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    Since Middletown has not distributed revenue from water payments since a cyberattack took down systems in mid-August, council elected Monday to transfer another $200,000 from the general fund until payments resume in January. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Middletown expected to begin utility billing in January
    Dustin Toler, 31, of Middletown was arrested Sunday by Middletown police after an hour-long standoff. He had a warrant out for his arrest following a felony probation violation charge. WCPO
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    Hourlong standoff in Middletown ends with arrest of suspect who had warrant out since...
    Serving the Homeless Alternate Lodging Of Middletown (SHALOM) will begin its nightly shelters Jan. 4 at eight local churches in Middletown. CONTRIBUTED/FILE
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    Nightly shelters for homeless at 8 Middletown churches open Sunday
    Logistix is proposing to construct a 155,000-square-foot data center on a large parcel that is along U.S. 127, Grand Boulevard and University Boulevard in Hamilton on vacant and undeveloped property. The building is expected to be near the corner of Grand and U.S. 127, with planned entrance off Grand Boulevard. PROVIDED
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    The big Journal-News headlines of 2025: Data centers, JD Vance, immigration and more
    Brian Bennett, co-owner of 3rd Shift Sweets bakery with his wife, Taryne, has dressed up like the Grinch this holiday season in Middletown to spread holiday cheer. BRYN DIPPOLD/STAFF
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    The Grinch who loved Middletown: Local business owner brings festive fun
    The Jug in Middletown closed for the 2025 season Tuesday, Dec. 23, 2025. BRYN DIPPOLD/STAFF
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    Last chance: The Jug closes for season today
    Eight people, including five young children, were injured in a two-vehicle crash Monday in Middletown, according to Middletown police. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    8 injured, including 5 children, in two-vehicle Middletown crash
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    Luxury living in Middletown: Loft apartment above BeauVerre part of renovation of...
    The artists at InsideOut Studio in Hamilton have worked with students at the Booker T. Washington Center for the past few summers thanks to funding from the Hamilton Community Foundation. Pictured are students working on mosaics at the BTW Center on Monday, July 7, 2025. Inspiration Studios and Booker T. Washington Center are examples of organizations involved in the 2025 Holiday Giving Hub.  MICHAEL D. PITMAN/STAFF
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    Holiday giving: 6 tips for end-of-year donations
    Since Middletown has not received revenue from water payments since a cyberattack took down systems in mid-August, council elected Tuesday to transfer $800,000 from the general fund until payments resume in January. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Middletown advances $800K for funds during utility billing outage
    Jonathan Crabtree, 24, appeared in court Friday for a preliminary hearing. He is being charged with attempted murder and theft after allegedly stabbing a 25-year-old man and stealing a Middletown police cruiser. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Case involving Middletown stabbing bound over to grand jury
    A crowd of supporters gathered for a ribbon cutting and tour of the completed expansion of the Robert "Sonny" Hill Jr. Community Center Wednesday, Dec. 17, 2025 in Middletown. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Middletown community center unveiled after $6.7M renovation
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    Staples van fire delays traffic on I-75
    In Butler County, there were 184 overdose deaths in 2022, 130 deaths in 2023 and 88 deaths in 2024, according to the Butler County General Health District.  NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Overdose deaths down in Butler County as Narcan access increases
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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
    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
    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. Photo courtesy Middletown Division of Police.
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    Man accused of stabbing person 30 times, stealing Middletown cruiser arrested in Kentucky
    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
    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
    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...
    Middletown quarterback Joseph Ward carries the ball during their Division I State semifinal football game against St. Xavier Friday, Nov. 28, 2025 at Welcome Stadium in Dayton. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    High school football: ‘History. We made history’ — Middletown’s dream season ends in...
    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
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    ‘Memorial bears’ made by Middletown business owner meant to honor lost loved ones
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    Land of Illusion’s Christmas Glow is a 2-mile drive-thru experience with 3.8M lights
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    Middletown’s vacant property law unenforced, stalling downtown revitalization
    Three months after a cybersecurity attack affected city systems in Middletown, people will be able to pay water bills starting in December. NICK GRAHAM/STAFF
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    Middletown backs down from 25% charge on water bills
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