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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...
Valley Hot Dog Shoppe locations to offer $1 chili dogs for National Chili Dog Day July 25
Thursday, July 25 is National Chili Dog day, and all four Hot Dog Shoppe locations in the Mahoning Valley are celebrating with an offer that will keep your stomach and your wallet full. Starting at 10:00 a.m. on Thursday, Hot Dog Shoppe in Girard, Warren, Boardman and East Liverpool will...
Family Fun Day raises money for inclusive and accessible playground
COLUMBIANA, Ohio (WKBN) – One of many fundraisers for a new inclusive and accessible playground at Firestone Park in Columbiana was held Friday evening. The money raised will go toward redoing the Funland Playground so people of all abilities can enjoy it. About 250 people showed up for bounce...
Renowned comedian Chris Wineland to perform a show in Girard
National Christian comedian Chris Wineland is set to return to his home roots for a one-weekend-only performance in Northeast Ohio. This highly anticipated event marks the first time in years that Wineland has brought his comedic talents to Ohio. The performance will take place at Liberty Assembly of God, the very church where Wineland served as a youth pastor.
National Ice Cream Day: July 21, 2024
National Ice Cream Day: July 21, 2024 | Youngstown confectioner Harry Burt Jr. invented the ice cream bar and truck in 1920. In its history of the Good Humor ice cream company, the Mahoning Valley Historical Society stated that Burt obtained the patent to produce the Good Humor ice cream bar and production process on Oct. 9, 1923.
Youngstown staple opens second location
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – A family-owned and operated fifth-generation Youngstown staple just expanded. Zabel’s Restaurant Equipment and Supplies started in the 1900s in downtown Youngstown and has been at its Market Street location for decades. The business is now open at another location on South Avenue in Boardman that’s easy to access whether you’re coming or going.
Pinball wizard: Rob Berk of Past Times Arcade holds Guinness World Record
Ever since he was a young boy, Rob Berk played the silver ball. “Probably [my] first memories of pinball were growing up as a young guy, maybe 5 or 6 years old, and going in the basement of my parent’s home and seeing this contraption down there and not knowing what it was,” Berk said. “It was a pinball machine.”
Mahoning Valley Historical Society to host scavenger hunt, road trip competition next month
History Buffs with a knack for competition and racing have something to rev their engines about next month. The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is hosting its 10th annual Amazing History Race on August 9. It will test contestant's knowledge of history in the area and begin at 5 p.m. Contestants...
The Best Bagels & Lox in Akron, Northeast Ohio
One of my favorite breakfast and brunch dishes is a bagel with lox, capers and cream cheese. Tomato is optional, but you can keep the red onion. However, it seems like a rare find in Northeast Ohio. So I turned to my Instagram following to ask where they order a...
Youngstown Writers' Guild (August 17 POP!)
Gather in a safe space with other writers. All genres, experience levels, and ages are welcome. Any children under 13 should be accompanied by an adult. Socialize, share tips, experience, and events. Become part of a community that understands both the joys and the struggles of the writing life. We will meet from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00pm. at POP! Art Books Culture (6949 Market St, Boardman, OH 44512).
Nate Sheen honored as Rotarian of Year
Nate Sheen is the kind of person who will go the extra mile for those in need. That kind of quality is among the reasons he recently was honored as the 2024 Alliance Rotarian of the Year. During his announcement of the Rotarian of the Year Award, Rodman Public Library...
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