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THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 2nd-R Spirit (Munaylla F.)4.003.002.10 Yes It's Patty (Cloninger, Jr.
Spirit of the Valley officers inducted, plans made for future performances
STRUTHERS -- The installation of officers took place during a dinner held by Spirit of the Valley
President of Mexico lauds bill
He cited the success of the small factories set up in Mexico along the border. ORANGE COUNTY
Youngstown man sues Girard over size of tombstone
WARREN -- A lawsuit has been filed by a Youngstown man against the city of Girard over the size of a
Officers are installed, scholarship awarded
The organization ends its season by installing a new slate of officers. LIBERTY -- The Youngstown
Sabres overwhelmed, 4-0
The Eastern Conference finals are tied 2-2 with Game 5 in Raleigh. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- Carolina
BUHL PARK
BUHL PARK Concert series The Buhl Park 2006 Summer Concert Series will kick off next month. All
Pitching aid creators get Clemens' support
The technique created by Jack Kucek of Canfield and Greg Smith of Columbiana teaches the mechanics.
Homemade explosive blows up, injures man
WARREN -- A man was injured Saturday when what police suspect was a homemade explosive blew up.
No hands-off signs at this museum
The museum's attendance is rising, and so is the need for additional revenue. By MARY ELLEN
'Survivor' winner lied to get time off
He won $1 million from the show and was paid $8,000 for the tour. COLUMBUS (AP) -- A former winner
SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS Guest lineup
Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week": Sen. John Warner, R-Va.; Rep. John
County medical alliance wins four state awards
COLUMBUS -- Mahoning County Medical Society Alliance received four awards during the 66th Ohio State
Union to take case to state labor board
The union has tried three times to get the matter approved by the salary board. By MARY
REGION
REGION Bass Classic set for next Saturday SPRINGFIELD TOWNSHIP -- Thirty-one fishing pros will
Ruckus turned out to be construction noise
Rep. Jim Saxton, R-N.J., told Fox News the noise sounded like gunfire. WASHINGTON (AP) -- In the
This year's favorites are all up front
It's going to be tough for anyone to break up the front-row party. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Forget
Way Station breaks ground for home
The family's new home will be on James Street. EAST PALESTINE -- Springtime weather cooperated as
NASCAR Gordon tunes out lack-of-focus talk
The veteran driver has won the Coca-Cola 600 three times, but not since 1998. CONCORD, N.C. (AP)
TONIGHT
TONIGHT 9 P.M.: MY FAIR BRADY (VH1): The second season premiere. Christopher Knight, known as
BASEBALL REGIONAL PAIRINGS DIVISION I
BASEBALL REGIONAL PAIRINGS DIVISION I Due to uncertain weather conditions around the state,
Pickets protest against subcontractor
One worker said no one was working at the building because of the pickets. YOUNGSTOWN -- Pickets
1418 AUXILIARYA meeting of the 1418 Auxiliary Seniors will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at The Oak
1418 AUXILIARYA meeting of the 1418 Auxiliary Seniors will be held at 1 p.m. Thursday at The Oak
Poor retirees can get aid
KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS Q. My grandmother has Medicare Parts A and B and wants to sign up for a
Morgan takes one-shot lead
Only three players broke par in the third round. EDMOND, Okla. (AP) -- Gil Morgan fought through
Vindicator file photo
Opinion: Vindicator file photo GETTING READY: Fifty years ago, getting ready for Memorial Day was a formal
Robertson claims ton leg-press
Experts in weight lifting say the act is highly unlikely. VIRGINIA BEACH, Va. (AP) -- Religious
HARRISBURG Court tosses $60 million verdict in '94 PennDOT fire
The building suffered extensive damage in a 1994 fire and was later imploded. HARRISBURG (AP) --
Bay drives Pirates to 12-5 victory
The Bucs got a season-high 16 hits to deal the Astros their fourth straight loss. PITTSBURGH (AP)
AMERICAN LEAGUE A-Rod, Yanks jump all over hapless Royals
New York has won 15 of 16 against Kansas City at Yankee Stadium. ASSOCIATED PRESS NEW YORK --
Churches merge and move forward
A celebration of the merger is planned for June 4. By LINDA M. LINONIS VINDICATOR RELIGION
Clay criticism of Sampras follows Federer at French
The world's top player wants to silence critics with a win at Roland Garros. PARIS (AP) -- Roger
Storms down trees, knock out power, flatten barns
No serious injuries were reported. ASSOCIATED PRESS Storms packing strong winds, rain and hail,
FRIDAY
FRIDAY WiIliam Farr Lodge will meet at 7:30 p.m. at the Girard Masonic Temple, 34 S. State St.
More touches for Shaquille could mean more Heat wins
Game 3 will mark Detroit's eighth contest in 14 days. MIAMI (AP) -- Only two days ago, the Miami
Right on track: Cardinals 2nd
West Branch senior Alyssa Bowman set three school records. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR SPORTS STAFF
Ursuline advances
Ursuline advances A head-first slide into third base gave Ursuline senior David Patrick a triple
Society's unhealthy body images angers woman
Dear Annie: Would you please help me deal with what I consider to be the horrific proliferation of
MINIPAGE TEACHER'S GUIDE
MiniPage Teacher's Guide MiniPage activities meet many state and national educational standards.
Funky wedge is a shoo-in as fashion favorite
The comfortable wedge replaced that spindly stiletto this spring. SCRIPPS HOWARD They really
Man charged with trying to slay grandfather
The ages of the victims ranged from 5 to 64. LANCASTER, Pa. (AP) -- A man charged with killing six
PBS Memorial Day concert to air tonight
Hosts Gary Sinise and Joe Mantegna will have their uncles, both World War II veterans, as special
Aquarium reopens
Aquarium reopens NEW ORLEANS -- The Audubon Aquarium of the Americas reopened for the first time
ON THE WEB \ Interesting sites
Explore cyberspace and your inner spiritual space through these Web sites.
Afghanistan violence leaves 11 people dead
KANDAHAR, Afghanistan (AP) -- Police and Taliban militants battled Friday in a fresh clash that
Iraqi coach, players killed because of their attire
BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- An Iraqi tennis coach and two of his players were killed because they were
'Doc' Davidson to be inducted in OHSAA HOF
The longtime official was nominated by two area associations. VINDICATOR STAFF REPORT YOUNGSTOWN
Association installs officers, plans events
SALEM -- The Columbiana County Association of Family and Consumer Science concluded the 2005-2006
Now ear this: Duct tape works on pets
Dear Heloise: A number of years ago, our basset hound had to have surgery on his long, long ears.
Trustees to open bids for building addition
Trustees to open bids for building addition NORTH LIMA -- Beaver Township trustees plan to meet at
BLOOD DRIVES | Where to donate
TODAY St. Elizabeth Health Center Donor Room, 1044 Belmont Ave., Youngstown, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. Call
Heat has 2-1 edge in series
Dwayne Wade and Shaquille O'Neal were too much for the Pistons. MIAMI (AP) -- In this situation a
Resurrection gives believers power over death
In the troubling times that we live in, God gives us hope. The Bible tells us in Hebrews 11:1 that
INDY NOTEBOOK \ From the Brickyard
Keep it safe: IRL president Brian Barnhart made his ritual plea for safety Saturday and reminded the
Book celebrates lives of 15 warriors
By NORMAN N. BROWN ASSOCIATED PRESS "Warriors: Portraits From the Battlefield" by Max Hastings
LAKE-MINDED FOLK
By JEANNE STARMACK VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER HE PUDDLE WAS perfect, at least from the perspective
BEST-SELLERS Publishers Weekly
For the week ending May 20: HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "Beach Road" by James Patterson, Peter de Jonge
GRAEDONS | People's Pharmacy Electronic thermometers are safe
Q. My husband and I want to start a family, so I take my temperature every day before I get out of
3 dead in shooting at apartment complex
MANSFIELD (AP) -- A man shot and killed two women at his apartment complex Friday and kept police in
Vets honor own over fretting about ID theft
One official's biggest concern was about funds needed to fix the problem. WASHINGTON (AP) --
Landy-Barone engagement is announced
XSTRUTHERS -- James and Loretta Landy, 113 Forest Creek Drive, are announcing the engagement of
U.S. rebounds against Venezuela
The Americans posted a 2-0 win in preparation for the World Cup. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Bobby Convey
Patrick's triple triggers Irish victory
Ursuline plays Berkshire today at 2 p.m. for the regional championship. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR
LISTINGS Vacation Bible School
Lists of vacation Bible schools open to the public will run on the Religion page. Please include the
Going soft on the NSA
Opinion: Philadelphia Inquirer: Congressional leaders have shown little backbone in response to President
GARDEN FORUM Upcoming activities
Call Dorothy Haddox, (330) 799-1613, or Eleanor Young, (330) 758-8273, for reservations or
'Hall' doors open to pair of wonders
It's a good thing that the College Football Hall of Fame threw open the doors to two of those age-
HOW SHE SEES IT Real teaching suffers when testing pushed
Opinion: By DOROTHY RICH KNIGHT RIDDER/TRIBUNE It can get confusing. There is so much discussion about
Festival will promote black heritage
The festival features karaoke, line dancing and talent and fashion shows. By PETER H. MILLIKEN
Vindicator spelling champ refrains from being list-less
By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR EDUCATION WRITER YOUNGSTOWN -- Imagine having to know how to spell a
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION
HUNTER, TRAPPER EDUCATION INFORMATION -- Ohio: call (800) WILDLIFE Pennsylvania: (814) 432-3187.
1,280-pound hammerhead shark caught
The International Game Fish Association will determine if the catch is a record. BOCA GRANDE, Fla.
ARENA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS
ARENA FOOTBALL PLAYOFFS WILD CARD National Conference Sunday, May 21 Georgia 72, New York 69
Rapper faces trial on assault charges
Rapper faces trial on assault charges NEW YORK -- Rapper Foxy Brown, accused of assaulting two
Canonize John Paul, Benedict XVI urges
Canonize John Paul, Benedict XVI urges POPE BENEDICT XVI calls for sainthood for Pope John Paul
& lt;B & gt;BRUNO, & lt;/B & gt;Antoinette Rose, 81, of Boardman;
& lt;B & gt;BRUNO, & lt;/B & gt;Antoinette Rose, 81, of Boardman; calling hours
First Presby honors longtime members
The Rev. Mark Phillips presented a 'trip-down-memory-lane' program. MINERAL RIDGE -- First
'Hell' chronicles 'other' D-Day from WWII
By NORMAN N. BROWN ASSOCIATED PRESS Victor Brooks points out in the succinct preface to his book
Ohio Department of Aging has launched a new Web site for older Ohioans. The site is available at either www.goldenbuckeye.com or aging.ohio.gov, and features specialized content areas for older
Ohio Department of Aging has launched a new Web site for older Ohioans. The site is available at
SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP
SENIOR PGA CHAMPIONSHIP Friday At Oak Tree Golf Club Edmond, Okla. Purse: $2 million
Many aren't aware they have diabetes
The disease can cause blindness, kidney failure and amputations in adults. SCRIPPS HOWARD Even
Rabies shots for pets
Rabies shots for pets WARREN -- The Trumbull County Veterinary Medical Association will sponsor
Provitt qualifies 4 times
Canfield's Audra Frimpong defended her title in the long jump. By ZACH STIPE VINDICATOR STAFF
VISITORS \ By the numbers The 10 busiest national parks -- Great Smoky Mountains, Grand Canyon, Yosemite, Olympic, Yellowstone, Rocky Mountain, Zion, Cuyahoga Valley, Grand Teton and Acadia -- each
Kobuk Valley National Park in Alaska: 5,037. Lake Clark National Park and Preserve in Alaska:
TENNIS RIVALRY
Tennis rivalry If Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal are going to build a rivalry for the ages, it
HOW HE SEES IT Unleashed dogs threat to letter carriers
Opinion: By LARRY R. MINNIEAR SPECIAL TO THE VINDICATOR Every year, letter carriers are attacked or
Angelina Jolie gives birth to a baby girl
The mother is a goodwill ambassador for the U.N. High Commissioner for Refugees. LOS ANGELES (AP)
Check vehicles for bug larvae, officials warn
Forestry officials are concerned about gypsy moths and emerald ash borers. PITTSBURGH (AP) --
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION
NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE FINALS (Best-of-7) Tuesday, May 23
WNBA ROUNDUP Saturday's games
Shock 77, Sun 73 (OT) UNCASVILLE, Conn. -- Katie Smith scored 23 points, including a 3-pointer in
Evidence points to no justification in killings by Marines, official says
The top Marine officer flew to Iraq to talk to his troops. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Military
NATIONAL LEAGUE Glavine's perfect bid is foiled
His perfect game was broken up in the sixth, but he won his 283rd game. ASSOCIATED PRESS MIAMI
Get to the root of problem to find cause of hair loss
Loss of hair may be hereditary or due to illness or dietary deficiencies. SCRIPPS HOWARD NEWS
Salaried jobs to exceed hourly
A negotiator said the IUE will not force anyone to participate in an attrition program. By WILLIAM
Union president to be rehired
The university said it won't challenge the arbitration ruling. By HAROLD GWIN VINDICATOR
TODAY
TODAY 8 a.m. (SPD) Auto racing: Formula One qualifying. 9:30 a.m. (GC) Golf: BMW Championship.
Vets recall heyday of Post 522
About 500 posts nationwide have surrendered their charters in the last five years. By LAURE CIOFFI
Bond-management plan to save up to $155,000
Commissioners also approved a change order for a Grove City bridge. MERCER, Pa. -- Mercer County
YSU SPRING 2006 GRADUATES Nearly 1,200 students received diplomas during spring commencement activities May 20 in Beeghly Center. Because the list of candidates was prepared in advance, it is
SCHOOL OF GRADUATE STUDIES AND RESEARCH DOCTOR OF EDUCATION Gary Patrick Carlile Stacy Leigh
Wet weather pays off at local fishing venues
Wet weather in recent weeks has served to extend the good fishing at a number of local reservoirs,
Today is Sunday, May 28, the 148th day of 2006. There are 217 days left in the year. On this date in
Today is Sunday, May 28, the 148th day of 2006. There are 217 days left in the year. On this date in
Seeking donations
Seeking donations Newton Falls is soliciting local businesses for donations to help fund the
Purple Raiders rely on area connection
Mineral Ridge High graduates Katie Olive and Ashley Ault were key contributors. By JOHN KOVACH
LITERARY SPIRIT \ Religion in the media
"The Da Vinci Mole" by "Dr. Ian Browne" (BenBella Books, 127 pages, $10) In the giggle-inducing
Police will display equipment during open house, awards event
BOARDMAN -- The police department will host an open house and awards ceremony beginning at 2 p.m.
Bates leads Alliance past Canfield
The Aviators rallied from a 1-0 deficit to win 2-1. By GREG GULAS VINDICATOR CORRESPONDENT
'Education junkie' has yearning for learning
Education has been George Kennedy's gateway to a crime-free, productive life. By DEBORA SHAULIS
Whose fault is dysfunction of criminal justice system?
Editorial: As U.S. District Court Judge David D. Dowd Jr. studies the report of the Mahoning County Criminal
THEFT THWARTED BY INCOMPETENCE
THEFT THWARTED BY INCOMPETENCE The Vindicator/William D. Lewis ELECTRIC SNAG: Youngstown police
2 U.S. Marines missing after copter crash
Iraqi politicians continue to bicker over candidates for two key posts. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- A
THURSDAY'S GAMES
THURSDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Detroit 13, Kansas City 8 Baltimore 2, Seattle 0 Boston 4,
3rd person arrested in Guthrie slaying
YOUNGSTOWN -- Youngstown police detectives have made another arrest in the July 10, 2005, homicide
"The Curse of King Tut's Tomb" (8 p.m., Hallmark): Casper Van Dien stars as a free-spirited
"The Curse of King Tut's Tomb" (8 p.m., Hallmark): Casper Van Dien stars as a free-spirited
Property owners should go native
With the threat of frost finally over, many people will head to their favorite garden center or
Wolves Club scholarships go to 7 students
YOUNGSTOWN -- Seven area high school students have been chosen by the Wolves Club, Den VI, to be the
Raising the flag
Raising the flag The flag will be raised over Howland Township Cemetery on state Route 46 at 10
Hope Cemetery tour set for Memorial Day
SALEM -- The Salem Preservation Society and the Hope Cemetery Association will present "A Memorial
NEXT UP | This week's schedule
CLEVELAND INDIANS Today: at Detroit, 1:05 p.m. Monday: vs. White Sox, 1:05 p.m. Tuesday: vs. White
FDA approves vaccine for shingles for seniors
The vaccine is not a cure or treatment for shingles. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS PHILADELPHIA --
SATURDAY'S RESULTS
SATURDAY'S RESULTS BASEBALL LINESCORES DIVISION II ALLIANCE 2, CANFIELD 1 Canfield0100000--
Kissinger's China talks declassified
Watergate and its consequences changed everything, Kissinger said. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Henry
3 more die of bird flu; drug maker on alert
The number of cases in Indonesia has risen, but public awareness is low. KUBU SIMBELANG, Indonesia
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS
THISTLEDOWN RESULTS SATURDAY 2nd--Jay Bird (Stokes)5.003.402.40 Chad's Best (Collazo, Sr.
Clive's behavior is plain disrespectful
Dear Annie: I have a dear friend, "Clive," who is gay. I have no problem with that. My problem comes
MILL CREEK PARK June calendar Activities planned this month at Mill Creek MetroParks' facilities:
June 3: 10 a.m.-2 p.m., the MetroParks Police hosts this annual fishing event at Yellow Creek Park
BOWLING \ YBA Hall of Fame YOUNGSTOWN -- William D. DeCicco, Ray "Cookie" Vens and Robert C. Eisenbraun have been chosen for induction into the Youngstown Bowling Association's Hall of Fame. The YBA
William D. DeCicco DeCicco, of Boardman, has been bowling for 52 years, 43 of which were in
ROAD RULES
ROAD RULES Sharing the road With bicyclists, motorists must: Share the road. The bicyclist has
Man kills 2 kids, himself
Man kills 2 kids, himself MIAMI BEACH, Fla. -- A man killed his two young children Saturday by
Barbaro's owners get positive news
The Kentucky Derby winner broke leg bones in the Preakness. KENNETT SQUARE, Pa. (AP) -- Barbaro
Full-gospel church conducts first service
SALEM -- Victory Life Church had its first worship service last Sunday at its meeting place, the
Tio Angel went to war and didn't return
Opinion: By MAGGIE RIVAS-RODRIQUEZ HISPANIC LINK NEWS SERVICE I was in eighth grade on Oct. 10, 1968,
YOUTH REVIVAL
Youth revival YOUNGSTOWN -- Union Baptist Church, 528 Lincoln Ave., will hold a three-day youth
Mighty Ducks barely quacking
Anaheim enters Game 5 tonight against the Oilers mired in a 3-1 series hole. ANAHEIM, Calif. (AP)
sclerodermA
SCLERODERMA Facts One in every five Americans suffers from an auto-immune disease in which a
Nominations being accepted for senior volunteer awards
CLEVELAND -- Medical Mutual of Ohio is seeking the names of outstanding senior volunteers who will
WEST POINT, N.Y. Bush addresses cadets
The president spoke of his commitment to spread freedom around the world. WEST POINT, N.Y. (AP) --
Mahoning county
MAHONING COUNTY Forum Health At Home offers hot, nutritious meals at noon weekdays at nine
NATIONAL LEAGUE Mets' Martinez looks forward to retiring
Plagued by injuries, Pedro Martinez may call it quits in 2008. KNIGHT-RIDDER NEWSPAPERS MIAMI --
Still a good deal
WASHINGTON (AP) -- People can find good deals in the national parks this summer despite tight
GOLF RESULTS
GOLF RESULTS MEN Lowellville Mt. Carmel (Tanglewood) -- Low gross: Brian Mincher 40, Bill Brown,
Thethrills of FRILLS
Some experts say princess play can be empowering for little girls. By ALISON apROBERTS SCRIPPS
HAIR-RAISING: Holy Family School seventh-grader Alicia Summer finds out what happens when she touches a Van de Graff generator, which creates static electricity and makes her hair stand on end. The
HAIR-RAISING: Holy Family School seventh-grader Alicia Summer finds out what happens when she
MLS ROUNDUP \ Saturday's game
Colorado Rapids 2, Real Salt Lake 2 SALT LAKE CITY -- Jason Kreis scored in the 88th minute for
Family, friends pay tribute to DiPiero
Daniel DiPiero was remembered as a funny, shy and affectionate young man. By JEANNE STARMACK
IRL-INDY 500 LINEUP
IRL-INDY 500 LINEUP Race today At Indianapolis Motor Speedway Indianapolis Lap length: 2.5
Washington prize goes to Franklin book
MOUNT VERNON, Va. (AP) -- "Franklin, France, and the Birth of America," an account of the years
Help kids confront their fears
Q. When we had our first child, his pediatrician encouraged "attachment parenting" and especially
Critter's visit to store hits a snag
The dispatcher said 'something growling and bigger than a dog' was in the store. By NANCY TULLIS
Inexperienced drivers create dilemma for IRL
The inexperience factor may be the key issue for the Indy Racing League. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- One
INDY 500 Fortysomethings dreaming
Retirees-turned-racers are giving the Brickyard another whirl. INDIANAPOLIS (AP) -- Al Unser Jr.'s
An article in Friday's edition should have read Global Entertainment Corp., the company managing the
An article in Friday's edition should have read Global Entertainment Corp., the company managing the
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE
NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS CONFERENCE SEMIFINALS (Best-of-7) Friday, May 5 Buffalo 7,
FRENCH OPEN Federer-Nadal rivalry starts to heat up a little
Rafael Nadal defended himself against Roger Federer's charges. PARIS (AP) -- If Roger Federer and
Local Sports Digest
LOCAL Bowling BOARDMAN -- Jodi Woessner of Toledo rolled a 300 game to finish off a four-game
AMERICAN LEAGUE Streaking Tigers top Tribe, 3-1
Detroit won its eighth straight game and 15th in its last 16 outings. DETROIT (AP) -- Justin
Iran backs out of talks about Iraq with U.S.
Bombs killed at least 18 people in three outdoor markets in Baghdad. BAGHDAD, Iraq (AP) -- Iran's
Black soldiers story
PHILADELPHIA INQUIRER If you were black in America at the start of the Revolutionary War, which
IN THE CUP Area holes-in-one
Dan Altamese of Boardman aced the 133-yard No. 8 hole on the North course at Mill Creek Park. He
Neither vulnerable. West deals.
Neither vulnerable. West deals. NORTH K 6 4 7 4 2 Q 10 9 2 K 7 2 WEST EAST Q 10 3
MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games
AMERICAN LEAGUE Blue Jays 8, White Sox 2 TORONTO -- Troy Glaus homered and made three plays in
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK
FUGITIVE OF THE WEEK Dennis Townsend The FBI/Mahoning Valley Violent Crimes Task Force is asking
Walk will raise funds for scleroderma
The foundation says more than 20,000 Ohioans suffer from the disease. BOARDMAN -- The 3rd annual
Today is Saturday, May 27, the 147th day of 2006. There are 218 days left in the year. On this date
Opinion: Today is Saturday, May 27, the 147th day of 2006. There are 218 days left in the year. On this date
Transfer man gets jail term for robbery
A man gave a 15-year-old girl Mountain Dew spiked with vodka. By MARY GRZEBIENIAK VINDICATOR
PHILANTHROPIST
PHILANTHROPIST Beautiful soul dwells in Anthony Lariccia Fanfare: If there is anyone more
Warriors Inc.
WARRIORS INC. Summertime activities Warriors Inc. is a faith-based, nonprofit organization
Podium is the place for Kiger
JFK sophomore Audrey Maheu capped her performance by winning the 800. By JOE SCALZO VINDICATOR
Lean-Hayden wedding plans are announced
XNORTH LIMA -- The engagement of Kendal Renee Lean, 145 Granville Drive, Washington, N.C., and Kyle
Pa. lawmaker takes blame for loss
The state lawmaker will leave office Nov. 30. By LAURE CIOFFI VINDICATOR PENNSYLVANIA BUREAU
Eruption filmed deep in the sea
TOKYO (AP) -- An unmanned probe got within feet of a violent underwater eruption in the Pacific
Hayden confirmed as CIA director
Congress members are hoping the new CIA head will keep them better informed. KNIGHT RIDDER
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace
St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Tasha Torres and Nathaniel Rosada, Youngstown, boy, May 25.
Pressure no problem for Hurricanes center
Eric Staal is leading all players in playoff points and shots. RALEIGH, N.C. (AP) -- Eric Staal
Judge asks for more funding
Girard's judge wants the full $905,454 to operate the court this year. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR
Trustees name slate of officers to head Angels for Animals
The charitable organization is always in need of volunteers. BOARDMAN -- Officers and board
GOLF ROUNDUP Friday's other events
PGA Tour MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Darron Stiles grabbed a two-stroke lead with a 6-under 64 after the
AMBER ALERT STAMP
AMBER ALERT STAMP The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen UNVEILING: Postal officials unveiled a 39-cent
COLUMBIANA COUNTY
COLUMBIANA COUNTY Divorces asked Robert Kunkle, 5359 Bye Road, East Palestine, v. Loretta
INDICTMENTS
INDICTMENTS Columbiana County A Columbiana County grand jury issued the following indictments on
Diocese to present Loyola ministry extension program
The ministry education learning group will be discussed. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Diocese of Youngstown
Copycat Jacobsen has lead
Gil Morgan is a member at the Oak Tree course where the championship is being played. EDMOND,
Gas prices prompt workers to cycle
By PETER H. MILLIKEN VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF WARREN -- Escalating gasoline prices and the
NCAA DIVISION III TRACK AND FIELD OUTDOOR NATIONALS
NCAA DIVISION III TRACK AND FIELD OUTDOOR NATIONALS Mount Union Highlights included an All-
Charter Chapter anniversary observed, member honored
NEW SPRINGFIELD -- The 51st anniversary of the Charter Chapter of the American Business Women's
World War II created lifelong friendships
Opinion: As Memorial Day 2006 approaches, I reflect upon the most memorable 33 months of my 82-year life
WNBA ROUNDUP Friday's game
Fever 75, Sky 60 CHICAGO -- Tamika Catchings had 11 points and nine rebounds to lead a balanced
Firsthand accounts of war take readers into battle
By NORMAN N. BROWN ASSOCIATED PRESS In "Forever a Soldier," Tom Wiener has compiled the stories
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-COCA-COLA 600 LINEUP
NASCAR NEXTEL CUP-COCA-COLA 600 LINEUP After Thursday qualifying; race today At Lowe's Motor
PITTSBURGH First order of business for new GM is to 'fix it'
With Nashville, Ray Shero encountered a team in a similar situation. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Ray Shero
THURSDAY
THURSDAY Garden Forum will hold a board meeting at 9:30 a.m. at the Davis Center. A picnic for
Taking it to the bank -- for dogs
The blood bank is looking for dogs that are the equivalent of the human O negative universal donor.
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER
MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER Eastern Conference WLTPtsGFGA D.C. United41315158 Kansas City43113119
BASEBALL
BASEBALL Youngstown Class AA League -- needs teams and players. Call (330) 793-2303. Youngstown
& lt;B & gt;BERTOLINI, & lt;/B & gt; Helen (Bertin), 90, of
& lt;B & gt;BERTOLINI, & lt;/B & gt; Helen (Bertin), 90, of Canfield; calling hours
A disgrace: Ailing climber left to die
Climbers walked right past David Sharp, unwilling to risk their own ascents. KATMANDU, Nepal (AP)
Flooding reaches 4-foot level in spots
By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER YOUNGSTOWN -- Anthony Fronzaglio likes a challenge, but he
Trustees narrow applicant search
Trustees have not set a timetable to fill the administrator's job. By DENISE DICK VINDICATOR
Howland native signs with Pirates
The 20-year-old is in Bradenton, Fla., awaiting assignment. By JOHN BASSETTI VINDICATOR SPORTS
Tennis, golf, auction scheduled at Squaw Creek
Proceeds will support activities that are available at the center. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Youngstown
Hoover hands Cards a heartbreaker
Canfield came up one run short against one of Ohio's top teams. By TOM WILLIAMS VINDICATOR
MEMORIAL DAY New vets' cemetery holds rites
The cemetery is the newest of 123 run by the Department of Veterans Affairs. CANTON, Ga. (AP) --
The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen
The Vindicator/Joel Philippsen IN TOO DEEP: Anthony Fronzaglio, standing on truck, shows his
Q. Neither vulnerable, as South you hold:
Q. Neither vulnerable, as South you hold: 10 9 6 5 3 2 10 7 9 10 8 4 3 The bidding has
Gamma Epsilon officers are installed
BOARDMAN -- Officers who will serve as leaders of the Gamma Epsilon Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma
NOTEBOOK \ Indianapolis 500
Castroneves wins pit contest: Helio Castroneves hopes his Carburetion Day fence-climb was only a
Legal professionals select recipient
NILES -- TCLSA, the Association for Legal Professionals (formerly Trumbull County Legal Secretaries
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What would you do with windfall?
I've thought a lot about that question in the years I've covered faith and values. It comes up when
Border wall won't keep out overstayers
Opinion: If there was any doubt that the $1.9 billion that President Bush wants to spend to build a wall and
Most families at memorial say they still support Bush
One father, however, said he wishes the president would own up to mistakes. BROOK PARK, Ohio (AP)
Family of man lost at sea on cruise still awaits answers
A memorial service is set for Daniel today at Austintown Township Park. By JEANNE STARMACK
GOLF ROUNDUP \ Saturday's other events
PGA MEMPHIS, Tenn. -- Tim Herron has a chance to string together consecutive victories for the
AL CENTRAL Tigers tough on the Indians
Things went wrong for the Indians right from the start in an 8-3 loss. DETROIT (AP) -- Mike Ilitch
Dallas' defense squares series
The Mavericks' defense contained Phoenix early to pull out a 105-98 win. DALLAS (AP) -- See, these
Pope joins Poles in calling for sainthood for John Paul
KRAKOW, Poland (AP) -- Pope Benedict XVI stoked Poles' fervent hopes that John Paul II will be
Champion state-bound
The Golden Flashes rode the five-hit, six strikeout pitching of Kasey Karr. By JOHN BASSETTI
Monsignor Siffrin gives new assignments to 3
One of the priests is a trustee of the Diocese of Youngstown Foundation. YOUNGSTOWN -- Three
HOW HE SEES IT Beware invasive plants
Opinion: By DAVID ANDERSON MINUTEMAN MEDIA I folded shut another large brown paper bag brimming with
Taft principal is recipient of NCS peacemaker award
YOUNGSTOWN -- Michael J. Schubert, principal of Taft Elementary School, received a peacemaker award
More than 3,500 die in quake
In Bantul, 80 percent of the houses were destroyed and more than 2,000 people died. BANTUL,
MAHONING COUNTY Indictments
A Mahoning County grand jury declined to indict Kristen Kent on a charge of theft. The grand jury
ENTRANCE FEES \ At a glance
The national parks with higher entrance fees this year (some fees are unchanged): Aztec Ruins
Austintown trustee pays fine, costs in plea deal
The lawyer was driving a car with plates belonging to the former owner. By D.A. WILKINSON
Pittsburgh man faces vehicular homicide charge
PITTSBURGH (AP) -- A man accused of crashing a pickup truck into two other vehicles while fleeing
Houses of worship show variety of looks
The styles of places of worship have changed over the years. KNIGHT RIDDER NEWSPAPERS LAKELAND,
Ceremony to rededicate memorial set
A beautification committee has worked on several projects at the site. By VIRGINIA ROSS
DIALOGUE DISPLAY: Sisters Mary Beth Sweet, left, and Chrissy Sweet, both of Warren, study an art display titled "Dialogue" in Courthouse Park, downtown Warren. The public art display is by Mike
DIALOGUE DISPLAY: Sisters Mary Beth Sweet, left, and Chrissy Sweet, both of Warren, study an art
Car of off-duty police officer stolen in Columbiana
COLUMBIANA -- City police are seeking information about the theft of an off-duty police officer's
LEADING THE WAY: A re-enactor plays George Washington leading troops into battle at Princeton
LEADING THE WAY: A re-enactor plays George Washington leading troops into battle at Princeton
Program promotes youths' self-esteem
Former convicts sometimes school youths in making positive life changes. By SARAH WEBER
POWERLIFTING
POWERLIFTING Here's how Boardman High athletes fared at the Crestview Power Meet where the
Use of eminent domain by YSU and Youngstown isn't what Jefferson had in mind
Opinion: EDITOR: According to Thomas Jefferson, we created government to secure our God-given rights. One
A dim view of U.S. forays into the Arab world
By MARIO SZICHMAN ASSOCIATED PRESS The gist of James Kitfield's book "War & amp; Destiny"
At 80, man hopes invention pays off
The local inventor hopes to hit it big with his ice-cube tray. By SARAH WEBER VINDICATOR STAFF
NBA PLAYOFFS Slow half doesn't faze Suns
Phoenix coach Mike D'Antoni won't tell MVP Steve Nash to shoot more. PHOENIX (AP) -- Steve Nash
HISTORY CHANNEL 'Washington the Warrior' spotlighted in documentary
The program portrays 'America's first action hero.' LOS ANGELES (AP) -- George Washington has one
COURTS
COURTS MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses Jason A. Kolenich, 27, of 48 S. Portland, Youngstown,