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Research: Consumers seek streamlined viewing experience
The latest wave of Hub Entertainment Research’s semi-annual Battle Royale survey sheds new light on how consumers make decisions in an increasingly crowded landscape of entertainment providers. Consumers are feeling the bite of more expensive streaming: In Hub’s latest survey, 88 per cent of entertainment consumers agree with the statement that streaming video subscriptions are…
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Carmina J. (Rubino) Schorner
Schorner <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> Carmina J. (Rubino) Schorner, 94, of Altoona, peacefully passed away Saturday surrounded by her family at The Village at Morrisons Cove. She was born in Altoona, daughter of the late John and Daisy (Mirabella) Rubino. Carmin married Norman S. Schorner on July 23, 1950, in Altoona. He preceded her in…
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Gladiators boys top Vikings for first win Friday, 42-38
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> The Ontonagon Gladiators boys’ basketball team got their first win of the season on Friday as they downed the Baraga Vikings 42-38. It was a slow start for the Gladiators (1-1) as they just scored 12 points in the first half. However, a strong defense kept the Baraga team to just…
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Blake Pietila named CCHA Goaltender of the Week
Michigan Tech goaltender Blake Pietila tracks a puck in the corner during a game against Bowling Green State Saturday at the MacInnes Student Ice Arena in Houghton. (David Archambeau/For the Gazette) <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> HOUGHTON — Michigan Tech Huskies senior Blake Pietila has been named the CCHA Goaltender of the Week the conference announced on Monday. It…
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Ralph ‘Ray’ Schenk
Schenk <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> Ralph “Ray” Schenk, 75, Hastings, went to be with the Lord on Sunday. He was born in Altoona, son of the late Paul and Dorothy Schenk. Surviving are his loving wife, Mary Kay (Mortensen) Schenk; children: Matt (Vanessa Biddle) Schenk of Duncansville, Julie (Schenk) Geisbrecht of Hastings and Bill (Robyn…
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Kinne named McAvoy Award recipient
Michigan Tech linebacker Samuel Kinne extends to try to block a pass attempt from Saginaw Valley State quarterback Mike O’Horo during a game Saturday, Nov. 11, at Kearly Stadium in Houghton. (David Archambeau/For the Gazette) <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> HOUGHTON — Michigan Tech Huskies football senior defensive lineman Samuel Kinne has been selected as the…
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AEDs gifted to area schools
ABOVE: Several area schools were awarded with AEDs in a special ceremony at East Chain Activity Center on Monday. From left: Riley Hiller of All Star Nutrition, Megan Morgan (Martin County West) Scott Smith (ADM), Cairne Eytcheson(Truman Public Schools), Terry Larsen, Mary Bennett, Marge Thiesse (Martin Luther High School) Bob and Lori Calkins, Cyndi Jensen…
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North Stars glide by Cardinals, 12-2
CONVERGING — Fairmont Area’s Dayton Draper (middle) maintains control of the puck while Prairie Centre teammates Dylan Gruenes (left) and Keegan Christians converge on the play during non-league hockey action Saturday at Martin County Arena in Fairmont. (Photo by Greg Abel) <!– SHOW ARTICLE –> FAIRMONT — The Fairmont Area boys hockey team lost 12-2…
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Ritchie County road work may cause delays
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> HARRISVILLE — Minor delays are anticipated on Beech Grove Road in Ritchie County from 7-5:30 p.m. through Friday for a water line installation, the Division of Highways said. Flaggers will maintain traffic. Inclement weather or unforeseen circumstances could change the schedule. Today’s breaking news and more in your inbox
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Sisterville Ferry getting into holiday spirit Saturday
<!– SHOW ARTICLE –> SISTERSVILLE — Free “Very Ferry Christmas Cruises” aboard the Sistersville Ferry will be offered Saturday. The historic ferry providing transportation across the Ohio River between Tyler and Monroe counties will depart at 11 a.m. and noon from Fly and 1 and 2 p.m. from Sistersville. There will be caroling, photos with…