Youngstown Council considers call to restore McGuffey Wildlife Preserve

Youngstown Council considers call to restore McGuffey Wildlife Preserve

The Youngstown City Council is set to consider a resolution next week that supports the restoration and preservation of the McGuffey Wildlife Preserve, a 73-acre property managed by Mill Creek Metroparks.

Thursday, November 13th 2025, 6:15 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Owners break ground at site of new Canfield Dairy Queen

Owners break ground at site of new Canfield Dairy Queen

Franchise operator Chrissy Smith tells 21 News the new location will be a "Grill & Chill" location featuring a full menu of hot foods, breakfast items and of course, ice cream treats.

Monday, November 10th 2025, 1:36 PM EST by Mike Gauntner & Zach Mosca
Youngstown’s Yosteria plans winery, pavilion, bocce court

Youngstown’s Yosteria plans winery, pavilion, bocce court

Owners of a Youngstown restaurant have submitted plans to the city to construct a winery, pavilion, and bocce court on the property adjacent to its current facility on Valley Street.

Friday, October 31st 2025, 6:22 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Reynolds Drive-in owners seek buyer as the family eyes retirement

Reynolds Drive-in owners seek buyer as the family eyes retirement

After successfully reviving a Mercer County community gathering spot, the owners of the Reynolds Drive-In have announced they are ready to retire and pass the business into new hands.

Wednesday, October 29th 2025, 5:40 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Trumbull County Tourism launches updated Italian Food Trail

Trumbull County Tourism launches updated Italian Food Trail

The program includes restaurants, pizzerias, and bakeries offering a variety of food, from wedding soup and greens to pizza and pizzelles.

Monday, October 27th 2025, 10:24 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
20 years of memories: Enter Covelli Centre photo contest

20 years of memories: Enter Covelli Centre photo contest

The contest's grand prize winner will receive a pair of Club Level Tickets to 10 shows in 2026.

Friday, October 24th 2025, 4:19 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
ODNR fall color update places Valley at 'near peak'

ODNR fall color update places Valley at 'near peak'

Trumbull, Mahoning, and Columbiana counties are included in the large area marked as "near peak" on the map, displaying prominent yellow and orange hues.

Friday, October 24th 2025, 3:59 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Over 1,500 trick-or-treaters gather at Eastwood Field

Over 1,500 trick-or-treaters gather at Eastwood Field

The event took place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with children of all ages and family members invited to the 27th annual "Trick or Treat" event, presented by Once Upon A Child in Niles.

Thursday, October 23rd 2025, 5:25 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Ohio lodges, state parks give military 30% off November stays

Ohio lodges, state parks give military 30% off November stays

The Ohio Department of Natural Resources is offering active-duty members and veterans of the U.S. military a 30% discount on overnight accommodations throughout November. The special discount applies to new reservations made for campsites, getaway rentals

Tuesday, October 21st 2025, 11:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Calling hours set for Valley bandleader Dominic Tocco

Calling hours set for Valley bandleader Dominic Tocco

Public calling hours are scheduled for Thursday for Dominic J. Tocco Jr., a longtime Teamsters union official, military veteran, and Youngstown-area musician, who died Friday.

Tuesday, October 7th 2025, 6:42 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Dominic Tocco, longtime Valley bandleader who fought cancer, dies at 77

Dominic Tocco, longtime Valley bandleader who fought cancer, dies at 77

Dominico Giacomo "Dom" Tocco, a beloved Ohio bandleader and singer who entertained audiences for more than six decades, died late last week after a long battle with cancer.

Monday, October 6th 2025, 11:31 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Bull riders set to return to Youngstown, tickets on sale now

Bull riders set to return to Youngstown, tickets on sale now

The Covelli Centre will be converted into an arena using 750 tons of dirt, or 1.5 million pounds.

Monday, October 6th 2025, 10:19 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Announcement planned today on future of Youngstown Symphony and DeYor

Announcement planned today on future of Youngstown Symphony and DeYor

The statement, which promised news about a “bright future”, is expected to be delivered jointly by representatives from the DeYor Performing Arts Center, JAC Management Group, and the Youngstown Symphony Orchestra.

Tuesday, September 30th 2025, 5:57 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Guardians announce details for wild card ticket sales

Guardians announce details for wild card ticket sales

Following a 9-8 victory over the Texas Rangers, the American League Central champion Cleveland Guardians announced that tickets for the upcoming Wild Card Series against the Detroit Tigers.

Sunday, September 28th 2025, 7:55 PM EDT by Mike Gauntner
'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' returning to Youngstown ABC affiliate

'Jimmy Kimmel Live!' returning to Youngstown ABC affiliate

Included are local stations such as WYTV Channel 33 in Youngstown, and others in the company's network of more than 200 stations across 116 U.S. markets.

Friday, September 26th 2025, 6:37 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Kimmel is back on ABC to big ratings, but some affiliates still refuse to air his show

Kimmel is back on ABC to big ratings, but some affiliates still refuse to air his show

ABC says more than 26 million people watched Kimmel's return on social media, including YouTube.

Thursday, September 25th 2025, 4:51 AM EDT
‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ still banned from Youngstown's WYTV, other Nexstar ABC affiliates

‘Jimmy Kimmel Live’ still banned from Youngstown's WYTV, other Nexstar ABC affiliates

Nexstar owns and partners with more than 200 stations in 116 U.S. markets, including WYTV and WKBN in Youngstown.

Tuesday, September 23rd 2025, 11:28 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Tickets on sale next week for "Disney on Ice" at Covelli

Tickets on sale next week for "Disney on Ice" at Covelli

Tickets for “Disney on Ice presents Mickey’s Search Party” will be available to the public beginning Sept. 30, the Covelli Centre announced.

Tuesday, September 23rd 2025, 10:53 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Cleveland Zoo announces birth of black rhino

Cleveland Zoo announces birth of black rhino

Eastern black rhinos are considered critically endangered, with fewer than 600 adults remaining in the wild.

Monday, September 22nd 2025, 8:21 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner