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Fitch music camp
Fitch music camp YOUNGSTOWN -- Children ages 8 to 17 who play stringed instruments can make
CLUB CALENDAR
ATHLETIC GROUPS XMcDonald Baseball Association will meet at 6 p.m. Sunday in the senior citizens
The president's latest pick
Editorial: It is just short of amazing that a man of Henry Paulson's stature would sign on as Treasury
Tennessee eyes biodiesel
Opinion: Jackson (Tenn.) Sun: As motorists, both locally and statewide, continue to feel the pinch of rising
Memorial Scores
MEMORIAL SCORES At Dublin, Ohio Note: Due to inclement weather, 30 players will complete the
NOTEBOOK French Open
Moving up: Now that Shenay Perry is ranked in the top 100, she could become the focus as U.S. tennis
Correspondent hurt by bomb asks about crew
BERLIN (AP) -- A CBS correspondent seriously wounded by a car bombing in Iraq was able to start
Cashier-auditor pleads guilty to office theft
WARREN -- A cashier and auditor in the city's income tax collection office has pleaded guilty to one
North-South vulnerable. South deals.
North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH A J 4 3 A Q 10 2 6 5 3 4 2 WEST EAST
Amendment addresses closures of Farm Service Agency offices
The congressman's spokesman says the amendment is likely to become law. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
WNBA ROUNDUP Thursday's games
Sun 89, Sting 65 CHARLOTTE, N.C. -- Nykesha Sales scored 18 points and Margo Dydek had 16 points
Productivity improves at GM, but it's still not at the top in North America
The Lordstown plant manager said he's pleased with progress made last year. By DON SHILLING
Judge hears contract report
The township solicitor says the contract extension is flawed and 'bizarre.' By MARY GRZEBIENIAK
thistledown results
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 1st--Penny Wise $4.20$3.20$2.20 Mambos Dandee $8.40$4.20
Canfield takes MAC title with 10-0 win
The Cardinals blanked Salem to snap Poland's 19-year reign in the MAC. CANFIELD -- Sophomore
The Vindicator
The Vindicator EXPLOSION: Investigators suspect a natural gas explosion damaged this house at 844
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Randall Q. Cannon, 41, of 8400 Market St., Boardman, and Amy
Durkin's Irish back again
In seven seasons as Ursuline's baseball coach this is his fourth trip to state. By TOM WILLIAMS
'Prairie Home Companion' to premiere in area
THE VINDICATOR BOARDMAN -- The local premiere of the movie "A Prairie Home Companion" will take
OHSAA Baseball Pairings
OHSAA BASEBALL PAIRINGS COLUMBUS, Ohio -- Pairings for the 2006 Ohio High School Athletic
For the safety of son, report neglect to state
Dear Annie: I'm in the middle of a contentious divorce and child custody battle. My wife, "Kelly,"
The New Cars takes act on the road
The refurbished Cars includes singer Todd Rundgren. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
What to do about sexual harassment or abuse
WHAT TO DO ABOUT SEXUAL HARASSMENT OR ABUSE KIDS Tell the person you don't like what they're
Board, public discuss project
The school board hasn't yet voted to seek a bond issue. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Six big nations offer package of incentives
Bush said that if Iran doesn't listen, the matter will go to the United Nations. VIENNA, Austria
On her birthday, Beyonc & eacute; will release her 'B'Day'
On her birthday, Beyonc & eacute; will release her 'B'Day' NEW YORK -- Beyonc & eacute;
Post office in Poland plans event to promote passports
POLAND -- The Poland branch post office will host a Passport Fair from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday
HOW HE SEES IT Scientists agree earth is getting warmer
Opinion: By PAUL C. CAMPOS SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE The Competitive Enterprise Institute, an oil
Apartment building hearing scheduled
YOUNGSTOWN -- A hearing regarding the state of a Boardman apartment building the township and
Officials looking to capitalize on exciting Indianapolis 500
For the second time in three years, a young American won the race. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The
Pirates rally on Doumit's hit to sweep past Brewers
The 4-3 win gave Pittsburgh its first four-game sweep since 2004. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Jose Castillo
REVIEW Charming 'Path' leaves a cozy, warm feeling
The cast makes the characters seem quite real and believable. By L. CROW VINDICATOR
GOOD FOOD, GOOD FAMILY: Jurnee Williams, 7, of Youngstown slurps her spaghetti during the dinner portion of Family Night. Jurnee is the niece of Hayes eighth-grader Mariah Jordan.
GOOD FOOD, GOOD FAMILY: Jurnee Williams, 7, of Youngstown slurps her spaghetti during the dinner
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Schedule and standings Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie
Energy lesson from Cuba
Opinion: By BEN LIEBERMAN HERITAGE FOUNDATION An unlikely political figure is willing to fight for lower
House GOP concerned about elections
Opinion: To the Bush White House, a comprehensive immigration bill combining border enforcement, a guest
Arena Football Playoffs
Arena Football Playoffs CONFERENCE CHAMPIONSHIP American Conference Saturday, June 3 Chicago
Tourism board to broaden its view
When it comes to promoting tourism, think big, board members say. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Ohio EPA plans public hearing on WAE Corp. proposal
CORTLAND -- The Ohio EPA will have a public hearing June 13 on a proposed WAE Corp. residential
Belliard rallies Tribe to 12-8 win
His three-run homer in the seventh put Cleveland ahead for good. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Ronnie Belliard
MLB ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Tigers 7, Yankees 6 DETROIT -- Carlos Guillen singled in the winning run to cap
Austintown woman pleads innocent in school musical instrument thefts
YOUNGSTOWN -- An Austintown woman has pleaded innocent to five counts of theft, all involving
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Seth Tumbri and Nicole Costello-Tumbri, Poland, boy, May 30.
On Area Diamonds \ Youth baseball
Babe Ruth (14-15s) Joe Koch Realty 6, Astro Falcons 0 -- Dan Eich pitched four no-hit innings for
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Luther wins GOP primary by 12 votes
This was the closest state legislative race in last month's primary. By DAVID SKOLNICK
"Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" (8 p.m., Fox): Before she and Brad Pitt became an item, Angelina Jolie
"Lara Croft: Tomb Raider" (8 p.m., Fox): Before she and Brad Pitt became an item, Angelina Jolie
Inner City Softball
INNER CITY SOFTBALL Standings (EAST) Down the Hatch/Tony Cabuno6-1 Sly's5-2 Miller Highi
More setbacks: R. Yates Racing spiraling down
The team has been slipping since 2001. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Dale Jarrett could have been home
Dallas rides Nowitzki to 3-2 lead
He scored 50 points in the 117-101 win over the Suns. DALLAS (AP) -- One game after learning the
Probation follows attempted kidnapping
CLEVELAND (AP) -- A man has been sentenced to five years of probation for taking a 2-year-old girl
Television channel broadcast as a class
The channel includes a community bulletin board. CANFIELD -- Public access Channel 19 is up and
NBA PLAYOFFS
NBA playoffs The Dallas Mavericks defeated the Phoenix Suns, 117-101, to take a 3-2 lead in the
Actress was born to play this part
The teen who plays the fictional country singer is Billy Ray Cyrus' daughter. By JOHN ROGERS
Burnich helps Asheville advance
The former Fitch standout led N.C.-Asheville to the Clemson regional. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR
ANNIE CHRISTINE GREGORY WOLNY
ANNIE CHRISTINE GREGORY WOLNY XHUBBARD --Annie Christine and Gregory Wolny were united in marriage
K.O. DRUGS BOXING \ Thursday's results
FEMALE DIVISION Featherweight: Lynne Copanic (Struthers) def. Sara Fusco (Keystone), split
Brind'Amour's goal sends Hurricanes to Cup finals
RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Rod Brind'Amour was the do-everything captain for the Carolina Hurricanes all
The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen
The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen TONS OF FUN: Bree Hunter, 8, of Youngstown gives her approval to
Bankruptcy threat fuels concessions call
A union official says massive concessions are no longer necessary. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Bill pushes for funding to raze houses
The bill would provide matching federal funds for housing demolitions. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Flesch has lead, but rain halts 30
Even the leader, at 6 under par, has one more hole to play. DUBLIN, Ohio (AP) -- Steve Flesch was
Officials demolish house where explosion occurred
A girl was slightly injured while walking past the house. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Readers share uses for duct tape
Dear Readers: We printed a hint from a reader a while back about using duct tape. We then asked
DAVID SKOLNICK \ Politics State Treasurer Bradley's defeat revealing
Opinion: Belated kudos to Ashtabula County Auditor Sandy O'Brien for her stunning upset in last month's
Hastert becomes the longest-serving GOP speaker of the House
WASHINGTON (AP) -- Rep. Dennis Hastert, who vaulted out of political obscurity when Newt Gingrich
Worth the risk
With the theme song for 'One Tree Hill,' DeGraw fears being pigeonholed. By JOHN BENSON
YSU will begin enrollment program
By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown State University will launch
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. CAMPAIGN FINANCE REPORTS: June
French Open Results
French Open Results Thursday At Paris Purse: $18.23 million (Grand Slam) Surface: Clay-
Lobbying reform in name only
Opinion: By RUTH MARCUS WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- The Gulfstream II had everything a congressman
Family Night
By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER WICE A YEAR ON Family Night, pupils, parents and staff
FBI investigating robbery at credit union
STRUTHERS -- The FBI is investigating a robbery at the Struthers Federal Credit Union, 965 Fifth St.
"Our message to the Iranians is that one, you won't have a weapon, and two, that you must verifiably
Opinion: "Our message to the Iranians is that one, you won't have a weapon, and two, that you must verifiably
Williams holds back on nod for governor
The mayor is impressed with Strickland's concern about urban issues. By DAVID SKOLNICK
Genealogical society to seat new leaders
BOARDMAN -- Mahoning County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will install officers at a
Sexual-abuse education moves to younger class
Education about sexual harassment and abuse helps kids. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Volunteers honored for service at anniversary celebration
NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Contact E.A.R.S. Helpline, Emergency Assistance Referral Service, honored the
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YOUNGSTOWN SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA Conductor gets tryouts off to rousing beginning
Two more candidates will perform with the orchestra. By TILL M. MEYN and LAURA S. MEYN
Truck crash closes turnpike for 9 hours
LORDSTOWN -- The Hiram post of the Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating the crash of tractor-
Major League Soccer
Major League Soccer Wednesday's Games D.C. United 5, Columbus 1 Colorado 1, Los Angeles 0
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman and Poland: BOARDMAN May 26 Burglary:
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO What: Road Rage Tour 2006, featuring co-headliners The New Cars and Blondie. When:
Tuesday, May 30
Tuesday, May 30 Buffalo 2, Carolina 1, OT Thursday, June 1 Carolina 4, Buffalo 2, Carolina
Viaduct finally reopens
More work will be done under the bridge, but it won't stop traffic. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR
Rotary Club distributes funds to 20 local organizations
POLAND -- Twenty community organizations were the recipients of funds distributed by Poland Rotary
Bill would create arbitration program
The idea is to reduce the number of medical malpractice lawsuits. By MICHELE C. HLADIK
Clarinet, sax reported stolen
CANFIELD -- Musical instruments are once again missing from Canfield Middle School. Canfield
Items stolen from cars
Items stolen from cars STRUTHERS -- Police were busy Wednesday taking 17 reports of thefts from
Busch gets big fine for angry toss
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Kyle Busch felt the sting of his angry toss in his wallet Wednesday, when
1. GM: 18.34; Spring Hill, Tenn.; Saturn Ion.
1. GM: 18.34; Spring Hill, Tenn.; Saturn Ion. 2. Toyota: 19.44; Cambridge, Ontario; Corolla and
Ursuline's Pegues retains title
He won his second straight super middleweight crown over Derek Hedrick. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR
N.J. girl wins Spelling Bee
N.J. girl wins Spelling Bee WASHINGTON -- A 13-year-old New Jersey girl making her fifth straight
Residents to retry dissolving village
Village officials plan to put a failed operating levy back on the ballot. By NANCY TULLIS
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Neighborhood Excellence 400 Dover, Del. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed
Military orders ethical training for U.S. troops
The action follows allegations that Marines shot and killed 24 civilians. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --
Monfils has fans excited
The 19-year-old Frenchman won his second five-set match. PARIS (AP) -- Gael Monfils hopped out of
Mine seal is topic of interviews
The blocks didn't stand up to a gas explosion. HARLAN, Ky. (AP) -- A mine technician said Thursday
Today is Friday, June 2, the 153rd day of 2006. There are 212 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, June 2, the 153rd day of 2006. There are 212 days left in the year. On this date in
DOMINIQUE MUSSER DAVID HASSAY
DOMINIQUE MUSSER DAVID HASSAY XNEW MIDDLETOWN -- Dominique Musser and David Hassay, both of 540