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Cowher caps Steelers' camp with warning to the champs
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Steelers coach Bill Cowher wrapped up mini-camp with a warning that what the team
No celebration after killing of terrorist
The president has been somber after the death of the al-Qaida leader. WASHINGTON (AP) -- There
For Thursday PMs
For Thursday PMs The supervisor is Barry Wilner. The World Cup desk in Berlin can be reached at
Miss Bradshaw Mr. Sullivan to wed in December
XWARREN -- The engagement of Rachael Bradshaw of 259 Integrity Ridge Drive, Henderson, Nev., and Tim
Castrale's career-low 64 garners early advantage
Michelle Wie struggled again with her putting and slipped to 71. HAVRE DE GRACE, Md. (AP) -- A
Remembering the highlights of Preston's career
The musician worked with some of the biggest names in the business. By RICHARD HARRINGTON
Persistence pays off
Persistence pays off BOSTON -- Nicole Pasquarelli, above, and Ruth Nazoliny, whose high school
ON THE TRACKS This weekend's Events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP Pocono 500 Site: Long Pond, Pa. Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed Channel,
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Natalie Stas, Youngstown, boy, June 7. Shirley Smith and
ON THE INSIDE
Opinion: From Bush: There were no "Mission Accomplished" banners or joyous celebrations at the White House.
Hurricanes relish second chance
Carolina has a commanding 2-0 series lead over the Oilers. EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) -- After the
NO INJURIES IN FIRE
No injuries in fire YOUNGSTOWN -- A young couple and their 3-year-old son were uninjured in a fire
NASCAR-Craftsman Truck
NASCAR-Craftsman Truck Sam's Town 400 Lineup Race today At Texas Motor Speedway Race
CENTER OF HOPE
CENTER OF HOPE Contributors Several entities will be part of the effort to build a new facility
Shopping center finally to be razed
Legal issues have kept the building standing for three years. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Wilt drops out of race for state rep
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU GREENVILLE, Pa. -- The 17th legislative district
Coach found innocent of assault
The judge said both men consented to fight. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF
Eat right, if you know what's good for you
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS You're drinking pomegranate juice, swallowing blue berries, ordering
Commissioners OK measure inviting Cafaro Co. to move
Property is available at Eastwood Mall for employees of the mall developer. By ED RUNYAN
Geologist: Data suggest meteor caused extinction
Some question the lack of other evidence. BANGKOK, Thailand (AP) -- A massive crater in Antarctica
Big shots 'jump start' Scott to 1-stroke lead
He holed out twice and hit two long putts on the way to 6-under. HARRISON, N.Y. (AP) -- Adam Scott
Miss Cavanaugh to be fall bride of Mr. Cataneo
Announced by Marilyn Cavanaugh of Columbiana and John Cavanaugh of Washingtonville is the engagement
Unemployment claims drop by largest amount in 8 months
The experts are warning this could just be a statistical anomaly. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The number of
Steroid Era beginning, not ending
Picking baseball's All-Performance-Enhancing team just got a whole lot easier. Because now, just
JASON TERRY SCORED 32 POINTS TO LEAD THE MAVERICKS TO A 90-80 WIN.
Jason Terry scored 32 points to lead the Mavericks to a 90-80 win. DALLAS (AP) -- Dirk Nowitzki
On Area Diamonds Youth baseball
Tri-T Pony (ages 13-14) Campbell ESO 6, Lowellville Dan's Auto Service 3 -- First and last names
Man accused of raping child
The defendant could get five consecutive life terms. YOUNGSTOWN -- A warrant has been issued for
Man names engineer, resident in lawsuit
WARREN -- A Liberty man is suing the Trumbull County sanitary engineer and a property owner who
NCAA Division I Baseball
NCAA DIVISION I BASEBALL Super Regionals (Best-of-3) At Doug Kingsmore Stadium Clemson, S.C.
"Meerkat Manor" (8 p.m., Animal Planet): The folks behind "Meerkat Manor" describe their new 13-part
"Meerkat Manor" (8 p.m., Animal Planet): The folks behind "Meerkat Manor" describe their new 13-part
NOTEBOOK | From Roland Garros
Replay ahead: The 10 U.S. Open Series summer tournaments will use the instant replay technology that
Cheesesteak. Just Cheesesteak
PHILADELPHIA (AP) -- Bistec con queso? Not at Geno's Steaks. An English-only ordering policy has
Today is Friday, June 9, the 160th day of 2006. There are 205 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, June 9, the 160th day of 2006. There are 205 days left in the year. On this date in
Oldest fossils found
Oldest fossils found Ian Burch, a researcher at Macquarie University in Australia, stands next to
Family fun at Jillian's in Southern Park Mall
Family fun at Jillian's in Southern Park Mall BOARDMAN -- Jillian's, the multi-faceted
Al-Zarqawi's death points to breach in his security
Informants played an important role in his demise after many close calls. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE
Panel recommends coverage plan
A nonpartisan panel says that the government should insure the public by 2012. LOS ANGELES TIMES
Ohio mother sentenced to life for raping child
TAMPA, Fla. (AP) -- A man was sentenced to 30 years in prison for posing as a Tampa Bay Buccaneers
Coppola pitches R & amp;J to seventh win, 4-1
STRUTHERS -- Lou Coppola stayed unbeaten after tossing a complete game with seven strikeouts,
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. JUMPING THE GUN: What was
Geneva Conventions serve U.S. interests as world leader
Opinion: Dallas Morning News: If the United States deems parts of the Geneva Conventions no longer relevant,
Installation ceremony held, scholarship award presented
YOUNGSTOWN -- The installation of officers and the presentation of a scholarship award were
Herman-Gonzalez engagement is being announced
XELLSWORTH -- Ron and Joyce Herman, 3950 S. Duck Creek Road, are announcing the engagement of their
"Today, al-Zarqawi was eliminated. Those who disrupt the course of life, like al-Zarqawi, will have
Opinion: "Today, al-Zarqawi was eliminated. Those who disrupt the course of life, like al-Zarqawi, will have
Sunnis and Shiites finally agree on security ministers
Al-Maliki's selection of the cabinet was a delicate exercise. WASHINGTON POST BAGHDAD, Iraq --
Howland parade
Howland parade Registration forms to participate in the Fourth of July Parade in Howland are
President says he is open to talks
British Prime Minister Tony Blair called the U.S. offer a 'big step forward.' TEHRAN, Iran (AP) --
WARNING
WARNING Your partner may have issues with commitment If you or your partner are guilty of any
Church breaks ground for center
Construction on the facility is set for mid-September. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Valley reacts with skepticism
Area residents say war will plug on despite a top terrorist's death. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR
Two American troops killed at riot in Kabul
KABUL, Afghanistan (AP) -- More than 250 Afghans were arrested after a riot in Kabul last week that
NHL PLAYOFFS
NHL Playoffs FavoriteGoalsUnderdog Saturday, June 10th. Stanley Cup Final Carolina leads
Readers offer up more uses for duct tape
Dear Readers: Here is our second installment of readers' unique uses for duct tape: Beverly R.
City employee remains in jail over phone calls
YOUNGSTOWN -- A seasonal city employee, accused of running up a $425 bill for personal calls on a
Vaccine prevents cervical cancer
The FDA has approved the vaccine, Gardasil. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Women for the first time have a
Trial delayed for owner of Rhode Island nightclub
WARWICK, R.I. (AP) -- The trial for one of the owners of a nightclub where a 2003 fire killed 100
Local product set to become international
The company will begin translating its software into other languages. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR
Fragmentation undermines Iraq unity
Opinion: BAGHDAD, Iraq -- The air-conditioning has been broken for three months in the cavernous convention
Woman charged in assault with shotgun
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police charged a Wallace Street woman with felonious assault after the woman's cousin
Ren & eacute;e Nardella to be bride of John Svoboda
XLIBERTY -- Announced by Jolene Fairbanks and James Nardella is the engagement of their daughter,
80-mile loop of Pennsylvania roads proposed by group as scenic byway
By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- There's no doubt there are
Prisoners kiss ground after gaining freedom
A car bomb killed 2 people in Baghdad. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Hundreds of newly freed Iraqi
Programs produce 5 graduates
The Mental Health Court and Drug Court programs recognize the first grads. By SARAH WEBER
What did Canada do to deserve terrorism?
Opinion: By CLIFFORD D. MAY SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS SERVICE Are you surprised that terrorists appear to have
Commissioner was wrong
Opinion: Commissioner was wrong EDITOR: I was embarrassed for Mahoning County Commissioner Anthony
Racism darkens soccer's spotlight
Taunts and insults against blacks dominate the world's most popular sport. BERLIN (AP) -- U.S.
IRAQ WAR
IRAQ WAR Latest developments The $25 million bounty the U.S. put on Abu Musab al-Zarqawi's head
LOCAL
LOCAL White to speak at Harding banquet WARREN -- Bill White, former president of the National
Associated Press
Associated Press STARRING ROLES: Garrison Keillor, left, Meryl Streep and Lindsay Lohan star in "A
MILLWARD ON SOCCER: Most rivals struggle as Brazil fine-tunes for defense of World Cup
MILLWARD ON SOCCER: Most rivals struggle as Brazil fine-tunes for defense of World Cup Eds:
OSU president plans to retire next year
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Amid mounting tension, Ohio State University President Karen Holbrook announced
schedule
SCHEDULE NASCAR Nextel Cup Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb.
Playhouse plans an 'Enchanted Evening'
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Playhouse will present a dinner-theater show entitled "Some Enchanted
ATHLETIC GROUPS
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Midget Football Association will meet at 7 p.m. Sunday in the senior
Board of directors named, three members are honored
YOUNGSTOWN -- The annual meeting of the Youngstown YWCA on May 24 featured the election of members
PGA Tour Barclays Classic
PGA TOUR BARCLAYS CLASSIC At Harrison, N.Y. Purse: $5.75 million Adam Scott33-32--65 David
Charity groups seek local input
YOUNGSTOWN -- An organization created to encourage a spirit of cooperation in northeast Ohio is
Swiss foil terrorist plot to shoot down plane
GENEVA (AP) -- Swiss intelligence services foiled a terrorist plot to shoot down an Israeli plane
Terrorist al-Zarqawi reaps what he sowed
Editorial: Abu Musab al-Zarqawi was a thug in his youth on the streets of Jordan and a vicious middle-age
Gas station manager robbed in parking lot
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are investigating a robbery at the Shell Station at 3200 Market St. on the
REAL REALITY TV Even before A & amp;E came calling, Chop was a star
How did the antics of a used car dealer become must-see television? By ANGIE WAGNER ASSOCIATED
Daughter wins suit against coroner over body parts
The coroner now is in private pathology practice in Cincinnati. CINCINNATI (AP) -- Hamilton County
AMERICAN LEAGUE
AMERICAN LEAGUE ATHLETICS 4, INDIANS 1 OAKLANDCLEVELAND abrhbiabrhbi Kotsay cf5130Szmore
County commissioners reluctant to turn courthouse 'into fortress'
MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County Commissioners remain opposed to screening Mercer County Courthouse
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA By The Associated Press June 9 1899 -- Jim Jeffries
Neither snow nor rain stays them from appointed hounds
Three postal workers have adopted precious pups they found on their routes. By ZACH STIPE
Recovered Loaiza earns 4-1 victory over Indians
The Oakland pitcher allowed two hits in the first six innings. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Esteban Loaiza
Troops in Iraq confront tortured morality of war
Opinion: By FRANK SCHAEFFER WASHINGTON POST Even in "good wars" things go horribly wrong. The following
Three local schools will hold classes for the last time today
YOUNGSTOWN -- Three city school district buildings will close their doors to pupils for the last
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Start asking questions about boy's anger
Dear Annie: My friend, "Carol," has a violent 14-year-old son. "Brody" has threatened to do extreme
Berg sees no good in terrorist's death
A beheaded contractor's father says revenge killings will worsen the situation. DOVER, Del. (AP)
Area residents offer mixed reactions to issue, outcome
Several believe the measure will pass eventually. By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER
Riggs' move starting to pay off with Evernham
After failing to qualify at Daytona he's had three top-10 finishes. DOVER, Del. (AP) -- Scott
Commitment phobia
Local singles dished the dirt on commitment issues and dating. By SARAH POULTON VINDICATOR STAFF
4 jobs reclassified and receive raises
The fourth time was the charm for the measure. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Horizon sued over refusal to re-admit
The Ohio Department of Health ruled against Horizon Village. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL
Dems doubt GOP sincerity on redistricting
Opinion: The past two presidential elections show that Ohio voters lean a bit to the right. But you
& lt;B & gt;AMENDOLEA, & lt;/B & gt; Silvio J., 80, of Boardman;
& lt;B & gt;AMENDOLEA, & lt;/B & gt; Silvio J., 80, of Boardman; calling hours today
Wednesday's NHL summary
Wednesday's NHL summary Hurricanes 5, Oilers 0 Edmonton000--0 Carolina122--5 First Period--
Official proposes cameras on border
The governor of Texas has asked for a public patrol on the porous border. EL PASO, Texas (AP) --
Longtime driver Al Unser Jr. enjoying his 'outlaw' status
He wants to drive as many race cars as possible this season. WATKINS GLEN, N.Y. (AP) -- When Al
Villagers flee volcano's gas, hot ash
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) -- Mount Merapi spewed a column of gas and sent clouds of hot ash
Sharpsville eliminated by Philipsburg-Osceola
The Mounties scored five times in the third inning for the win. By BILL ALBRIGHT VINDICATOR
Blitz-keg may replace blitzkrieg in Germany
The team will play its first game without sidelined captain Michael Ballack. BERLIN (AP) -- An
Bush wanted $4.2 billion in community development block grants for Louisiana.
Bush wanted $4.2 billion in community development block grants for Louisiana. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Tribe Notebook | From Jacobs Field
Staying put: Victor Martinez can get comfy. He's not taking off the gear and moving out from behind
Audit finds annual costs could be cut
Staffing would be included in cuts. By AMANDA GARRETT VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- A
President Bush insists the ban is proper and its time will come
WASHINGTON (AP) -- No one was surprised by the Senate's rejection of a constitutional amendment to
Streep describes 'open' filming
The spontaneity of how the movie was shot took some getting used to, the actress said. By MICHAEL
Students lament 5.75% increase
Lower state funding was one reason given for a ninth consecutive increase. By HAROLD GWIN
Defending champion Henin-Hardenne will face Kuznetsova
Nicole Vaidisova and Kim Clijsters lost semifinal matches. PARIS (AP) -- She'd come so far, so
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League OAKLAND ATHLETICS--Activated RHP Esteban Loaiza from the 15-day DL.
City man faces drug charges after police raid house
Dozens of marijuana plants were found. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Hubbard, Girard and Liberty: HUBBARD June 1 Assault:
FOCUS NEEDED
Focus needed Steelers coach Bill Cowher knows that winning the Super Bowl will be but a memory
Report says Europeans colluded with the CIA
Allegations of clandestine detention centers and torture surface again. PARIS (AP) -- Fourteen
MLB ROUNDUP Thursday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 7, Mariners 3 SEATTLE -- Joe Mauer had three hits and ace Johan Santana
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Donald H. Katcher Jr., 30, of 6847 Lockwood Blvd., Boardman,
Board approves pact for demolition of homes
The city will open bids June 29 to demolish another group of 25 houses. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY
WORLD
WORLD Watchdog condemns 'secret prisons' MORE THAN 20 nations from Central Asia to Europe have
Fired employee wins grievance, gets job back
She will retain her classification as an administrative assistant. YOUNGSTOWN -- Christine
NEW CASTLE Hamlisch makes 'Marvin' his night
The conductor offered a funny running commentary on the music and performers. By JEROME K.