Clearing old files at startup

I apologize if this question has been asked but I'm not sure how to phrase it...When I start a project I'm working on it continues to ask me about files that are no longer part of the project; the "file_name cannot be found." dialog box. How do I clear this information so I don't have to continually go through it?
Thanks!

Even if your audio file is not in the Arrange window anymore, it's probably in the Audio window. Go to the Audio window (Command-9), select the file and delete it from there.

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http://markzware.com/adobe-software/fix-illustrator-file-unknown-error-occurred-pdf2dtp-fi le-recovery/
http://www.illustrator.fixtoolbox.com/
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http://daxxter.wordpress.com/2009/04/16/how-to-recover-a-corrupted-illustrator-ai-file/
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Browser and other plug-ins
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MacInTouch List of Compatible Universal Binaries
MacInTouch List of Rosetta Compatible Applications
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2. Backup your data. This is vitally important in case you make a mistake or there's some other problem.
3. Connect a Firewire cable between your old Mac and your new Intel Mac.
4. Startup your old Mac in Target Disk Mode.
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If you are not able to use a Firewire connection (for example you have a Late 2008 MacBook that only supports USB:)
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MacBook (13-inch, Aluminum, Late 2008) and MacBook Pro (15-inch, Late 2008)- What to do if migration is unsuccessful;
MacBook Air- Migration Tips and Tricks;
MacBook Air- Remote Disc, Migration, or Remote Install Mac OS X and wireless 802.11n networks.
Copy the following items from your old Mac to the new Mac:
In your /Home/ folder: Documents, Movies, Music, Pictures, and Sites folders.
In your /Home/Library/ folder:
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/Home/Library/Application Support/iCal (copy the whole folder)
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/Home/Library/Keychains (copy the whole folder)
/Home/Library/Mail (copy the whole folder)
/Home/Library/Preferences/ (copy the whole folder)
/Home /Library/Calendars (copy the whole folder)
/Home /Library/iTunes (copy the whole folder)
/Home /Library/Safari (copy the whole folder)
If you want cookies:
/Home/Library/Cookies/Cookies.plist
/Home/Library/Application Support/WebFoundation/HTTPCookies.plist
For Entourage users:
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Also in /Home/Library/Preferences/Microsoft
Credit goes to Macjack for this information.
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Written by Kappy with additional contributions from a brody.
Revised 1/6/2009

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