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A better job at what cost?

Opinion: By Danny Tyree Cagle Cartoons When I was in school, many of my classmates were probably


Midterm elections could put US on path to ‘Democratic socialism’SFlb

Opinion: By Rick Jensen Cagle Cartoons Heading into the midterms, it’s a good idea to take stock of what


Heroism and honor define legacy of Sen. John McCain

Editorial: Ten months ago, veteran U.S. Sen. John McCain, R-Ariz., sat down for a candid interview with veteran


Some questions for Trump’s nominee for Supreme Court

Opinion: WASHINGTON Senate Republicans and Democrats are at daggers drawn over confirmation of Brett


Catholics should not leave church over abuse charges

Opinion: Catholics should not leave church over abuse charges The recent revela- tions of the years of


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City has little to lose in exploring Y’town Thermal

Opinion: One of my favorite song lyrics goes like this: “Watch what you say to someone with nothing. It’s


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Fracking not the problem with water in Youngstown

Editorial: For the umpteenth time, Youngstown residents will be asked to ban fracking, and for the umpteenth


Lawsuit has a familiar stench

Opinion: Remember the “chicken s--- caper” that generated some gallows humor about the proposed HomeGoods


Code Blue for doctors

Opinion: If you are frustrated by wait times to see your doctor, the cost of health insurance and


Catholic Church should get rid of the old guard, including the pope

Opinion: By Michael Reagan Cagle Cartoons Am I the only Catholic who thinks the church needs to consider


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Join Panerathon and make strides to beat breast cancer

Editorial: Sandwiched between the excitement of the start of the high school football season Friday and the


Baseball has a no-comfort zone

Opinion: By Peter Funt Cagle Cartoons In a recent discussion with a Major League pitching coach about


Tax cuts a boon for the wealthy

Opinion: By Kayla Kitson OtherWords The Trump-GOP tax law was sold as a boon for the middle class. But


Youngstown voters will decide if council term limits are fair

Opinion: Youngstown voters will see three charter amendments on the Nov. 6 ballot. One of them is quite


Republicans in Congress fail in their watchdog role

Editorial: The past two weeks have not been great for America’s chief executive or those who worship at the