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    Bomb threat reported at Planet Fitness in Middletown
    A proposed mixed-use development for the site of the Sonshine building and former Manchester Inn would require both buildings be demolished. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Residents weigh in on ‘The Manchester’ mixed-use proposal for downtown Middletown
    The Manchester Inn and Sonshine building are two of the five sites chosen by the city for its call for developers. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    PHOTOS: The Manchester Inn through the years
    A suspect in a stabbing on Bonita Drive Thursday, Dec. 4, 2025, reportedly stole a locked Middletown Division of Police Cruiser after crawling through the window. The man was arrested in Independence, Kentucky, according to police. MIDDLETOWN POLICE/CONTRIBUTED
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    Stabbing suspect who allegedly stole Middletown police cruiser back in court, bond set at...
    Tom Barber, quality manager at UGN, gives a tour to Middletown High School counselors on Wednesday, Dec. 10. 2025, at the manufacturing company in Monroe. BRYN DIPPOLD/STAFF
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    Workforce Institute connects students with job opportunities in Butler County
    Casey Gilpin, 47, of Mason, is charged with six felony counts related to tampering with evidence. He's pictured with his attorney, Chelsea Panzeca, on Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, in Butler County Judge Keith Spaeth's courtroom. He'll be back in court on Jan. 8. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    Former New Miami auxiliary cop arraigned on felony charges
    Walter Edward Wade, 44, of Middletown was indicted Tuesday in connection with the case of a pregnant woman found in a container along the side of the road in early August. He was arraigned Thursday, Dec. 11, 2025, on felony charges of tampering with evidence and gross abuse of a corpse. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    Third suspect indicted in case of pregnant woman found in container
    A white sedan was involved in a crash with a motorcycle on Roosevelt Boulevard in Middletown around 3 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 8, 2022. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Man accused of killing Middletown man in 2023 crash apprehended by US marshals
    The recently expanded medical wing of the Butler County Jail on Nov. 20. Butler County jail officials say it’s hard to know how many people in the jail are developmentally disabled or suffer from mental health issues, as they aren’t required to keep that statistic; but Butler County Sheriff Richard Jones believes it could be as many as a third of the entire jail population. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    Butler County Jail medical costs surge past $746K in 2025 — up $214K in a year
    Tyler McCleary was named the 2025 Hamilton Citizen of the Year and will be honored in January at the Greater Hamilton Chamber of Commerce annual dinner. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    2025 Hamilton Citizen of the Year is Tyler McCleary, founder of HamilTurkey
    IRG, which owns Third + Dayton is planning to construct a new 120-unit apartment complex across MLK Boulevard in Hamilton. The city is considering a preliminary and final planned development proposal, and a vote on the project could happen in mid-January 2026. Pictured on Wednesday, Dec. 3, 2025, is the site where the apartment building is planned. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    More downtown housing options in Hamilton? Apartment market in city expands
    Several of Hamilton's utility rates are expected to increase based on past council-approved rate increase plans. Electric rates, however, will not increase, according to the city. NICK GRAHAM/FILE
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    Planned utility rate increases in Hamilton coming on Jan. 1
    Pictured are students, teachers and staff at Hamilton High School involved in the Butler County high school's house system. Hamilton High School, which houses grades 10 through 12, has implemented a schoolhouse system for its over 800-student body. The house system helps create a smaller community within a large school, and develops community partnerships, such as with local businesses. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    Hamilton High ignites student engagement with house system
    Hamilton City Council is considering its 2026 budget and is expected to vote on it on Wednesday, Dec. 10, 2025. NICK GRAHAM/FILE
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    Budget anomaly for Hamilton could mean a dip in reserve fund
    Hamilton Police Officer Stephen Heffernan was found to have violated the department's use of force policy after injuring Michael Yordy, 62, of Hamilton. Yordy was arrested on an active warrant. The officer was suspended for 20 days and Yordy had his charges dismissed. CONTRIBUTED/CITY OF HAMILTON PD
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    Hamilton suspended officer in October for use of force policy violation
    Butler County Commissioner Cindy Carpenter had a complaint of racism and intimidation filed against her by an manager of an Oxford business. A county prosecutor investigation revealed no wrong-doing. NICK GRAHAM/FILE
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    Prosecutor clears Butler County commissioner of misconduct after apartment dispute
    The city of Middletown's proposed 2026 budget includes a 4.5% cost of living increase for all non-union employees and a $4.6 million increase in general fund spending. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    What you need to know about Middletown’s proposed 2026 budget
    A data center is likely coming to 141 acres in the city of Trenton. The site is just east of Molson Coors Beverage Company and south of Trenton's downtown. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Could a data center in Trenton be put to a public vote? What you need to know
    Breiel Boulevard in Middletown is closed southbound between Grand Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard due to a crash, according to Middletown police on Monday afternoon. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Man identified from fatal Middletown crash
    Sherry and Mike Hoskins, owners of Petals & Wicks, are retiring from the business after nearly a decade open on Main Street. They plan to sell the business, but if they can't find the right buyer, they'd close. Pending any sale of Petals & Wicks, their last day will be Dec. 28, 2025. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    Petals & Wicks owners to retire, looking for buyer for candle and scent bar
    Josh Hodges (left) and Scott Kruger  stand inside their new law office, Kruger & Hodges at the corner of South Third and Ludlow streets on Nov. 24, 2025, in Hamilton. During renovation, they uncovered what may be the original glass to the 19th-century building. The glass was painted advertising a former furniture store, but they couldn't remove it without breaking it. Hodges and Kruger had replicated the painted glass and it's on display in the office. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    ‘Hometown Lawyers’ expand practice with move to historic South Third Street building
    Breiel Boulevard in Middletown is closed southbound between Grand Avenue and Roosevelt Boulevard due to a crash, according to Middletown police on Monday afternoon. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    UPDATE: South Breiel Boulevard reopens after Middletown crash between Grand Avenue...
    Butler County Commissioner Don Dixon said he fellow commissioner T.C. Rogers don't plan to act on Commissioner Cindy Carpenter's proposal to address homelessness in Butler County. He said there is another plan the administration has worked on to address anticipated HUD cuts to the permanent supportive housing program. Pictured is Dixon, at left, with fellow commissioners, T.C. Rogers (center) and Cindy Carpenter at the Sept. 30, 2025, Butler County Commission meeting. MICHAEL D. PITMAN/FILE
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    Commissioners unaligned on plan for Butler County homeless shelter
    Ohio’s been on the radar screen from a cyber perspective in recent years, “and definitely not in a good way,” said Shawn Waldman, CEO of Morine-based Secure Cyber. He said about a 10 years the threats were “very much domestic,” but that’s not the case anymore. (iStock Photo)
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    Butler County communities ramp up cybersecurity as global threats, breaches rise
    An effort for more transparency regarding Middletown’s cybersecurity incident and a proposed 25% charge on initial water bills has reached over 2,000 signatures on a Change.org petition. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Middletown cyberattack fallout: Thousands of residents sign petition demanding answers
    Candice Smith-Bowling, pictured with her daughter Kayslie, 9, owns The Healthy Bee at 117 S. Main St. in downtown Monroe. The shop offers coffee, energy drinks and products from 17 local and woman-owned businesses. BRYN DIPPOLD/STAFF
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    Where to shop small in Butler County this Small Business Saturday
    Marcus Moore, 27, of Hamilton, who is charged with escape and aggravated drug possession, both felonies, was found Wednesday after he had previously cut his ankle monitor. FILE
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    Butler County man on the run after cutting ankle monitor is found
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    Police find Hamilton man accused of 1997 homicide
    New Miami volunteer police officer Casey Gilpin has been indicted on tampering with evidence charges by a Butler County grand jury. NICK GRAHAM/FILE
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    Former New Miami auxiliary police officer indicted on tampering charges
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    OVI checkpoint scheduled tonight in Ross Twp.
    Hatton Foundation Executive Director Walt Lunsford announced last month at the Miracle Ball a $1 million matching gift to help construct The Hope Center, a 31,000-square-foot, year-round indoor recreational facility designed for athletes with physical and developmental disabilities. CONTRIBUTED PHOTO/MATT GRIMES
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    Nuxhall Foundation receives $1M matching gift for The Hope Center
    Garver Family Farm Market is in the midst of a zoning dispute with Butler County. The owner, Michael Garver, said he is committed to resolving the issue. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Zoning violation sparks appeal for family-owned farm market in Butler County
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