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U.S. helicopter shot down during raid
Saddam Hussein refused to enter a plea during his trial. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Insurgents shot
BASEBALL STATE POLL
BASEBALL STATE POLL COLUMBUS -- How a state panel of coaches rates Ohio high school boys baseball
BASEBALL
BASEBALL National League ARIZONA DIAMONDBACKS--Agreed to terms with 3B Chad Tracy on a three-
"Can You Afford to Retire?" on PBS
"Can You Afford to Retire?" (9 p.m., PBS): The baby-boomer generation is headed for a shock as it
Business owner seeks sewer tap-in
Crump said that no hazardous waste would go into the sewer system. By SEAN BARRON VINDICATOR
Levy OK means changes in plans
All-day kindergarten and busing will be back in the district. By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR SALEM
Bonds gets a hit, but fails to get No. 714
The Giants slugger was 1-for-3 before leaving in the seventh inning. HOUSTON (AP) -- Barry Bonds
South High Alumni Association will hold its 32nd annual reunion on June 23 at the Saxon Club, 710 S.
South High Alumni Association will hold its 32nd annual reunion on June 23 at the Saxon Club, 710 S.
Blaney's season could be better
Finding problems and correcting them once a car is built takes a magic wand. By JOHN BASSETTI
Willie Wisely takes time from acting for tour
It's the musician's first solo project in more than eight years. By JOHN BENSON VINDICATOR
Girard man faces two court appearances
NILES -- A Girard man is scheduled to appear today in two courts on multiple traffic charges as a
Blake happy, but rather have wins
The Cleveland outfielder is leading the American League in batting average. CLEVELAND (AP) --
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Family suffers effects of anger
Dear Annie: I am worried about my 35-year-old daughter, "Myrna." She is obsessed with clothing
YSU faces tough task
The Penguins meet defending national champion Michigan in the first game. By PETE MOLLICA
AMERICAN LEAGUE
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FIGHT SCHEDULE
FIGHT SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses May 17 Ay Mohegan Sun Casino, Uncasville, Conn.
Third lacrosse player indicted
Team captain David Evans blasted the charges calling them "fantastic lies." DURHAM, N.C. (AP) -- A
Cowher sprints against players
The 49-year-old coach had some fun during minicamp. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The linebacker running
2 gun shops in Ohio included among 15 being sued by city
NEW YORK (AP) -- The city is suing 15 out-of-state gun shops, including two in Ohio, saying they
City police seek suspect in CVS robbery
YOUNGSTOWN -- Police are looking for a man who took an undisclosed amount of cash from the CVS
Carolina ready to meet Sabres
The Hurricanes disposed of New Jersey 4-1 with a rookie goaltender. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Winning
NBA PLAYOFFS
NBA Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Conference Semifinals Eastern Conference Miami leads
Activists decry tie renewal
The U. S. secretary of state said Libya has renounced terrorism. CAIRO, Egypt (AP) -- Activists
South Ave. Shuffle to include 6 bars
Money raised at this year's event will benefit Sojourner House. YOUNGSTOWN -- The patrons of nine
Harding top team in Div. I
The Raiders have the best times in the sprints and the sprint relays. By MARK W. MILLER
Fatal alligator attacks shake up people in Florida
MIAMI (AP) -- Trapper Todd Hardwick typically gets about four nuisance alligator calls each day, but
'Slain detective helped my son'
Opinion: By PETE EARLEY SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- Fairfax County, Va., Police
Seat belts should be a safety no-brainer
Opinion: The federal government's latest report on traffic safety is prosaically titled "Research Note:
Man taken to jail after observation
HERMITAGE, Pa. -- A man who police say held them at bay for seven hours from his North Buhl Farm
Frank-McCormack, Wellington plans are announced
Announcing their engagement are Linda Frank-McCormack, 8418 Idlewood Court, Bradenton, Fla., and
NATIONAL LEAGUE BATTING
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Lack of support irks councilman
If the judge says 'mop,' his colleagues will mop, the councilman chided. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
Flutie to call it quits after fun-filled career
The quarterback and Heisman winner played 12 years in the NFL. FOXBOROUGH, Mass. (AP) -- Doug
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Amanda Miller and Joseph Button, Girard, boy, May 13. Amy
AMERICAN LEAGUE WHITE SOX 7, TWINS 3
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NBA SCHEDULE Cavs vs. Pistons
May 7: Detroit 113, Cleveland 86 May 9: Detroit 97, Cleveland 91 May 13: Cleveland 86, Detroit 77
Show winners' works on display at gallery
WARREN --Trumbull Art Gallery has announced the five award winners from the third annual Trumbull
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS MONDAY 1st--Pyrite Martha (Feliciano)2.802.202.20 Buff 'n Tuff (Cloninger,
Pro football: coming to an arena near you
Most AF2 teams get their players from their own area, the league president said. By JOHN BASSETTI
Development program to improve teaching
The goal is to improve elementary and secondary math and science teaching. By HAROLD GWIN
Two people sentenced for involvement in man's death
The pair will do four years for their involvement in the victim's death. YOUNGSTOWN -- Prosecutors
Judge continues effort for new court
This should be 'the city's top capital improvement priority,' the judge says. By DAVID SKOLNICK
2 trespasses reported at Austintown schools
AUSTINTOWN -- Woodside Elementary School reported a break-in over the weekend, and a janitor at
ATP MASTERS SERIES HAMBURG
ATP MASTERS SERIES HAMBURG Monday At DTB Rothenbaum Turnier GmbH Hamburg, Germany Purse:
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Linda M. Cosby, Gregory Carroll to wed in late June
Announcing plans for their forthcoming wedding are Linda M. Cosby, 3248 Woodland Trails Unit A.,
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses John E. McCormack, 22, of 2989 E. South Range, New
Get financial planner to help with investments
Dear Readers: If you think you need help with planning investment decisions, you might want to find
Critic of local block watches should pitch in and patrol
Opinion: Critic of local block watches should pitch in and patrol EDITOR: We wish to respond to the
Struthers-Moff engagement is made known
Announcement is being made by Wayne and Karen Struthers, 102 Heckman Road, Fredonia, Pa., and Dave
Sweetnorthernsaint set for Pimlico
After a disappointing finish in the Derby, he's ready to show his stuff. BALTIMORE (AP) -- On a
Both vulnerable. South deals.
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Ethanol may soon be on its way
The Indy Racing League is already using the alternate fuel for its cars. By CHRIS JENKINS
Amputee scales Everest
Amputee scales Everest WELLINGTON, New Zealand -- A New Zealand man whose legs were severed below
Bush to send troops to Mexican border
Bush to send troops to Mexican border PRESIDENT BUSH announced Monday night that he plans to send
Man pleads innocent to injuring baby son
WARREN -- A 21-year-old man remains in Trumbull County Jail in lieu of $150,000 bond on a child
NOTEBOOK Cavs vs. Pistons
Pistons fall flat: Rasheed Wallace's guarantee of a Pistons victory in Game 4 was a lot like his
SUNDAY'S GAMES
SUNDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 3, Cleveland 2 Oakland 6, N.Y. Yankees 1 Toronto 8,
Who said so...
Opinion: "If agents are careful, entrapment never needs to come up. They take a suggestive screen name, go
TRI T PONY LEAGUE STANDINGS
TRI T PONY LEAGUE STANDINGS Mahoning North Division Boardman Primo Marble & amp; Granite6-0
Board approves student policies
A third offense will result in dismissal from the team or activity for the remainder of high school.
Cavs to attend Hughes' brother's funeral
The team is still uncertain if Hughes will join them for Game 5 in Detroit. CLEVELAND (AP) -- In
Castro wins an 'election'
Opinion: Washington Post: Last year reformers at the United Nations set themselves ambitious targets, hoping
New theater group does great job with slapstick
The humor is rowdy and bawdy, and you'll laugh until your face hurts. By L. CROW VINDICATOR
Did Cheney's energy panel anticipate high gas prices?
Editorial: As the average price of gas at the pumps flirts with $3 a gallon, many American families planning
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
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Local Sports Digest
LOCAL Penn-Ohio golf YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown Ohio Carpet won the day's event, but Warren Golf
Fundraiser set at Salem Golf Club
SALEM -- Salem Golf Club will be the setting Friday for a golf outing to benefit the American Cancer
2006 AWARDS CEREMONY Recognized Monday at Our Lady of Mount Carmel on Via Mount Carmel
LIFESAVING Detective Sgt. Kevin Mercer and Patrolmen Malik Mostella, Brad DiTullio and Frank
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP LEADERS Through May 13 Points 1, Jimmie Johnson, 1686. 2, Tony Stewart,
Playoff seeding format to be tweaked
A second-place club will receive a higher seeding if it's better than a division winner. DALLAS
Busy Wie receives 2 more exemptions
One will take her to Europe for a men's event. NEWPORT, R.I. (AP) -- Michelle Wie had a busy day.
BBC admits to cabbie's mistaken identity
Ooops, wrong expert! LONDON -- The BBC has admitted it was taken for a ride by a cabbie. The
TODAY
TODAY 7 p.m. (FSN Pitt) Baseball: Reds at Pirates. 7 p.m. (STO) (WKBN-AM 570) Baseball: Royals
Prosecutors decide not to retry case because of a lack of evidence
Two other men pleaded guilty to murder charges in the 1998 killing. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best-of-7) Saturday, April 22
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Rasheed Wallace's right ankle was heavily taped. Maybe his mouth should have been,
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Rasheed Wallace's right ankle was heavily taped. Maybe his mouth should have been,
THIRD PLAYER INDICTED
Third player indicted A Duke University lacrosse team captain became the third player indicted in
Clune-Balog nuptials are set for mid-July
The engagement of Kristin Clune, 559 Meadlowland Drive, Hubbard, and Frank Balog Jr., 2100 S.
Superintendent says levy that failed will be retried
The board approved a number of supplemental contracts. McDONALD -- Schools Superintendent Michael
'Da Vinci Code' taps into spiritual hunger
Opinion: By PAT McDONOUGH SPECIAL TO NEWSDAY Forty million hardcover copies have been sold, the paperback
Supreme Court rejects suit against incentives
The court disagreed with taxpayers that they are affected by tax breaks. ASSOCIATED PRESS
Troops to patrol border, Bush says
The long-term goal is to hire 6,000 more Border Patrol agents. WASHINGTON (AP) -- President Bush
Banged-up Sabres take two days off
They'll start their series against the Hurricanes in North Carolina on Saturday. BUFFALO, N.Y.
Six counties to test treatment over jail
Offenders must meet conditions before receiving treatment. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Gov. Bob Taft
U.S. makes right call on phone records
Opinion: By RICHARD A. FALKENRATH SPECIAL TO THE WASHINGTON POST WASHINGTON -- On Thursday, USA Today
NEOUCOM raises cost of tuition for students
ROOTSTOWN -- Students at the Northeastern Ohio Universities College of Medicine will see their