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Girard Council looking to close loophole in regulations on koi ponds after child rescued, revived
Back in May, 21 News reported on a toddler who was revived after he fell into a pond in a neighbor's yard. Now city leaders are looking to close a loophole in the law in order to prevent incidents like this from happening again. Girard Councilman at Large John Moliterno...
Champion Township Trustee dies at 68
A Champion Township Trustee has died at the age of 68. According to an obituary, trustee William "Bill" Templeton has died of a heart attack at the age of 68. Trustees tell us Templeton has served on the Board for four terms. In addition to serving as a trustee, Templeton...
Lost dog found browsing Flying J aisles
A shelter in Ohio located the owner of a lost dog after it was found wandering the aisles of a Flying J truck stop on Monday morning. A clerk at the Flying J in Hubbard Township, Ohio was working at 5:30 a.m. on Monday, July 22nd when a dog snuck in through the front doors when a customer stepped inside.
International Towers residents speak on experience since evacuation
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Demolition of the Realty Building in downtown Youngstown continues. When it gets to the fourth floor, the evacuation notice for more than 150 residents of the International Towers will be lifted. Over 170 residents are still out of their homes, in desperate need of items...
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...
Festival of the Arts returns to downtown Youngstown
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — The Summer Festival of the Arts will return to Wean Park in downtown Youngstown this weekend for its 26th annual exhibition. Guests will have the opportunity to explore an array of fine arts and crafts, showcasing the talents of both local and national artists. From intricate jewelry to captivating paintings, the festival provides a unique platform for artists to showcase their finest works.
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.
State funds help million-dollar dreams come true at Boardman Arts Park
A $1 million award from the state of Ohio has moved Boardman Arts Park one step closer to putting a dream into action. Allotted the money from the state's One-Time Strategic Community Fund, park staffers have earmarked it for a purpose some might call "whimsical." However, their idea is hardly a whim; it's...
‘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...
Blue Envelope program to identify drivers and passengers with special needs in Mahoning County
At this drive up event outside Leonard Kirtz school in Austintown folks with special needs were handed a blue envelope as the Mahoning County Prosecutor, the Sheriff's Office, and Mahoning County Board of Developmental Disabilities launched the Blue Envelope program. "What goes inside is a copy of your vehicle, registration,...
‘Youngstown serves as an ideal hub:’ Zoetic Global renewable energy plant to open in city
A new energy plant that will focus on providing clean energy will soon open in Youngstown. Zoetic Global, a renowned renewable energy organization, announced via press release that it will be hosting a grand opening for a new energy plant on Wednesday. The new plant is projected to have energy...
Poland Library closed Monday as architect investigates structural concerns
The Public Library in Poland is closed on Monday as an architect looks into structural concerns at the building. According to a news release from the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, a full external and structural evaluation of the building was warranted and preliminary analysis confirmed some movement at the south end of the building's first floor.
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