BUSINESS

BUSINESS

Big dive for Dow kOn Wall Street, the Dow Jones industrial average tumbled 248 points Wednesday, as economic recovery recedes further onto the horizon.

Tailspin for retail

kOn Main Street, retail sales fell in December by 2.7 percent, a much worse-than-expected plunge.

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LOCAL

Baby, it’s cold outside

kFRIGID conditions are socking the Mahoning Valley, as well as the Midwest. Check conditions and school closings and delays.

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New at the top at Forum Health

kA NEW senior management team for Youngstown-based Forum Health introduced itself to the Mahoning Valley on Wednesday.

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SPORTS

Canfield, Struthers win girls basketball

kThe Canfield High girls basketball team defeated Salem 48-39 Wednesday night. In other action, Struthers beat Liberty 57-51.

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A new horror flick with a Valley twist

kSDLqMy Bloody Valentine 3D” returns to those entertainingly scary days of yesteryear. The remake of the 1981 hit features Jeff Hochendoner, a Poland resident.

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HOLIDAY

MLK Day activities abound in the Valley

kCheck our listing of events in the region for Martin Luther King Jr. Day, a federal holiday Monday. Special observances are planned throughout the region. Also note closings of schools and government offices.

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