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Field trips open doors for Bridgeport students

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BRIDGEPORT — From fighting disease to helping keep the power running, students at Bridgeport High School learned more about their strengths, and where those strengths might take them, when they participated in field trips to different professional sites the week of Nov. 17-21. Guidance ...

Trump says one of the National Guard shot by Afghan national died

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WEST PALM BEACH, Florida (AP) — President Donald Trump said that one of the two West Virginia National Guard members shot by an Afghan national near the White House had died, calling the shooter who had worked with the CIA in his native country a “savage monster.” As part of his ...

Audit shows millions in questionable spending at former college

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(The Center Square) — An audit of a now-closed eastern Ohio community college revealed millions in questionable federal taxpayer dollar spending on student financial aid. State Auditor Keith Faber announced questions surrounding $17 million in spending at Eastern Gateway Community College. ...

Giving thanks in Belmont County

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MARTINS FERRY — As residents prepare to gather around the dinner table and spend Thursday with their loved ones, Belmont County officials are reflecting on what they’re thankful for this year. Belmont County Sheriff James Zusack said that he is thankful for his staff at the Sheriff’s ...

Stocks rally on hopes for lower interest rates as Dow jumps 660 points

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NEW YORK (AP) — The U.S. stock market is climbing again Tuesday on hopes for a coming cut to interest rates. The S&P 500 rose 0.8% after breaking out of a morning lull, where it bobbed between small gains and losses. The Dow Jones Industrial Average was up 650 points, or 1.4%, with less ...