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Florak hopeful entering tourney

The Penguins would like to repeat their success from 2004. By JOHN KOVACH VINDICATOR SPORTS

Agenda Wednesday

Agenda Wednesday Campbell Charter Review Commission, 7 p.m., City Council Chambers. Open to the

Girard's council members should take judge to court

Editorial: In December, Girard Municipal Court Judge Michael Bernard took his ongoing financial battle with

LOCAL

LOCAL Victims, accused attended Rayen TWO TEENAGERS shot to death in Youngstown over the weekend

Thieves take laptop with data on veterans

The probe has shown no resulting identity theft so far. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Thieves took sensitive

3-minute limit stays

The trustees also head a presentation about a storm water utility. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR

Youngs leads Mathews to district title contest

EASTLAKE -- Caitlyn Youngs pitched a four-hitter, striking out nine and walking two to lead the

U.S. retirees, Mexicans can be helped

Opinion: Here's a proposal that would allow the United States to solve its immigration crisis, control sky-

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 18

Iraqis to take lead for security by '07

Saddam's half brother spoke up for him in court. COMBINED DISPATCHES BAGHDAD, Iraq -- Prime

Charter school management disputes teachers study as inaccurate, sloppy

Summit Academy Management says the findings in the study are wrong. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR

Bear escapes from its cage and attacks woman

The victim was flown to St. Elizabeth Health Center in Youngstown. ORWELL, Ohio (AP) -- A 500-

HOWLAND SCHOOLS Panel to work with businesses

A union representative gets a three-year leave of absence. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL

Above, Poland Seminary High School art teacher Susan Holub blends the chalk with a broom in one section of The Wolverine mural as students around her work on the rest of the creation. Holub's advanced

Above, Poland Seminary High School art teacher Susan Holub blends the chalk with a broom in one

TODAY IS TUESDAY, MAY 23, THE 143RD DAY OF 2006. THERE ARE 222 DAYS LEFT IN THE YEAR. ON THIS DATE IN 1934, BANK ROBBERS BONNIE PARKER AND CLYDE BARROW ARE SHOT TO DEATH IN A POLICE AMBUSH IN

Opinion: Today is Tuesday, May 23, the 143rd day of 2006. There are 222 days left in the year. On this date

Park to close roads

Park to close roads YOUNGSTOWN -- These roads in Mill Creek Park will be closed for the YMCA

State treasurer's office to conduct conference at YSU's Kilcawley

Topics will include homeownership and retirement planning. YOUNGSTOWN -- Ohio Treasurer Jennette

KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Either be faithful or cut husband loose

Dear Annie: I am 26 years old. Six months ago, I married a man I've been dating since I began

Nominees' list shows blend of style, genres

Country's stars are embracing the pop and rock influx. ORANGE COUNTY REGISTER Anyone who hasn't

FAA offers tips for safety during flights

Dear Readers: When you are flying, it's important to pay attention to safety instructions from

INSIDE ON C3

INSIDE ON C3 Ursuline will play CVCA in a Division III softball district final today. Lakeview

HORIZON LEAGUE Tourney schedule

WEDNESDAY Game 1 -- No. 4 Youngstown State (26-27, 16-13) vs. No. 5 Butler (18-34, 9-21), 11 a.m.

Oilers are two wins from final

Edmonton returns home with a 2-0 series advantage over Anaheim. EDMONTON, Alberta (AP) -- The

Trustee says he will stop efforts for dismissal

The zoning commission chairman said it's an 'abuse of power.' By MARY R. SMITH VINDICATOR

$1 million approved for technology upgrade

The university has already purchased software and services from the firm. By JEFF ORTEGA

U.S. defends airstrikes on village

Women and children were killed in the attacks. LOS ANGELES TIMES KABUL, Afghanistan -- The U.S.

North-South vulnerable. South deals.

North-South vulnerable. South deals. NORTH Q 5 Q 7 K 10 8 5 4 10 8 4 2 WEST EAST

Court sides with sheriff

City and county officials will discuss a plan today to share county jail space. By DEBORA SHAULIS

Slippery, fast describe new World Cup ball

GENEVA (AP) -- Jens Lehmann's first day as Germany's No. 1 goalkeeper was also the first day the

Art show winners to be honored

Art show winners to be honored The Youngstown Board of Education honors participants and winners

Hurricanes top Sabres, 4-2, to even Eastern series at 1-1

Ray Whitney scored twice for Carolina, which won the second period this time. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP)

NASCAR Stewart, Kenseth are rivals on and off track

The drivers eliminated each other, and a verbal exchange followed. CONCORD, N.C. (AP) -- Tony

DICKINSON COLLEGE Evolution-case judge speaks to grads

The nation's founders believed in rational inquiry into religion, the judge said. CARLISLE, Pa.

Boardman orchestras to present festival

BOARDMAN -- The Boardman High School Symphony, Chamber and Classical orchestras will present their

Prof documents how world helps orphans

The professor of social work has teamed with officials in other countries to help orphans.

NBA WEST Defending champion Spurs ousted

The Mavericks needed overtime to win Game 7 in San Antonio. SAN ANTONIO (AP) -- The Dallas

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& lt;B & gt;AMBROSE, & lt;/B & gt; Helen, 83, of Girard; calling hours Wednesday

Council takes steps toward hiring police

Council will give further discussion to the potential hiring. By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR

Cleveland's top offseason goal: Sign James to max extension

All signs point to the standout forward signing on July 1. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Less than 24 hours

Ursuline is advancing to district title game -- again

The Irish will meet CVCA in today's championship. By CHUCK HOUSTEAU VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT

New Castle officials prepare to fix fountain damaged in truck accident

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- City officials have already started the process of replacing the fountain in the

Will Riley's moves put Heat in finals?

The Miami coach overhauled the team's roster after last year's defeat. AUBURN HILLS, Mich. (AP) --

Flashes strike back for title

By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF JEFFERSON -- The biggest hit of Katie Saluga's career

City man arraigned in slaying

The victim was beaten to death with a bar stool. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU

CVCA ace tames Lisbon, gets UHS

The Royals and Irish will play today for the district title. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR

NEW ON HOME VIDEO This week's releases

"Cheaper by the Dozen 2": It was bad enough that Hollywood had to defame the name of a nice, old

HORSE RACING Barbaro faces difficult odds

Despite a successful surgery, the horse's chances for survival are still 50-50. KENNETT SQUARE,

INDYCAR SERIES 2 teams' rivalry grows stronger

Marlboro Team Penske and Target Chip Ganassi Racing have renewed rivalry. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- The

Girl, 14, killed, 11 injured in car-church van accident

A 12-year-old girl is in critical condition. COLUMBUS GROVE, Ohio (AP) -- A car crashed into a

7-YEAR-OLD SWIMS FROM ALCATRAZ TO SAN FRANCISCO

7-year-old swims from Alcatraz to San Francisco SAN FRANCISCO -- A 7-year-old Arizona boy swam

The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen

The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen BUCKLE UP: Lt. Chris Heverly of the Ohio State Highway Patrol

MLB ROUNDUP | Monday's games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 6, Devil Rays 4 TORONTO -- Troy Glaus and Eric Hinske homered and

Children's interest in baseball primed by fascinating stories

Youngsters who get hooked on baseball early in life turn into lifelong fans. NEW YORK (AP) --

Lakeview tops Niles to advance to semis

By JIM FLICK VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT NILES - Lakeview High built a 5-0 lead and survived a

Why no uproar over 'Da Vinci?'

Opinion: By PETER A. BROWN KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE I once had a boss who strictly followed corporate

3 women arrested after call

One of the three said they had planned to rob a fast-food restaurant, police said. BOARDMAN --

Experts predict active hurricane season and urge coastal residents to be prepared

The NOAA's forecast will be updated in August. CHRISTIAN SCIENCE MONITOR Seaside residents from

Ney, staff ceased privately paid trips

The Ohio lawmaker accepted 131 trips worth $234,775 in 41/2 years. WASHINGTON (AP) -- An Ohio

Lawrence Co. Fairgrounds to host dog show

NEW CASTLE, Pa. -- One of the largest five-day dog shows in the country is coming here this week.

BOARDMAN Schools to help pupils with reading and math

The board is considering borrowing $2.5 million to conserve energy use. By SEAN BARRON

PETA POLL CHOOSES PRINCE AS 'SEXIEST VEGETARIAN'

PETA poll chooses Prince as 'sexiest vegetarian' NEW YORK -- Prince has been voted the "world's

SURPLUS FOOD5/24

Surplus food Grace Evangelical Lutheran Church, corner of Grant and Walnut streets, East

FIGHTING CANCER Alex's lemonade fundraiser is growing

After Alex died at age 8, her parents made the project their full-time job. WYNNEWOOD, Pa. (AP) --

SOCCER U.S. team launches exhibition schedule

Three games in the next six days await the Americans. NASHVILLE, Tenn. (AP) -- Now that U.S.

HARRISBURG Committee holds hearing on bill addressing paintball-safety issues

Mandating insurance would put a lot of small enterprises out of business. HARRISBURG (AP) -- A

Don't ignore moral aspects of contemporary issues

Opinion: Don't ignore moral aspects of contemporary issues EDITOR: It seems that any time the United

Is there a cure for liberal amnesia?

Opinion: WASHINGTON -- Peter Beinart is an advocate of liberal -- not "progressive" -- nostalgia. He wants to

ASTHMA Treatment burns off bad tissue in lungs

More than 20 million Americans have asthma, and 5,000 die of it every year. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In

"American Idol" (8 p.m., Fox): Since January, we've endured horrendous audition sessions. We've watched Paula Abdul completely wig out. We put up with bad covers of Queen and Stevie Wonder, and we

"American Idol" (8 p.m., Fox): Since January, we've endured horrendous audition sessions. We've

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