Nurses of Steward-owned hospitals hope for new owners to bring change as bankruptcy uncertainties remain

Nurses of Steward-owned hospitals hope for new owners to bring change as bankruptcy uncertainties remain

An uncertain restructuring process unfolds now that Steward Healthcare has officially filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy, leaving a lot of questions as to what comes next for Steward-owned hospitals in the Mahoning and Shenango Valleys. The news comes as Nat

Tuesday, May 7th 2024, 7:09 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
Family says daughter's life-saving medicine for rare disease costs over $160-thousand

Family says daughter's life-saving medicine for rare disease costs over $160-thousand

The fluid cost of the medication has left the family scrambling for a necessity Christine Lapotta can't live without.

Friday, May 3rd 2024, 7:08 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
Communities show support for Lakeview student injured during track practice

Communities show support for Lakeview student injured during track practice

"It's the outpouring of love and support that sets this community apart from others," Superintendent Velina Jo Taylor said. "They will do everything possible to make sure Frankie and his family know they are loved and supported."

Thursday, May 2nd 2024, 4:11 AM EDT by Erin Simonek
Valley dispensaries, cultivators react to potential cannabis reclassification

Valley dispensaries, cultivators react to potential cannabis reclassification

Cannabis could be reclassified for the first time since the Controlled Substances Act became law half a century ago.

Tuesday, April 30th 2024, 10:07 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Mercy Health – St. Joseph Warren Hospital opens Cardiac Cath Lab

Mercy Health – St. Joseph Warren Hospital opens Cardiac Cath Lab

Patients who need diagnostic cardiac catheterization can now undergo the procedure at Mercy Health – St. Joseph Warren Hospital, in a newly opened, state-of-the-art catheterization lab.

Monday, April 29th 2024, 11:48 AM EDT
Dylan's House hosting weekend fundraiser to support individuals with autism

Dylan's House hosting weekend fundraiser to support individuals with autism

The non-profit is named after Kevin & Amy's son, Dylan, who has lived on his own for several years.

Friday, April 26th 2024, 10:02 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Youngstown Councilwoman provides update on plans for former south side McDonald's building

Youngstown Councilwoman provides update on plans for former south side McDonald's building

Davis tells 21 News this building will act as a community center targeted towards senior citizens, but this building will have plenty more to offer.

Friday, April 26th 2024, 12:58 PM EDT by Zach Mosca & Erin Simonek
YSU fashion program host fashion show promoting body positivity

YSU fashion program host fashion show promoting body positivity

This annual event has been taking place since 2013. The show is put on every year to honor Danielle Peters, a former student who died from an eating disorder in 2012.

Wednesday, April 24th 2024, 9:12 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Youngstown City Schools announce budget cuts and layoffs

Youngstown City Schools announce budget cuts and layoffs

The district projects that cuts and layoffs will reduce expenditures by $3.5-4 million. The district does not plan to lay off any teaching positions.

Tuesday, April 23rd 2024, 9:39 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Vienna Township makes more PD and FD staffing cuts, police chief quits on the spot

Vienna Township makes more PD and FD staffing cuts, police chief quits on the spot

After 2 hours of executive session, Assistant Fiscal Officer Tom Shay confirmed the township has at least $1.3 million of unpaid bills. Trustee Phil Pegg said while the current total stands at $1.3 million, it is likely to increase.

Tuesday, April 23rd 2024, 5:08 AM EDT by Maura Rubinic & Erin Simonek
Project MKC raises $90k for children in need

Project MKC raises $90k for children in need

"We serve all of Northeast Ohio," Coffin added. "From Steubenville to Cleveland and in between. It's a vast network of over 85 partners that we serve throughout Northeast Ohio."

Friday, April 19th 2024, 10:41 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Ward Bakery building purchased by new owner, artists ordered to vacate building by June 10

Ward Bakery building purchased by new owner, artists ordered to vacate building by June 10

"We're trying to figure out who the new buyer is and what kind of options we have," Van Hoose concluded. "It's a very complicated situation and it's not going to be solved by one meeting."

Wednesday, April 17th 2024, 10:08 PM EDT by Zach Mosca & Erin Simonek
Fundraisers withdraw application to sell alcohol at American Legion on Celebrate Poland Day

Fundraisers withdraw application to sell alcohol at American Legion on Celebrate Poland Day

Task Force 20's Luke Schuster withdrew his liquor application during Tuesday's council meeting, after receiving much pushback from the Celebrate Poland committee and some village leaders.

Wednesday, April 17th 2024, 5:31 AM EDT by Erin Simonek
Two organizations at odds over proposed ban on alcohol sales at Poland Village events

Two organizations at odds over proposed ban on alcohol sales at Poland Village events

A war of words, and some new proposed legislation is brewing discord between two non-profit groups in Poland Village.

Monday, April 15th 2024, 11:07 PM EDT by Janet Rogers
East Palestine residents push back on Norfolk Southern settlement

East Palestine residents push back on Norfolk Southern settlement

Worries and frustrations filled Columbiana's Main Street Theatre and Enon Valley's SNPJ Recreation Center Monday as legal experts discussed the East Palestine community's options involving Norfolk Southern's $600 million settlement.

Monday, April 15th 2024, 10:05 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Bird flu is spreading to more farm animals. Are milk and eggs safe?

Bird flu is spreading to more farm animals. Are milk and eggs safe?

A bird flu outbreak in U.S. dairy cows has spread to more than two dozen herds in eight states.

Saturday, April 13th 2024, 12:04 PM EDT
Non-union contractors want Mahoning County to end agreements awarding work to unionized businesses

Non-union contractors want Mahoning County to end agreements awarding work to unionized businesses

"Having a PLA is discriminating against us non-unioned companies because it takes us, non-unioned workers, out of the running," explained an employee with J.S. BOVA Excavating during Thursday's commissioner's meeting.

Friday, April 12th 2024, 4:54 AM EDT by Erin Simonek
Business incubator program assisting underprivileged business owners

Business incubator program assisting underprivileged business owners

"I always tell people Youngstown is a blank canvas. However you want to paint it, paint it. Whatever we don't have, you could put it here as an entrepreneur," said Councilman Julius Oliver.

Tuesday, April 9th 2024, 9:14 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Warren's Summit Street Dam to be demolished this summer

Warren's Summit Street Dam to be demolished this summer

"We've been working through a design-build contract for the past two years," said Makosky. "Environmental work is being completed. They're going to mobilize into the community to begin some of the environmental work with the deconstruction in June."

Monday, April 8th 2024, 9:18 PM EDT by Erin Simonek
Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area could be coming to Downtown Warren

Designated Outdoor Refreshment Area could be coming to Downtown Warren

"If we can come up with an amicable agreement [regarding the times, dates, locations, etc.] then that plan would then be passed onto council for consideration," Colbert said. 

Monday, April 8th 2024, 9:10 PM EDT by Zach Mosca & Erin Simonek