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Mobile home park ordered to close plant
The sewage plant must be closed by Aug. 15. HILLSVILLE, Pa. -- A Lawrence County mobile home park
Rove remains quite the architect
Opinion: Karl Rove's virtuoso performance this week before an audience of journalists and policy wonks seemed
European Champions League Final Summary
European Champions League Final Summary By The Associated Press At Saint-Denis, France
Reds snap streak
Reds snap streak Ken Griffey Jr.'s soft line drive single drove in two runs during a four-run
Use sudsy ammonia to clean burners on your stove top
Dear Readers: Here's a hint for easy cleanup of your stove top's burners: All you'll need to get
All-Star Challenge wide-open race
CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Rather than being daredevils, as some folks suppose, most NASCAR Nextel Cup
Nominee defends surveillance during hearing
Questions about the NSA dominated the confirmation hearing. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR WASHINGTON
NILES Resurfacing program
The city will spend $412,000 this year to resurface streets. They are: Henry Street, from Wood
Blake's streak continues in win over Kansas City
He's leading the league in hitting after Thursday's 6-5 win. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Casey Blake can't
"Behind the Da Vinci Code" (8 p.m., History): This special goes beyond Dan Brown's novel to examine
"Behind the Da Vinci Code" (8 p.m., History): This special goes beyond Dan Brown's novel to examine
Major League Soccer
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United41214147 Kansas City42113107
TMH to host baby and maternity health fair
WARREN -- Baby Safari, a baby and maternity health fair hosted by Forum Health Trumbull Memorial
FRANKLIN COUNTY, OHIO Elections board seeks probe into official's ties
The official had asked the Ohio Ethics Commission for an opinion last year. COLUMBUS (AP) -- The
Judge hears sides
The costs of the union's proposals were never determined, the auditor acknowledged. By JEFF ORTEGA
Smithsonian Showtime?
Opinion: The Providence Journal: The Smithsonian Institution should rethink its plan to launch a commercial-
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP | Schedule and standings
Feb. 19 -- Daytona 500, Daytona Beach, Fla. (Jimmie Johnson) Feb. 26 -- Auto Club 500, Fontana,
Citations still pending for illegal fill
Property owners have 30 days to get rid of the old school's debris. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
The rates for the certificates of deposit at First Place Bank were listed under the wrong columns in Thursday's paper. Here are the current yields: six months, 4.75 percent; 12 months, 5 percent; 18
The rates for the certificates of deposit at First Place Bank were listed under the wrong columns in
Power struggle embroils Basra
Residents say political violence is leaving corpses on the streets every day. WASHINGTON POST
Beachum proposes elementary school be named for Rosa Parks
The board wants input on the school's name from students and the community. By HAROLD GWIN
HEALTH Cancer vaccine recommended for approval
WASHINGTON (AP) -- A vaccine with the potential to slash worldwide deaths from cervical cancer, the
Howland, Canfield make quick work of semifinal wins
The Tigers and Cardinals will meet for the district title today. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR
Rock trio is hoping to spark a revival
The trio is planning to record a demo CD in New York. By GUY D'ASTOLFO VINDICATOR ENTERTAINMENT
Board hires athletic director and C.H. Campbell principal
The school board approved two union contracts with nonteaching employees. CANFIELD -- The Canfield
Associated Press
Associated Press CAUGHT AND KILLED: Florida trapper Curtis Lucas shows the jaw size of an
Irish Open Scores
IRISH OPEN SCORES At Maynooth, Ireland Purse: $2.84 million Yardage: 7,301; Par: 72 (36-36)
Competition winners to perform Sunday
The presentation of the winning selections is open to the public. YOUNGSTOWN -- The annual
Man charged with attempted theft of jewelry
BOARDMAN -- Police arrested a 22-year-old township man accused of trying to break into a jewelry
Sykes takes animation roles to new levels
The audience will easily recognize whose voice is behind the skunk. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS The
School board takes coaching job from Price
McKinley High School's head basketball coach was replaced by an assistant. By TIM YOVICH
Reaching up for renewal
Reaching up for renewal THE COMPLETION of the yearlong steeple restoration project at the historic
Mahoning Valley scores with Thunder football team
Editorial: Here's a guaranteed forecast for spring 2007: Loud, rustling Thunder will rumble throughout the
'ANGEL STREET'
Special to The Vindicator OPENS TONIGHT: Molly Galano and John Dalbec star in The Victorian
ATHLETIC GROUPS
ATHLETIC GROUPS McDonald Sideliners will have its monthly meeting at 7 p.m. Sunday in the high
Fire hits airdock, ex-home of blimp
Built in 1929, the airdock has doors at two ends that weigh 600 tons each. AKRON (AP) -- Fire
U.S. savings bonds remain strong, sound investment
Opinion: U.S. savings bonds remain strong, sound investment EDITOR: The story by Jeff Braun, "Savings
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury indicted these people in a report issued Thursday: John P. Pizzulo,
AP Sportlight
AP Sportlight Compiled By PAUL MONTELLA May 19 1910 -- Cy Young, the career leader in major
MAHONING COUNTY
MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Kenneth J. McIntyre III, 23, of 820 Southwestern Run, #39,
Both vulnerable. North deals.
Both vulnerable. North deals. NORTH K 8 5 4 Q 8 4 K 6 3 K 9 8 WEST EAST A Q 9 6 3
WWE's Kane brings pain to big screen
ZAP2IT.COM LOS ANGELES -- "I relate to him," declares World Wrestling Entertainment sensation Kane
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Thomas and Rochel Nehlen, Warren, boy, May 17. Shelly Swartz
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Williams noncommittal in governor's race
Opinion: When it comes to endorsing a gubernatorial candidate, Youngstown Mayor Jay Williams is being
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman:
A summary of recent criminal activity in Boardman: May 10 Robbery: Police were called to
MAJOR LEAGUE BASEBALL
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Church plans dedication of rebuilt steeple
The church steeple is a focal point of the city's downtown. By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR
Man faces trafficking charges
The defendant is already on parole for drug offenses. NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- Authorities say the
Philanthropists to be honored
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Mahoning/Shenango Chapter of the Association of Fundraising Professionals is
Today is Friday, May 19, the 139th day of 2006. There are 226 days left in the year. On this date in
Opinion: Today is Friday, May 19, the 139th day of 2006. There are 226 days left in the year. On this date in
Sobriety checkpoints planned
Sobriety checkpoints planned Two sobriety checkpoints will be set up in Mahoning County from 8:30
"My advice, since virtually no one has really seen the movie yet, is to not go see the movie if you
Opinion: "My advice, since virtually no one has really seen the movie yet, is to not go see the movie if you
Ohio auditor in hospital to undergo tests
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio Auditor Betty Montgomery was hospitalized Thursday while doctors tried to
Memorial to officers to be dedicated
WARREN -- A memorial to honor city police officers who died in the line of duty will be dedicated at
Salem's rare pair in the air: Lee, Pierce leap to regional
West Branch senior Jim Boals won a district title in the discus. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Seditz sues for $17,000
The complaint says the money was provided for in his contract. YOUNGSTOWN -- Boardman's ex-
Board accepts resignation of treasurer, hires new one
The new treasurer comes from Liberty schools. By MARY SMITH VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT MINERAL
Local tourism boards to share information
YOUNGSTOWN -- Get a jump on planning your summer when tourism boards from Geauga, Mercer and
Cal Edwards picked to win All-Star race
CHARLOTTE, N.C. (AP) -- Carl Edwards became the favorite to win NASCAR's All-Star race when the
Manno earns decision
The former New Orleans resident has had a busy year. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
Divers get a look at sunken carrier
PENSACOLA, Fla. (AP) -- Navy divers got the first underwater look at the USS Oriskany on Thursday,
WEATHER WOES Prep update
Softball games that were postponed Thursday and rescheduled for today: Division II sectional final
Pupils to compete in flour catapulting
LORDSTOWN -- Lordstown physics and history pupils will be in competition the afternoon of May 31 to
Tressel's pact worth $2.4 million
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Ohio State football coach Jim Tressel will be paid almost $2.4 million this season
At least 105 killed during surge in violence
NATO will take over the lead military role this summer. WASHINGTON POST ASADABAD, Afghanistan --
Quote/Unquote
Quote/Unquote "She instilled in me the broad picture of what life is all about and the importance
Kentucky Derby losers ready for second chance
Brother Derek and Sweetnorthernsaint are running in the Baltimore race. BALTIMORE (AP) -- A
Girard officials discuss rental-inspection changes
Health board members said the program doesn't need to be changed. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR.
PIRATES Reds rally to end skid
The Bucs had a 6-0 lead in the first inning, but lost 9-8. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- The Cincinnati Reds
Gore debuts his film about global warming
Gore debuts his film about global warming WASHINGTON -- Former Vice President Al Gore debuted his
MUSIC Bancroft ponders its next step
Newton Falls native Andrew Hutchinson wants to give the band his best shot. By JOHN BENSON
Banna's slam lifts Cards to final
Canfield will meet Poland in today's district title game. By MARK W. MILLER VINDICATOR SPORTS
Dale Jarrett receiving backlash from loyal fans
Race fans followed Bill Elliott when he switched from Ford to Dodge late in his career.
Study: 1 in 11 students is hurt in relationships
Boys and girls reported violence almost equally. SCRIPPS HOWARD One in 11 high school students
Supreme Court justices clash over police searches
The justices ruled 9-0 in four cases this week. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Supreme Court justices sparred
BASEBALL
BASEBALL American League CHICAGO WHITE SOX--Agreed to terms with first base coach Harold Baines,
District considers updating Web site with $8,000 software
The district would pay a one-time fee of about $8,000 for the software. By SEAN BARRON
Leavittsburg man indicted in arsons
A series of fires in November and December burned 21 homes in the city. By ED RUNYAN VINDICATOR
Collective revenge taints Duke rape case
Opinion: The worst thing said in the case involving rape charges against Duke University students was not
Toyota ready to throw hat in ring
The Bill Davis Racing is one of the teams expected to use the company's vehicles. By MIKE HARRIS
Recycling event scheduled in Lake Milton
CRAIG BEACH -- Youngstown State University's re:CREATE Program will help sponsor a Dump & amp;
Animated features released in May have been successful.
Animated features released in May have been successful. LOS ANGELES (AP) -- Most in Hollywood
Panel votes for Oakhill takeover
The facility's future is in the hands of the bankruptcy court. By DEBORA SHAULIS VINDICATOR
Giro d'Italia Results
GIRO D'ITALIA RESULTS At Pontedera, Italy 11th Stage (31-mile individual time trial around
Fires kill blacks at higher rate than for whites
Poverty, housing conditions and other socioeconomic factors are blamed. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Dion
Auditions at Playhouse for 'Charlie Brown' roles
YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown Playhouse will hold auditions for its first show of the 2006-2007
Boardman's doubles still alive in Div. I
OBERLIN -- Boardman High's doubles team of Robert Salcedo and Chris Leson won one match and lost one
Board plans in light of Forum Health crisis
John Palermo was elected mental health board president. By WILLIAM K. ALCORN VINDICATOR STAFF
Astronomers discover new solar system
SAN FRANCISCO CHRONICLE Astronomers hunting for solar systems beyond our own have discovered a
Insurers settle with state over allegations
COLUMBUS (AP) -- Two health insurance companies have signed agreements with the state to settle
OHIO Top court suspends attorney's license
The lawyer's wife said Mogul has battled cancer since 1997. COLUMBUS -- The Ohio Supreme Court has
Spartan mistakes are costly
The Spartans gave North Royalton five unearned runs in a 7-1 defeat. By PAUL TRGOVAC VINDICATOR
K.O. DRUGS BOXING TOURNAMENT Thursday's results
UNDERCLASS DIVISION Bantamweights: Shane Middendorf (Sharpsville) def. Brian Husak (Columbiana),
KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Mom and boyfriend need their own home
Dear Annie: Last spring, my mother and her boyfriend, "Art," moved in with my husband and me. We've
INFORMATION
INFORMATION If you go Grade: B-plus. With the voices of Bruce Willis, Gary Shandling, Steve
2 boys, 13, to be charged in death-threat prank
The boys' parents cooperated with police to find out what happened. NILES -- Two cousins will be
IF YOU GO
IF YOU GO Jones 4 Revival with special guest Matt Zelina When: Saturday. Where: Mojo's Pub
ABWA chapter re-elects slate of officers
BOARDMAN -- The Tri-Gold Prime Time Chapter of the American Business Women's Association observed
Animated feature has clever jokes, great action
Bruce Willis and Nick Nolte are two of the well-cast voices. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS The city
NBA PLAYOFFS
NBA Playoffs FavoritePointsUnderdog Conference Semifinals Eastern Conference Cleveland leads
SEARCH FOR HOFFA'S REMAINS
Search for Hoffa's remains MILFORD TOWNSHIP, Mich. -- In one of the most intensive searches for
THURSDAY'S RESULTS
THURSDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL DIVISION I NORTH ROYALTON 7, BOARDMAN 1 Boardman0000010--173
Chan and Li to team up
Chan and Li to team up HONG KONG (AP) -- Jackie Chan and Jet Li -- two of the biggest names in
NCAA WOMEN'S TENNIS RESULTS
NCAA WOMEN'S TENNIS RESULTS At Stanford, Calif. Round of 16 Northwestern 4, Georgia Tech 0
SURPLUS FOODMAY 20 SATURDAY
Surplus food Zion Lutheran Church, 3300 Canfield Road, Youngstown, various commodities, 10 to 11
ON THE TRACKS | This weekend's events
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP All-Star Challenge Concord, N.C. Nextel Open Schedule: Today, qualifying (Speed
NEW CITIZENS Mahoning County
Six people took the oath of allegiance to the United States as new citizens at naturalization
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS THURSDAY 2nd--Twenty One Karat7.003.402.80 On the Edge(Skerrett)5.204.40
W. Washington St. span to close for repairs
Supervisors said a township authority must collect its own debts. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
Spay, neuter program
Spay, neuter program YOUNGSTOWN -- Mahoning County's new spay and neuter program begins Monday,
Bush caught in center of debate
The president is trying to answer to his conservative base but appeal to Hispanics. CHICAGO
Wiretaps scary for blacks
Opinion: By BRIAN GILMORE KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE The National Security Agency's warrantless wiretapping
On the SidE. . .
Opinion: ON THE SIDE. . . This and that from the world of Valley politics. LOSS OF POWER: With all the
Cavs ready to exit Pistons
Cleveland is confident, but knows how quickly the series can change. CLEVELAND (AP) -- LeBron
Poland pulls out 2-1 victory
The Bulldogs scored the winning run over Niles in the bottom of the seventh. By JOHN BASSETTI