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Car and custom bike show to raise funds for Veteran's Outreach Mahoning Valley
While checking out classic cars, muscle cars, and hot rods at the 12th annual Armstrong Street Scene Car and Custom Bike show at Austintown Park, the show's sponsor, reminds us it's important to reflect on those who have sacrificed for our country and extend a hand up to them. That's...
Austintown businesses host Christmas in July market to benefit cat sanctuary
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Sunday was Christmas in July in Austintown to support the Furrever and After Cat Sanctuary as well as local artisans, makers and bakers. The outdoor market was put together by Café Rosé and Sarah’s Ceramic Studio in Austintown. Each participating small business...
More self-checkout lanes, Walmart+ lane, expanded pharmacy among Salem Walmart upgrades
The Salem community can now enjoy brand new renovations at the local Walmart Supercenter as it boasts new “customer-centric” features. Customers were welcomed inside the newly transformed supermarket located at at 2875 E. State St. after the store reopened its doors with a ribbon-cutting ceremony on Friday. New...
Retired Akron PD detective, K-9 handler named safety director for Akron Public Schools
Akron Public Schools has a new director of safety and security — but he's hardly a new face in Akron. Detective Alan Jones retired last month after a 33-year career with the Akron Police Department, including over a decade as a K-9 officer, the first Black person in that role in the department. He has worked in Akron's schools for years as a police liaison, providing security for events and occasionally filling in as a school resource officer. He's even helped coach a bit of football at his alma mater, Buchtel Community Learning Center.
County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Peach Social Car Cruise, plus news from Freedom, Hiram, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The long-awaited time capsule opening took place July 6. Inside the time capsule were, among other things, old newspapers, an old book from the Garrettsville 120th Centennial and a song written about Garrettsville called “Old Garrettsville” that was sung by two girls, according to the James A. Garfield Historical Society, when the time capsule was buried in 1924. Two women sang the song at the time capsule opening.
Staten Island Giants win Girls 18U title at NFL Flag Championships
CANTON -- July 21, 2024 -- In a game where every possession would matter, Staten Island Giants coach Michael Colt knew he couldn't afford to waste any opportunities. So when his team went on offense with a minute and a half left before intermission, he was looking for momentum. Staten...
Cemetery offers tour on Youngstown’s hidden history
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — A local cemetery gave people a chance to learn from the Mahoning Valley’s lesser-known history on Sunday. Oak Hill Cemetary dates back to the 1850s. Buried in it are some of Youngstown’s most famous families. A tour group at the cemetery on Sunday...
KSU Downtown Gallery continues long history featuring art from the region
First opening in 1997, the KSU Downtown Gallery has operated as a bridge between the city and the university, showcasing the work of local artists downtown for almost three decades. The gallery was formed under a different name and in a different building. It began as Gallery 138, like its...
Welbyn Francisca has the game of his life for the ACL Guardians, Chase DeLauter begins rehab assignment
I’m not sure why, but Joey Cantillo was pulled from the starting lineup, being replaced by Tyler Beede. Beede did not fair well, allowing five runs on three hits and three walks in just 2⁄3 of an inning. Tanner Burns put out the fire with 1 1⁄3 scoreless...
Warren City School District leader Steve Chiaro named Superintendent of the Year
Warren City Schools Superintendent Steve Chiaro received the Martha Holden Jennings Foundation’s 2024 Ohio Superintendent of the Year Award on Thursday. The prestigious honor is the highest accolade the foundation bestows upon an educator. The foundation celebrated Chiaro and presented the award to him at a banquet during the annual Jennings Educators Summit in Warrensville, Ohio.
Gas prices surge in Northeast Ohio: Up 23 cents in Akron, 16 cents in Cleveland
AKRON, Ohio — Gas prices have surged once again throughout Northeast Ohio as GasBuddy reports higher prices in both Akron and Cleveland since last week. Drivers in Akron are now paying an average of $3.47 per gallon after GasBuddy says prices went up 23.7 cents. The average cost in...
Austintown classic car, bike show raises money for veterans
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — The 12th annual Armstrong Street Scene Car and Custom Bike Show took place Sunday at Austintown Township Park. Many people’s rides were featured in a TV scene for a special episode of the popular Armstrong Neighborhood Channel’s “Street Scene” show hosted by Street Scene TV.
‘Make learning exciting, accessible:’ Meet OH WOW!’s new executive director in Youngstown
Katie Seminara-DeToro is returning to a familiar role in the Mahoning Valley helping students and families have fun while learning STEM education. She’s just accepted a new role as executive director of the OH WOW! Children’s Center for Science and Technology in Youngstown. “OH WOW! is and will...
Local priest shares experience among thousands at National Eucharistic Congress
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Thousands of Catholics filled Lucas Oil Stadium in Indianapolis this week for a convention that’s only happened 10 times in U.S. history. Local priest Will Wainio spoke to First News about his experience at the first National Eucharistic Congress in over 80 years. “To...
Off-and-on rain chances highlight the coming week's weather
Our chances for some much-needed rain begin Monday. We'll see a partly cloudy sky Monday with highs in the low 80s and a chance for a shower, even into the nighttime hours. Shower and storm chances will come and go Tuesday through early Thursday, too, as highs range from the mid-80s to near 80.
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