win over JFK. YOUNGSTOWN -- Laura Guyer
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AUDITIONS | Where to try out for roles
ACTORS "Fine-Tune." Independent filmmaker looking to cast and shoot locally. Audition 10 a.m.-4
WESTMINSTER BOOK SALE Recipients of funds
Proceeds from the 50th annual used book sale at Westminster Presbyterian Church are donated to:
Port authority approves plan to give land to 3 companies
Allied Erecting and Dismantling would become Youngstown's first foreign trade zone. By ED RUNYAN
House GOP to vote on lobbying bill
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE WASHINGTON -- House Republican leaders plan a vote on a lobbying reform
AGENDA FRIDAY
AGENDA FRIDAY Youngstown Academy of Excellence board meeting, 1:30 p.m., at the school, 1408
"Let God not allow this to be repeated, let God not make our grandsons relive this."
Opinion: "Let God not allow this to be repeated, let God not make our grandsons relive this." Valentyna
Officials, restaurateur discuss sewer line
Authority member Don Hanni wanted to have the legal discussion in open session. By ED RUNYAN
Is lynch law governing Duke rape case?
Opinion: People who were not within 1,000 miles of Duke University have already taken sides in the case of a
Mr. Employer: Americans will work, if you pay them
Opinion: Mr. Employer: Americans will work, if you pay them EDITOR: Having spent the last several weeks
State panel recommends an increase in classrooms
A full report on the district's needs should be done by May. By VIRGINIA ROSS VINDICATOR
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Springfield's Houser has three-hitter in 8-1 victory
NEW MIDDLETOWN -- Senior John Houser pitched a three-hitter and struck out 11 as Springfield High
Devils take 3-0 series lead
New Jersey jumped out early and blanked the Rangers, 3-0. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK -- Patrik
POWERS SHOW PREVIEW Broadway hit tells love story
The song-and-dance musical is set in the Roaring Twenties. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Forum is overstating its projected loss amount, a union official says.
Forum is overstating its projected loss amount, a union official says. By DAVID SKOLNICK and
WATCHED DELIVERY STING
Watched delivery sting NEW WATERFORD -- Village Police Chief Dan Hauter said he got to watch via
Both vulnerable. East deals.
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Though somber, movie gives a sense of triumph
Despite knowing the ending, the film is still suspenseful. By ROBERT W. BUTLER KANSAS CITY STAR
Dinner-dance to feature big-band orchestra
THE VINDICATOR YOUNGSTOWN -- A dinner-dance featuring Ron Chick's Friends, a 22-man big-band
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Andre Watts in recital. When: Saturday Where: Ford Family Recital Hall, 230 W.
Replacing crosspipe
Replacing crosspipe The Trumbull County Engineer's office says Wakefield Creek Road about 1,300
City seeks funds from company
The mayor hopes a deal can get done by Friday. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN
For reader, papaya pills bring relief from heartburn
Q. I frequently have heartburn and finally found a wonderful remedy: papaya pills. Every time I have
King is veteran of four seasons
The Champion High graduate will begin his fifth season with the Penguins. By PETE MOLLICA
Parents offer their praise for Sept. 11 film
THE VINDICATOR, YOUNGSTOWN By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT WRITER David Beamer said