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THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SUNDAY 2nd--Online (Meyers T.)6.603.202.80 Tiger Paul (Sanguinetti
Real reform costs too much politically
Opinion: By JAMES P. PINKERTON NEWSDAY How to keep track of all the scandals afflicting Congress? And
Today in History
Opinion: Today is Monday, May 15, the 135th day of 2006. There are 230 days left in the year. On this date in
Primary to test voters' attitude
More than 60 incumbents await voters' reaction to the midterm pay raises. HARRISBURG (AP) --
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Christina Madden, 15 Church St., Salineville, v. Ashley Madden,
Show profiles artists from Northeast Ohio
Youngstown native James Pernotto is one of the focuses of the show. THE VINDICATOR KENT -- An
VEHICLE SAFETY Seat belt use is on the rise
Young drivers are being targeted in a national public education campaign. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Seat
Hurricanes top New Jersey to win best-of-seven series
Carolina gave up an early goal, then pulled away for a 4-1 victory. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Denied a
Senators plan to grill nominee
The nominee will face many questions over the eavesdropping programs. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The fate
Help for heart, head
The mothers get exercise and share feedback. By HOWARD COHEN KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS "It's
The Heat is on: Miami drops Nets for 3-1 lead
Dwyane Wade had 31 points, eight assists and seven rebounds in the win. EAST RUTHERFORD, N.J. (AP)
Study: Women use facial cues to pick partners
What attracts women? That was one thing the study targeted. By PETER GORNER CHICAGO TRIBUNE
Nowitzki expects to play today
The Mavericks standout twisted his ankle in Saturday's game. DALLAS (AP) -- Robert Horry credits
Instead of fighting, Painesville embraces illegal immigrants
Officials and business leaders say immigrants have benefited the city. PAINESVILLE, Ohio (AP) --
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Jeanne Carreaux and David Daichendt, Youngstown, boy, May 12.
STORMS CAUSE FLOODING, TORNADO IN PARTS OF TEXAS
Storms cause flooding, tornado in parts of Texas A strong line of storms moved through portions of
Event will focus on gardening, crafts
Master gardeners will take questions and put on 'garden talks.' By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Detroit Lock City: Pistons' Wallace says series is over
The controversial forward said Detroit would win the series in five games. CLEVELAND (AP) -- The
Fewer young people see future in farming
It's difficult for young farmers to get started. VERSAILLES, Ohio (AP) -- Jeff Wuebker got into
National Basketball Association
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Friday, April 28
Villagers hope spiritual offers ward off eruption
MOUNT MERAPI, Indonesia (AP) -- Villagers burned incense and floated offerings to the spirits
MLB ROUNDUP \ Sunday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Athletics 6, Yankees 1 NEW YORK -- Dan Haren pitched a six-hitter for his first
VISIT TO NEW ORLEANS HAS AN EFFECT ON WITHERSPOON
Visit to New Orleans has an effect on Witherspoon NEW ORLEANS -- Reese Witherspoon says she wants
U.S. Marshals MOST WANTED
U.S. MARSHALS MOST WANTED Joshua J. Howley The U.S. Marshals Service in Northern Ohio is asking
Stiff competition for Tony Awards
Will Julia Roberts be rewarded for her efforts in 'Three Days of Rain'? By MICHAEL KUCHWARA AP
Penguins to meet Michigan in NCAA
By BILL SULLIVAN VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF BOARDMAN -- Maybe it is a small world after all. When
Closing parishes among new bishop's challenges
Richard G. Lennon will be installed as the diocese's 10th bishop during a Mass today. CLEVELAND
Concepts offer ways to update Route 224
An open house is set for 6 to 8 p.m. Wednesday at the Boardman Government Center. By DENISE DICK
SATURDAY'S GAMES
SATURDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE N.Y. Yankees 4, Oakland 3 Baltimore 11, Kansas City 1 Texas
Chief pleased with new station
The chief says the modern building will save the city money in the long run. By JOHN W. GOODWIN
Clippers drop Suns, even series
Elton Brand just missed a triple-double for Los Angeles. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Elton Brand dominated
Bed & amp; breakfast offers lodging for horses, human friends
Guests do not have to own horses to enjoy the guesthouse. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
NICE REMINDER
Nice reminder To Willie Parker, it must seem like his first season as a starting running back for
What does it mean to be human?
Opinion: Over the last few months, as the national debate on immigration reform has moved from legislative
Is there a generic Indian word for greed?
Opinion: The jokesters call them "Katrina cottages" and there are 10,000 sitting empty in Hope, Ark.
PGA-BYRON NELSON CHAMPIONSHIP
PGA-BYRON NELSON CHAMPIONSHIP Sunday Irving, Texas Purse: $6.2 million TPC Four Seasons
"When something like that happens, you lose the ability to care about anything."
Opinion: "When something like that happens, you lose the ability to care about anything." Steve Vaught On
President to ask for thousands of Guard troops along border
The troops would be used to support Border Patrol agents. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush will
Is Gen. Michael Hayden best fit to lead troubled CIA?
Editorial: Washington and the nation are abuzz over hearings to begin this week in the U.S. Senate on the
Penguins baseball squanders lead
The bullpen allowed eight runs in the final three innings against Milwaukee. By PETE MOLLICA
Union warns of staff shortages as many reach retirement age
The union is using 'scare tactics' the FAA said. CLEVELAND (AP) -- More than 25 percent of the
Private pension system is in trouble
Opinion: By JOHN HALL MEDIA GENERAL NEWS SERVICE WASHINGTON -- There was something almost poignant last
Seat belt enforcement
Seat belt enforcement CANFIELD -- Mahoning Safe Communities and local law enforcement in Mahoning
Tigers sweep past Tribe with 3-2 win
It was the first time in nearly 16 years Detroit had swept a series in Cleveland. CLEVELAND (AP)
Floods force hundreds from their homes in three states
'It's going to get worse,' a state official in Massachusetts said. AUGUSTA, Maine (AP) -- Kayakers
D-lightful tourney for YSU
If you didn't get out to McCune Park in Canfield this past weekend, you missed some of the most
35 Iraqis, 2 soldiers killed in bombings
The two U.S. soldiers were killed by a roadside bomb Sunday. WASHINGTON POST BAGHDAD, Iraq --
A homicide at the Auto Zone on McCartney Road is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown this week:
A homicide at the Auto Zone on McCartney Road is the focus of Crime Stoppers of Greater Youngstown
WORTH A LOOK
AUCTIONS XPalmyra United Methodist Church, 3968 state Route 225, will hold an auction at noon
Parker now top running back in the offense
He was last year, but Jerome Bettis still got most of the headlines. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- To Willie
National Hockey League
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Thursday, April 27 Ottawa 5, Tampa
More arrests are made at border but with no effect
Nearly 1.2 million illegals were arrested by the border patrol last year. WASHINGTON POST
Breaking through: Biffle stays upbeat, gets first win of '06
He led for 170 laps of Saturday's Dodge Charger 500. DARLINGTON, S.C. (AP) -- Because so many
Best Bets on TV Tonight
"Oprah Winfrey's Legends Ball" (8 p.m., ABC): One year after Oprah Winfrey's extravagant Legends
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-DODGE
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-DODGE CHARGER 500 Saturday At Darlington (S.C.) Raceway Lap length: 1.366
Kent and YSU both at Ann Arbor Regional
Where: Ann Arbor, Mich. Site: Alumni Field Friday's pairings: Kent State (32-22) vs. Oklahoma (
AGENDA TUESDAY
Agenda Tuesday Lowellville Board of Education, 6 p.m., high school library media center; work
Careful planning will make moving day less stressful
Dear Readers: Here are a few hints that just might make moving day less stressful: Get referrals
Moehler ends skid as Bucs lose again
The Marlins pitcher had not won since July. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Brian Moehler ended a slump that
RETIREMENT
RETIREMENT Air traffic controllers Air traffic controllers and retirement: The National Air
Local Sports for Monday
LOCAL Sectional baseball STRUTHERS -- Sebring pitcher Matt Kerns struck out 10 and walked just
Don't use issue as a campaign tool, first lady advises
The president and vice president see the issue differently. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Some election-year
WTO Trade Talks faltering
Opinion: JAPAN Asahi Shimbun, Tokyo, May 9: The ongoing Doha round of global trade talks under the World
Absence teaches patience
Dear Annie: I'm a 17-year-old girl with a boyfriend in the Army. Five months ago, my boyfriend
Wetterich gets first tour win
Trevor Immelman finished runner-up for the second straight week. IRVING, Texas (AP) -- Brett
Eliminate penalty, GOP leader says
The Bush administration wants the deadline and penalty to remain. WASHINGTON (AP) -- A pivotal
State awards grants for counseling, mentoring
One grant is to help ex-offenders re-enter the work force. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR STAFF
Hawks nest outside Maag
Two hawks have been seen around campus for two years. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER
Webb slips, but holds on for Ultra win
Bobby Wadkins won the Boeing Championship. WILLIAMSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Karrie Webb stumbled a bit
Boy Scouts Spring Jamboree set this weekend
CANFIELD -- The Whispering Pines District of the Greater Western Reserve Council, Boy Scouts of