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Stress is not an excuse for atrocities

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Audie Murphy, the most highly decorated American in World War II, said that he went


Top Democratic spots

Top Democratic spots There was no change in leadership for the Trumbull County Democratic Party,


Gallery to show Traficant's art

The 'Traficant Art Show' debuts Saturday. By DAVID SKOLNICK VINDICATOR POLITICS WRITER EAST


Tom Popadak fans 18 for Wharmby

STRUTHERS -- Tom Popadak tossed a one-hitter and had a league-high eighteen strikeouts as Wharmby


FRENCH OPEN

FRENCH OPEN Monday At Stade Roland Garros Paris Purse: $18.23 million (Grand Slam)


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS STANLEY CUP FINALS (Best-of-7) Carolina vs. Edmonton


AGENDA WEDNESDAY6/7

Agenda Wednesday Youngstown City Council Finance Committee, 5 p.m., City Council Caucus Room.


Roles help spark Sparks' recognition

Besides acting and being a talk-show host, the Ohio native also does standup. By JOHN BENSON


IUE officials meet to discuss buyout

Delphi's demand for lower wages and benefits are not part of the current talks. By DON SHILLING


Gunmen kidnap 50 or more in Baghdad

Despite increasing efforts, the nation and its capital are still not secure. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) --


Woman accused of false charge fails to show

AUSTINTOWN -- A woman who is charged with falsely accusing an Austintown police officer of raping


Fire shuts down factory line in Howland

HOWLAND -- A fire of undetermined cause closed the galvanize line at WCI Steel Inc. on Pine Street


Six New Middletown brothers served during WWII, and all returned home safely.

Six New Middletown brothers served during WWII, and all returned home safely. By MARY ELLEN


& lt;B & gt;BARKER, & lt;/B & gt;Charles Dean, 82, of New

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Lack of polygraph results delays sentencing

WARREN -- Sentencing has been delayed for a week for Trumbull County purchasing probe defendant


Seniors, contact program for free eye exam

Dear Heloise: Seniors can maintain their independence with a free medical eye exam! In addition to


Eleven applicants left for administrator job

The candidates will be interviewed beginning June 14. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER


'World' leaves crowd wanting some more

One actor did an impressive job with his multiple solos. By L. CROW VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


NYC fugitive is found in New Castle jail

He was arrested on sexual assault charges in New Castle. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA


'Wedding Crashers' takes home 3

Fans' votes determine which movies and actors will win. CULVER CITY, Calif. (AP) -- Jessica Alba


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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NCAA DIVISION I BASEBALL REGIONALS

NCAA DIVISION I BASEBALL REGIONALS Double Elimination Charlottesville Regional Sunday


NCAA BASEBALL TOURNAMENT Missouri wins first regional

South Carolina, Georgia and Rice also advanced to the super regionals. ASSOCIATED PRESS MALIBU,


Siege on Somalian capital breaks through

MOGADISHU, Somalia (AP) -- An Islamic militia with alleged links to al-Qaida seized Somalia's


Council takes step to sue judge again

The action should be filed in court by early next week. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


Firearms instructor surrenders permit

The sheriff has issued many concealed-carry permits to Mahoning County residents. By NANCY TULLIS


Today in History

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, June 6, the 157th day of 2006. There are 208 days left in the year. On this date


KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Protect 'Alice' by telling someone about 'Steve'

Dear Annie: I am a high school student and have a friend, "Alice," who is only 14 years old. We are


U.S. OPEN QUALIFYING

U.S. OPEN QUALIFYING Monday At Columbine Country Club Littleton, Colo. D.White, Pueblo West,


Despite boost, Forum seeks concessions

Forum's bondholders want to see labor concessions, said Forum's CEO. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN


Lawyers fight to keep offices

YOUNGSTOWN -- Two lawyers have filed suit in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court, seeking an


Wie misses chance to play in U.S. Open

Wie misses chance to play in U.S. Open MICHELLE WIE failed in her bid to become the first woman to


Predictions of economic slowdown on the mark

Opinion: I do not claim to be prescient, but every once in a while even Chicken Little has just cause to


STANLEY CUP Schedule

Monday: Carolina 5, Edmonton 4, Carolina leads series 1-0 Wednesday: Edmonton at Carolina, 8 p.m.


For Perry, 'Windfall' has become just the ticket

'Windfall,' which stars Luke Perry, will premiere Thursday. LOS ANGELES -- If Luke Perry won the


America seeing remarkable cultural renewal

Opinion: By PETER WEHNER WASHINGTON POST By now Americans know the litany: The nation is engaged in a


Wedding planned by Cindy Harding and Ryan Sachire

Plans for the upcoming marriage of Cindy Harding, 1362 Hepatica St., Blacklick, and Ryan Sachire,


Kellner-Stiner wedding to be in park gazebo

POLAND -- Michael and Laura Stiner, 98 Hamilton Ave., are announcing the engagement of their son,


Hingis flashes her old form with win in first match in three years

Martina Hingis beat Shahar Peer to emerge as a title contender once again. PARIS (AP) -- If it all


Blaze shutters Center Street Auto

YOUNGSTOWN -- A city business will remain closed until roof repairs have been made after a fire late


Martinko makes 'hall' in Denmark

The Campbell native led the Copenhagen Towers to three national titles. By JOHN KOVACH


Local Sports Digest

REGION Sabathia named AL's best in May CLEVELAND -- Indians ace C.C. Sabathia, who returned from


Council gives second reading to increase in taxes

Council and administration say they don't want to see Lordstown slide back. By TIM YOVICH


Swim program deadline nears

McDONALD -- Pre-registration forms for the McDonald Village Summer Swim Program must be returned by


Mosquito spraying

Mosquito spraying HOWLAND -- The township will spray for mosquitoes from 9 p.m. to 5 a.m. June 12-


Wade dislikes comparisons to Jordan

Miami will meet Dallas Mavericks Thursday in Game 1 of the NBA finals. MIAMI (AP) -- The


Lawyer charged with 3 counts of perjury

Sex-related acts reportedly took place in Edward Sturgeon's Youngstown office. THE VINDICATOR,


Three bogeys ruin bid by Wie

She failed to become the first woman to play in the U.S. Open. SUMMIT, N.J. (AP) -- Michelle Wie


BELMONT STAKES Pletcher will saddle two horses

Nation's top trainer seeks first triple crown victory NEW YORK (AP) -- The Belmont Stakes may be


Kathryn Geskey, Brian Carnie to wed on July 22

CANFIELD -- Announced by Michael and Audrey Geskey of Canfield is the engagement of their daughter,


Indians slipping down in division

If the Tribe doesn't start winning soon, it may fall too far back to rally into contention.


$57M project planned in Niles

The board still must decide where to put the new high school. BY AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR


Tough coach DePizzo will return to dugout

The 84-year-old, a coach for 50 years, is recovering from an accident. By JOHN BASSETTI


5-1 win gives Pittsburgh it's fifth win

The 5-1 win gave Pittsburgh just its fifth win on the road this season. DENVER (AP) -- Ian Snell


SUNDAY'S GAMES

SUNDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Boston 8, Detroit 3 Tampa Bay 10, Toronto 5 Baltimore 11,


Library temporarily closes

Library temporarily closes Hubbard Public Library, 436 W. Liberty St., closes at 5 p.m. today to


Sharpsville wins opener, 2-1

The Blue Devils defeated Steel Valley to advance to the second round. By BILL ALBRIGHT


NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS FINALS (Best-of-7) Dallas vs. Miami Thursday,


Who said so...

Opinion: "I want everyone going home and saying Las Vegas is the greatest place in the world and saying Oscar


No diapering for The Donald

NEW YORK (AP) -- Babyhood is a rather pristine experience for baby and papa Trump: 10-week-old


STANLEY CUP FINALS Hurricanes roar from behind, then win in final seconds, 5-4, on gift goal

Rod Brind'Amour scored the clincher to lift Carolina past Edmonton in Game 1. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP)


Summer wedding for Kelli Mikolaj, Shaun O'Connell

VIENNA -- Robert and Noreen Mikolaj are announcing the engagement of their daughter, Kelli R.


Latin America's growth to slow in '07

Opinion: The party is coming to an end. After three years of healthy economic growth, Latin American


Increase in school taxes would be hardship for many

Opinion: Increase in school taxes would be hardship for many EDITOR: I am greatly concerned about the


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE Thursday: Miami at Dallas, 9 p.m. June 11: Miami at Dallas, 9 p.m. June 13: Dallas at


Preventing a second 9/11

Opinion: Scripps Howard: The tome-like report of a high-level commission that goes unread and quickly winds


Hoffman-Shires engagement told, wedding in July

BROOKFIELD -- James III and Becky Hoffman, 1060 N. Albright-McKay Road, are announcing the


Killings of 16-year-olds show need for proactive programs

Editorial: The murder last month of two 16-year-olds on Youngstown's East Side, Troy Barlow and Jaimie Helms


MAJOR LEAGUE DRAFT Pitchers abound but not great position players

The record of 20 pitchers taken in the first round will likely be broken. NEW YORK (AP) -- Major


TODAY

TODAY 7 p.m. (STO) (WKBN-AM 570) Baseball: Athletics at Indians. 8 p.m. (ESPN2) College


NL ALL-STAR BALLOTING

NL ALL-STAR BALLOTING First Base 1. Albert Pujols, Cardinals, 1,041,466 2. Carlos Delgado,


Hydroelectricity deal in the works

By ERIC GROSSO VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NEWTON FALLS -- The city has an agreement with American


OHSAA Baseball Pairings

OHSAA BASEBALL PAIRINGS COLUMBUS -- Pairings for the 2006 Ohio High School Athletic Association


Man found guilty in utility thefts

YOUNGSTOWN -- Eric Terrell, 42, of Maywood Drive, charged in two cases involving the illegal


The Ohio Department of Liquor Control is processing these liquor permit transfers and applications and has issued new permits.

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


2 administrators have to pass tests

The two employees don't need to finish in the top 10 to keep their jobs. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY


MLB ROUNDUP | Monday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Yankees 13, Red Sox 5 NEW YORK -- Jason Giambi and Andy Phillips each hit a


Plan to rehire 2 teachers receives positive feedback

A decision on the rehiring will be made at a later date. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR


NBA PLAYOFFS

NBA Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Thursday, June 8th. NBA Finals Game One


Attorney: Bid time for Oakhill is short

Don't dawdle, the trustee's lawyer advises potential bidders. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR


Miss Campbell to be bride of Mr. Gregorino

BOARDMAN -- The engagement of Colleen Vivo Campbell and Corbin Brian Gregorino, both of Boardman, is


WORLD CUP

WORLD CUP U.S. schedule June 12 -- vs. Czech Republic at Gelsenkirchen, Germany, noon June 17 --


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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Jolie, Pitt to sell photos of new baby for charity

Jolie, Pitt to sell photos of new baby for charity NEW YORK -- Angelina Jolie and Brad Pitt will


East High School Class of 1954 will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. June 12 at Johnny's Restaurant on

East High School Class of 1954 will meet for lunch at 12:30 p.m. June 12 at Johnny's Restaurant on


Dance video sets online record

'Evolution of Dance' is YouTube.com's most viewed video. NEW YORK (AP) -- Judson Laipply isn't


Guard reports to start work at Mexican border

The first of up to 6,000 Guardsmen have started to secure the border. SAN LUIS, Ariz. (AP) --


List of winners of the 2006 MTV Movie Awards, taped Saturday night in Culver City, Calif.:

List of winners of the 2006 MTV Movie Awards, taped Saturday night in Culver City, Calif.: Best


Hubbard outlines plan for ambulance service

The mayor's goal is a two-minute response time. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT


Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township:

Summary of police activity in the city of Canfield and Austintown Township: CANFIELD May 31


Man back where he says he belongs -- jail

Police said the suspect took the getaway car from friends in Braceville. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR


Schorsten-Riley troth announced, wedding in July

BOARDMAN -- Announcing the engagement of Melissa Marie Schorsten and Langdon George Riley Jr., both


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Ethan M. Basch, 38, New York, N.Y., and Joy L. Goodwin, 33, of


if you go

IF YOU GO Who: Hal Sparks. When: Thursday through Sunday (times vary). Where: Hilarities 4th


NOTEBOOK | French Open

Benneteau in first quarterfinal: Julien Benneteau entered his fourth-round match against Alberto


Clearview hosts LPGA players for fundraiser

Six LPGA players will be in attendance. EAST CANTON -- Clearview Legacy Foundation is hosting two


LEADERS

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Arizona captures Game 1 of finals

Alicia Hollowell pitched a one-hitter in an 8-0 win over Northwestern. OKLAHOMA CITY (AP) --


POLICE LOOK ABROAD FOR TIES TO ALLEGED TERROR CELL

Police look abroad for ties to alleged terror cell TORONTO -- Police said Monday more arrests are


NORTHFIELD RESULTS

NORTHFIELD RESULTS MONDAY 1st--French Magic (Grismore)6.402.603.60 Scoot Bam Bam


U.S. goalie Keller may stick around for fifth World Cup

He will begin play in his fourth World Cup when the U.S. meets the Czech Republic next Monday.


Study: Rage is widespread, growing

Five percent of Americans may have uncontrollable rage problems, a study found. CHICAGO TRIBUNE


BIRTHS

BIRTHS St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Erik and April Wood, North Jackson, girl, June 3.


Suspects arraigned in home explosion

One of the two men charged lives next door to the house that exploded. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR


Lean jeans appear on front lines

Here's the skinny on the latest trendsetter. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Just when you think denim


STOP THAT TALK

Stop that talk For Dwyane Wade, the comparisons to Michael Jordan are blasphemous. C-