Valley fuel prices drop as 2026 begins

Valley fuel prices drop as 2026 begins

Gasoline prices are falling across the Mahoning and Shenango valleys as the 2025 holiday season ended.

Friday, January 2nd 2026, 5:42 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Weight loss drugs, inflation shape 2026 pizza industry trends

Weight loss drugs, inflation shape 2026 pizza industry trends

Changing consumer habits, in some cases driven by weight loss medications, inflation, and digital convenience, are reshaping the landscape for pizzeria operators heading into 2026, according to a new industry report.

Friday, December 5th 2025, 6:38 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ohio to issue partial SNAP benefits starting mid-week

Ohio to issue partial SNAP benefits starting mid-week

This shift means almost all recipients will receive less than 65% of their typical monthly benefit.

Tuesday, November 11th 2025, 6:11 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ohio consumers win $400 million utility fight

Ohio consumers win $400 million utility fight

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from several Ohio utility companies, cementing a victory for the state's electric customers that secures more than $400 million in savings through 2031.

Monday, November 10th 2025, 10:10 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Walmart lowers Thanksgiving meal cost with fewer menu items

Walmart lowers Thanksgiving meal cost with fewer menu items

Walmart Inc. has introduced its 2025 promotional Thanksgiving meal basket at a lower total price than last year, partly achieved by reducing the number of menu items.

Friday, November 7th 2025, 9:27 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Instructions: Today’s Warren Family Mission drive-thru food giveaway

Instructions: Today’s Warren Family Mission drive-thru food giveaway

The Warren Family Mission is holding an emergency drive-thru food giveaway today, Friday, Nov. 7, starting at noon.

Friday, November 7th 2025, 4:47 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Gas bills dip for National Fuel Customers in Mercer, other counties

Gas bills dip for National Fuel Customers in Mercer, other counties

Residential natural gas customers in northwestern Pennsylvania, including those in Mercer County, are seeing a decrease in their monthly bills.

Monday, November 3rd 2025, 5:40 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Grocery Outlet to open Austintown location Thursday

Grocery Outlet to open Austintown location Thursday

To celebrate the store's opening, the first 100 people in line will receive a gift card valued between $5 and $500. Additionally, customers will receive free reusable tote bags while supplies last.

Thursday, October 16th 2025, 4:11 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
New Dairy Queen: Former Canfield Perkins slated for demolition

New Dairy Queen: Former Canfield Perkins slated for demolition

The long-vacant building that once housed a Perkins restaurant on East Main Street in Canfield is scheduled for demolition on Wednesday to make way for a new Dairy Queen.

Tuesday, October 14th 2025, 5:00 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Cortland's Pearl Street Market celebrates grand opening

Cortland's Pearl Street Market celebrates grand opening

A new place to shop for antiques, collectibles, and handcrafted items is holding a grand opening in Cortland beginning today.

Monday, October 6th 2025, 4:51 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Hillshire Brands recalls 58 million pounds of corn dogs, sausage on a stick

Hillshire Brands recalls 58 million pounds of corn dogs, sausage on a stick

The agency stated that the wood may be embedded in the batter of the recalled products.

Sunday, September 28th 2025, 6:22 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
USDA alerts public to listeria risk in some pasta meals at Walmart

USDA alerts public to listeria risk in some pasta meals at Walmart

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public health alert for ready-to-eat meals containing pre-cooked pasta that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

Friday, September 26th 2025, 11:08 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner