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New effort to raise Flight 93 memorial funds

SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) — A Washington-based nonprofit group will take over efforts to raise funds


Brookfield middle school band teacher resigns

BROOKFIELD — The board of education accepted the resignation Saturday of its middle school


OVI checkpoint results noted

DAMASCUS — Police stopped 877 vehicles in four western Mahoning County checkpoints Friday


Browns and Steelers get their men in NFL Draft

The Cleveland Browns got 2 first-round picks, for a price, and the Pittsburgh Steelers hope they got


Grand jury backs tax after jail tour

YOUNGSTOWN — A Mahoning County grand jury has rated the county jail as clean and well-


Indictment follows stolen truck case

A Mahoning County grand jury has indicted Tim Vari, 54, of Sixth Street, Campbell, on two counts of


Four years in vehicular homicide case

YOUNGSTOWN — A Washingtonville man is going to prison for four years after he pleaded guilty


Lawn work proves deadly for Pa. man

PITTSBURGH (AP) — An Indiana County man landscaping his property died after losing control of


Butler County crash leaves 3 dead

PITTSBURGH (AP) — Three people died after a car veered into oncoming traffic in Butler County


Students become agents for change

YOUNGSTOWN —  Six city high school students who went on a historical trip to Southern


New Castle neighborhood struggles after blast

NEW CASTLE, Pa. —  Dwight Caldararo knows his neighborhood will never be the same. Six


Will a sales tax keep criminals locked up?

YOUNGSTOWN — Ten years of on again, off again sales taxes in Mahoning County has added up to a


Questions persist from TCI inmate death

LEAVITTSBURG — Lots of people investigated the 1995 death of inmate Marvin Lane at Trumbull


Documentary puts spotlight on Mormons

The show focuses on the religion's history and the growth of the church. By HAL BOEDEKER ORLANDO


Adoption event to be discussed on 'Community'

YOUNGSTOWN -- Cynthia Mason and Theresa Pancoe of the Trumbull and Mahoning County Children's


WAR IN IRAQ Bush vows to halt bill for pullout

Passage of the Iraq legislation was not by big enough margins to override a veto. CAMP DAVID, Md.


DRAFT ORDER First round

1. Oakland (2-14 record in 2006) 2. Detroit (3-13) 3. Cleveland (4-12) 4. Tampa Bay (4-12) 5.


AT A GLANCE \ Browns draft picks

Joe Thomas, left offensive tackle, Wisconsin, (No. 3 overall), 6-foot-6, 310 pounds, Brookfield,


Hearing on exhumation delayed by 2 motions

The widow's attorney asked the judge to consider two matters before a hearing is held. NEW CASTLE,


NORTHEAST OHIO Praising the Lord sounds like noise to church's neighbors

Complaints continued after the church closed its doors and windows. MASSILLON (AP) -- The glory,


TRUMBULL COUNTY

TRUMBULL COUNTY New complaints Bank of New York v. Samuel H. Kirk et al, foreclosure. US Bank


BATAVIA, OHIO Murderer threatened to kill victim's parents

Charles Martin kept a journal that says he disliked the Mugrage family. BATAVIA, Ohio (AP) -- A


A few answers to hummingbird questions

Ruby-throated hummingbirds are back. Their tiny size, acrobatic flying ability and eagerness to use


NHL Red Wings rebound to beat Sharks

Pavel Datsyuk's late goal allowed Detroit to tie its series with San Jose. DETROIT (AP) -- Pavel


Falls video arraignments to begin

Video hookup could save the county 350,000 annually. By TIM YOVICH VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF


Cavaliers vs. Wizards

Sunday: Cleveland 97, Washington 82 Wednesday: Cleveland 109, Washington 102, Cleveland leads series


NHL PLAYOFFS Sabres rally for 3-2 win; take 2-0 lead on Rangers

Thomas Vanek scored his second straight game-winner for Buffalo. BUFFALO, N.Y. (AP) -- This time


HAMILTON COUNTY Controversy arises over boy's remains

The biological mother of the boy is arranging burial, her lawyer said. CINCINNATI (AP) -- What


LEADERS

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THE RAYEN SCHOOL

THE RAYEN SCHOOL Special to The Vindicator DESTINATION IMAGINATION: Members of The Rayen


Chagnot to take retirement incentive

Eleven city workers have accepted the city's offer. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER


IRAQ Parliament facing deadline to get work done

The quarrelsome legislature has several serious matters that require decisions. BAGHDAD (AP) --


Trying to sell your home? Well, it's a buyer's market

Job losses, snow and foreclosures combine to create low prices for houses. By DON SHILLING


Ulster Project families needed

The project is dedicated to promoting peace in Northern Ireland. CANFIELD -- The Mahoning Valley


NATION Air Force bases find ways to save

The Air Force is expected to get 1 billion less for base construction and maintenance for 2008.


AIR FORCE Cutting back

SNIP, SNIP: Air Force bases around the country are looking for even the smallest ways to cut costs.


Teachers and scholarship winner honored

LISBON -- The Columbiana County Educational Service Center had its Celebration of Teaching Program


LISBON, PORTUGAL Bones help solve mystery of 1755 quake

LISBON, Portugal (AP) -- It was a chilling discovery: a mass grave of human bones -- skulls smashed


GOP version offers true percentage increase to YSU

Republicans say YSU would get true increases of 2 percent and 10 percent. By HAROLD GWIN


MAJOR LEAGUE SOCCER

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Hard-fought, but futile 2-1 loss to Butler

Brent Parks had two hits for the Penguins, including a ninth-inning home run. By PETE MOLLICA


Indians streak at six following five-run sixth

Grady Sizemore's inside-the-park homer was the key hit in Cleveland's 5-4 win. CLEVELAND (AP) --


SAVING MONEY | On the chopping block

Some of the ways the Air Force is cutting costs: Base workers no longer need to have base-issued


GOLF ROUNDUP Saturday's other events

Corona Morelia Championship MORELIA, Mexico -- Lorena Ochoa shot a 9-under 64 to tie Julieta


SOUTH TEXAS Antelope killed to stop tick spread

Officials said there was no choice but to slaughter the antelope. BROWNSVILLE, Texas (AP) -- South


HALL OF FAME \ East High athletics

William David Ash (football): A 1988 graduate, Ash was a four-year center and linebacker for coach


Rayen boys, Mineral Ridge girls earn Rocket Invitational honors

LOWELLVILLE -- The Rayen School boys took first place with 133 points, while the Mineral Ridge girls


NATION Federal agents try to stanch wave of illegal seafood

It can be a smelly, sometimes thankless job, but it must be done. NEW YORK (AP) -- The armed


PLAYOFFS ROUNDUP Saturday's other games

Pistons 97, Magic 93 ORLANDO, Fla. -- Chauncey Billups scored 25 points, Richard Hamilton added 19


Reception set tomorrow for Dalberg 50th

STRUTHERS -- An open reception will be held from 4 to 6 p.m. Sunday at Evangel Baptist Church in


AF2 STANDINGS

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Aqua Ohio lakes set dates for some great fishing

Anglers hankering for an opportunity to fish Aqua Ohio's lakes have two excellent opportunities in


BASEBALL LINESCORES LOWELLVILLE 12, WILSON 4

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Ban private e-mail accounts in conduct of public business

Editorial: While Ohio Attorney General Marc Dann is be commended for making it clear that public business


Flight 93 memorial fund-raising change

SOMERSET, Pa. (AP) -- A Washington-based nonprofit group will take over efforts to raise funds for a


New compounds found for use against bacteria

It can be difficult to find a drug that's able to fight a broad spectrum of germs. SCRIPPS HOWARD


NFL DRAFT SELECTIONS

ROUND ONE 1. Oakland, JaMarcus Russell, qb, LSU. 2. Detroit, Calvin Johnson, wr, Georgia Tech.


AMERICAN LEAGUE

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TODAY

TODAY 8:30 a.m. (ESPN) Golf: Open de Espana. 10:30 a.m. (FSN Pitt) "Inside Pirates Baseball."


MISSILE DEFENSE Rice faces Russian opposition

Russia opposes U.S. plans to install interceptors and missile tracking radar. WASHINGTON (AP) --


In law director's race, mud is flying

By JOHN W. GOODWIN JR. VINDICATOR TRUMBULL STAFF GIRARD -- Pre-election chatter about the city


MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Milwaukee still loves beer. But arts, culture, museums and festivals are on tap, too.

MILWAUKEE (AP) -- Milwaukee still loves beer. But arts, culture, museums and festivals are on tap,


Building a bridge to nationals

The engineering students will take their bridge to national competition in May. YOUNGSTOWN --


Teachers needed for call-in show

The homework help show was nominated for an Emmy last year. YOUNGSTOWN -- Homework Express is


A choice in Mexico

Opinion: Los Angeles Times: Last year, Human Rights Watch documented the case of a 16-year-old girl from the


NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE

NATIONAL HOCKEY LEAGUE PLAYOFFS Wednesday, April 11 Ottawa 6, Pittsburgh 3 San Jose 5,


Kristin Serroka, Alfred Garesch & eacute; are engaged

HUBBARD -- Announced by Kimberly Serroka, 1181 Loganwoods Drive, is the engagement of her daughter,


ARENA FOOTBALL LEAGUE

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SUNDAY NEWS SHOWS | The lineup

Guest lineup for the Sunday TV news shows: ABC's "This Week" -- Secretary of State Condoleezza


Chaney honors Latino culture

By D.A. WILKINSON VINDICATOR STAFF WRITER HE QUINCEANERA BALL COULD BE the ultimate Youngstown


Creator of 'miracle' pills to be canonized May 11

By JACK CHANG MCCLATCHY NEWSPAPERS BRASILIA, Brazil -- As her 8-year-old son, Enzzo, played on


Official injured in bombing

PESHAWAR, Pakistan (AP) -- A suicide bomber trying to assassinate Pakistan's interior minister


RTI FINANCES

RTI FINANCES Going up A look at the performance of RTI International Metals: Earnings: 75.7


& lt;B & gt;BIRES, & lt;/B & gt; Mary A., 91, of Youngstown; calling

& lt;B & gt;BIRES, & lt;/B & gt; Mary A., 91, of Youngstown; calling hours Sunday


BRIDGE

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40th anniversary

40th anniversary LOWELLVILLE -- The Rev. George Balasko will celebrate 40 years in the priesthood


Official: Plot mirrored Sept. 11

Extremists despise Saudi Arabia's long alliance with the United States. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP)


NOTEBOOK \ NASCAR

Waltrip has ideas: Michael Waltrip has failed to qualify for seven of the eight NASCAR Nextel Cup


Jordan revises Wizards' strategy

Minus two All-Stars, the Washington coach has to revamp his style. WASHINGTON (AP) -- Eddie Jordan


S. Korea sorry for Virginia Tech killings

Opinion: Since living in Asia, I found my business trips to Seoul, South Korea, provided a haven in the chaos


BYRON NELSON CHAMPIONSHIP

BYRON NELSON CHAMPIONSHIP Saturday's results At Irving, Texas Purse: 6.3 million TPC Four


Golf and country club membership on the rise

Avalon's golf courses are expected to reverse their money-losing ways. By DON SHILLING


Ruling: Birkhead can leave

Ruling: Birkhead can leave NASSAU, Bahamas -- A Bahamian court cleared the way Friday for Anna


INDIANS ROLL ALONG

Indians roll along The Cleveland Indians won their sixth straight game Friday night, beating the


NASCAR BUSCH-AARON'S 312

NASCAR BUSCH-AARON'S 312 Saturday's results At Talladega Superspeedway Talladega, Ala. Lap


HONORS CONVOCATION Westminster College

Westminster College in New Wilmington, Pa., will induct 85 students into Pi Sigma Pi April 28 in Orr


Reds' Belisle cools red-hot Pirates bats

The Bucs didn't have a baserunner for five innings in an 8-1 loss. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Matt


NASCAR Stewart regrets 'wrestling' remark

The fesity driver had an early morning wakeup call with top officials. TALLADEGA, Ala. (AP) --


Carbon-Melewski troth announced, wedding planned

CANFIELD -- The engagement of Maria Carbon, a daughter of John and Donna Carbon, 3907 Alvacardo


Documents sought about Tillman's death

Documents sought about Tillman's death SAN FRANCISCO -- A congressional committee on Friday


HORSE RACING Wide-open Kentucky Derby expected

The field includes Louisiana Derby winner Circular Quay. ASSOCIATED PRESS Four horses have run


125K judgment awarded in suit against Strollo

YOUNGSTOWN -- A judge has ruled that Ernie Biondillo's widow be paid 125,000 by the man who ordered


AL ROUNDUP Twins wallop Tigers; Yanks win

The White Sox were shut out by the Angels. ASSOCIATED PRESS DETROIT -- Justin Morneau homered


ROUNDUP \ Saturday's events

Gordon wins pole: Jeff Gordon, the first driver to make a qualifying attempt Saturday for the


NASCAR BUSCH-AARON'S 312 LINEUP

NASCAR BUSCH-AARON'S 312 LINEUP After Friday qualifying; race today At Talladega Superspeedway


Youngstown native debuts at the Metropolitan

The tenor said that he's met with some prejudice. STAFF/WIRE REPORT NEW YORK -- Lawrence


MAHONING COUNTY

MAHONING COUNTY Marriage licenses David B. Kelso, 32, of 252 Afton Ave., Boardman, and Wendy M.


RECORD REVIEWS

'TWELVE' Patti Smith (Columbia) Grade: C When a rock musician covers someone else's song, it's


Timmons quiet, but top choice is heard on field

Lombardi Award winner LaMarr Woodley of Michigan was added in the second round. PITTSBURGH (AP) --


NATION In shaken-baby syndrome debate, studies disagree

Does shaken-baby syndrome exist? Some say no. ASSOCIATED PRESS When 7-month-old Natalie Beard's


Business news digest

REGION Federal judge OKs Werner Holding sale GREENVILLE, Pa. -- A federal bankruptcy court judge


2 pupils arrested on drug charges

STRUTHERS -- Two female pupils at Struthers Middle School were suspended for 10 days and may face


Judge sentences man who tried to sell son

MIDDLETOWN, Ohio (AP) -- A man who was accused of trying to sell his 2-year-old son has been


Snyder-Oris troth is announced, wedding date set

WARREN -- Announced by Kathy Oris, 964 Center St. W., is the engagement of her son Alex Oris, 218


'DANGEROUS BOOK FOR BOYS' A retro look at childhood arts Book by the Brothers Iggulden celebrates boyhood and all that goes with it, from the messy to the minute

By JILL LAWLESS ASSOCIATED PRESS LONDON -- Nostalgia ain't what it used to be. In these


ARTS ALIVE III RESERVATION DEADLINE IS APPROACHING

Arts Alive III reservation deadline is approaching YOUNGSTOWN -- Reservations are due Monday for


Schools ban iPods to thwart cheating

Some students have recorded test answers or downloaded crib notes. MERIDIAN, Idaho (AP) -- Banning


NASCAR Debris claim not good for business

After a meeting with NASCAR Friday, Tony Stewart humbly admitted that he was wrong. TALLADEGA,


OHIO HOUSE Work winds down on budget proposal

Some of the GOP's priorities match the Democratic governor's. COLUMBUS (AP) -- Expanding Medicaid


AT A GLANCE \ Steelers draft picks

Lawrence Timmons, OLB, Florida State, 6-1, 234, No. 15 overall pick. An out-of-ordinary pick for the


2 found shot in yard

2 found shot in yard YOUNGSTOWN -- Two shooting victims were found lying in a yard in the 200


THURSDAY'S GAMES

THURSDAY'S GAMES AMERICAN LEAGUE Cleveland 9, Texas 4 Minnesota 1, Kansas City 0, 11 innings


Workers unearth bones of prehistoric camel

PHOENIX (AP) -- Workers digging at the future site of a Wal-Mart store in suburban Mesa have


Injured students will face physical, emotional scars

Most of the injured students are choosing to heal in private. BLACKSBURG, Va. (AP) -- Senior Kevin


SOUTHERN OHIO Tornado damages property but leaves people uninjured

ASSOCIATED PRESS A tornado caused hit-or-miss property damage and uprooted trees in southern Ohio


St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace

St. Elizabeth's Family Birthplace Jeanie M. Schreffler and Jaison M. Carman, East Liverpool, boy,


Visiting judge to hear civil case

In both cases, defendants contended they had not been notified of important hearings. By ED RUNYAN


Boardman grad on 'Jeopardy!'

Andrew Rostan, a 2003 Boardman High School graduate, appeared on the television game show


NBA PLAYOFFS Bulls have defending champs on ropes

Chicago has a 3-0 advantage on Miami with a 104-96 victory. ASSOCIATED PRESS MIAMI -- Chicago is


CAMPUS NOTES In the spotlight

PEPPERDINE UNIVERSITY, MALIBU, CALIF. Mary Huebert of North Lima was elected editor in chief of


PGA Donald continues Nelson streak

He's ahead of three others by one stroke. IRVING, Texas (AP) -- Luke Donald is finally leading the


YSU students due on 'Sunday Morning With Dee'

Recently, Youngstown State University journalism and telecommunication students traveled to


Today is Sunday, April 29, the 119th day of 2007. There are 246 days left in the year. On this date

Today is Sunday, April 29, the 119th day of 2007. There are 246 days left in the year. On this date


NFL DRAFT Raiders have faith in Russell's muscle

It was the fourth time in five years the Lions chose a wideout high in the draft. NEW YORK -- The


LOCAL

LOCAL K.O. Drugs registration YOUNGSTOWN -- Registration for the K.O. Drugs High School Boxing


Economy's poky pace hints at recession

During the first quarter, consumers carried the economy. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The worst economic


OHIO Many miss out on benefits

Cleveland was ranked as the nation's poorest city last year. CLEVELAND (AP) -- Low- and moderate-


23 teens to receive Eagle of Cross prizes

High school juniors and seniors will be honored at a special liturgy. YOUNGSTOWN -- The Diocese of


Brandon-Giese engagement is being announced

CLEVELAND -- Amanda Brandon and Jeremy Giese, both of 6511 Marsol Road, are announcing their


SCHEDULE

SCHEDULE National TV in parentheses May 3 At Ariake Colosseum, Tokyo, Japan, Hozumi Hasegawa,


MODEL RECOMMENDATIONS Replacing harsh guidelines

Curves may be in, but changes aren't likely to occur anytime soon on the runways of New York Fashion


NL ROUNDUP \ Saturday's other games

Cubs 8, Cardinals 1 ST. LOUIS -- Jacque Jones hit a bases-loaded triple in Chicago's seven-run


BASEBALL

BASEBALL Washington & amp; Jefferson 6, Grove City 2 -- Grove City is 12-13, 4-9 Presidents'


School district must repay misdirected taxes

COLUMBUS (AP) -- A tiny Western Ohio school district must repay nearly 175,000 in income tax


Terror attacks increased in '06, U.S. report says

Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice considered postponing release of the report. MCCLATCHY


NFL Worst teams excel at badness

Once again, the Browns have a high pick in the draft. NEW YORK (AP) -- The top dozen teams making


REVIEW Lawrence Brownlee makes a promising debut

By MIKE SILVERMAN ASSOCIATED PRESS WRITER NEW YORK -- The tears that filled Lawrence Brownlee's


MAJOR LEAGUE BOXSCORES

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Edwards' candidacy faces hairy future

Opinion: By JIM SHEA HARTFORD COURANT April 17, 2007. On this date, John Edwards lost any chance he had


Hickton replaces Rupert as CEO

RTI will continue to push into component making for its customers. By DON SHILLING VINDICATOR


PGA Thoughts of Lord Byron are on Verplank's mind

A flyover by fighter jets marked the first such stoppage during a tournament. IRVING, Texas (AP)


Magazines figure it's time to feature curvy models

Photographs of supermodels proves heavier women can look gorgeous. By LESLEY KENNEDY SCRIPPS


PROPERTY STUDY

PROPERTY STUDY Youngstown The Youngstown Board of Control hired MS Consultants to test the soil


Engineering program

Engineering program YOUNGSTOWN -- About 45 students from high schools in Mahoning, Trumbull and


Permits issued with no checks

Dann has asked for the immediate revocation of the permits. By MARC KOVAC VINDICATOR


Born in 1972 in Youngstown, the son of Lawrence and Fran Brownlee.

Born in 1972 in Youngstown, the son of Lawrence and Fran Brownlee. A graduate of East High


Haz-Mat cleanup to cost 500K

There is 'substantial contamination' at one property. By DAVID SKOLNICK CITY HALL REPORTER


AMERICAN LEAGUE Tribe files protest in 7-4 loss to O's

The Indians' winning streak was snapped at six games. CLEVELAND (AP) -- A bizarre set of


BUSINESS CONFAB Award winners

Cardinal Mooney chapter of Future Business Leaders of America attended the state conference in


higher education

HIGHER EDUCATION YSU funding Ohio House Republicans say their budget proposal would give


Oleski's slam leads Fitch; Canfield, Howland win

Mooney and Liberty won softball games. AUSTINTOWN -- Chuck Oleski belted a grand slam and a single


AWARDS\ Recipients

Twenty-three teens in the Diocese of Youngstown will receive Eagle of the Cross Awards. Recipients


Dems play with fire in Latin America

Opinion: Will Congress pass the pending free-trade agreements with Colombia, Peru and Panama? Or will the


GUN LICENSES

GUN LICENSES Local numbers The Ohio Attorney General's Office provided these statistics on gun


Wait worth it for Quinn

BEREA (AP) -- Brady Quinn's wish was granted after all. Just not nearly as soon as he had hoped.


PUBLISHERS WEEKLY BEST-SELLERS | For the week ending April 21

HARDCOVER FICTION 1. "The Children of Hurin" by J.R.R. Tolkien, edited by Christopher Tolkien


Construction crews busy with rebuilding at site of trade center

The Freedom Tower will replace the twin towers destroyed in the 2001 terrorist attacks. NEW YORK


NATIONAL LEAGUE Pirates beat Reds for fifth straight win

Ian Snell pitched seven shutout innings and Jason Bay delivered again. PITTSBURGH (AP) -- Ian


Disobedient pet could have caused a tragedy

Dear Heloise: We saw a tragedy in the making during the morning rush hour today and thought of a


McCartney ranks third in Britain's richest list

McCartney ranks third in Britain's richest list LONDON -- Paul McCartney is ranked third in an


GOLF ROUNDUP \ Friday's other events

Corona Championship MORELIA, Mexico -- Lorena Ochoa struggled in her second round as the No. 1


A call for 1,000 men to pray

The evangelist is challenging men to accept their God-given responsibilities. By LINDA M. LINONIS


INDY RACING LEAGUE Kanaan snaps his pole drought

He has the top spot for the IRL race in Kansas City. KANSAS CITY, Kan. (AP) -- Tony Kanaan will


FIRED PROSECUTORS Attorney warned Justice Department

Altorney General Alberto Gonzales has vowed to keep serving as long as he can be effective.


Pentagon: Senior al-Qaida operator shipped to Gitmo

WASHINGTON (AP) -- After being secretly held by the CIA for months, an Iraqi who was one of al-


NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION

NATIONAL BASKETBALL ASSOCIATION PLAYOFFS FIRST ROUND (Best of 7) Saturday, April 21 New


SAUDI ARABIA 172 militants arrested in big terrorist plot

Some of the terrorists had gone to other countries to learn how to fly. RIYADH, Saudi Arabia (AP)


AUTO RACING 3 female drivers ready for KC race

It's the first time in motorsports history three women will participate in one race. KANSAS CITY,


NBA PLAYOFFS Cavs are no wizards at winning, but they do

Cleveland could complete the first playoff sweep in franchise history. WASHINGTON (AP) -- The


MAJOR LEAGUE STATISTICS

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KATHY MITCHELL AND MARCY SUGAR \ Annie's Mailbox Family needs to become involved in caregiving

Dear Annie: Five years ago, my mother-in-law moved in with us after my father-in-law died. Mom was


Rayen team going to global finals

The team took regional and state honors to advance to international competition. YOUNGSTOWN -- The


MLB ROUNDUP \ Friday's other games

AMERICAN LEAGUE Twins 5, Tigers 3 DETROIT -- Pinch-hitter Joe Mauer's two-run single capped a


THISTLEDOWN RESULTS

THISTLEDOWN RESULTS FRIDAY 1st--Sheeza Mons (Stokes)14.807.003.60 Landover (Pilares)13.605.40


Bensing fires 2-hitter

Lakeview's pitcher, backed by Lex Sidley's home run, beat Hubbard 3-1. By JOHN BASSETTI


STEPS TO SAINTHOOD Church prays for a miracle for its Polish pope

ASSOCIATED PRESS EMBERS OF A CLEVELAND parish, where one Sunday Masses is celebrated in Polish,