Insight Hospitals closure forces pause on med program, future doctors transfer out of state

Insight Hospitals closure forces pause on med program, future doctors transfer out of state

A longstanding medical residency program in the Valley is now on pause, another ripple effect of the recent closure of Insight Health hospitals in Trumbull County. 

Tuesday, June 17th 2025, 7:18 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
Zepbound weight loss drug becomes more affordable

Zepbound weight loss drug becomes more affordable

Most doses will cost $499 or less per month.

Monday, June 16th 2025, 7:45 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
East Liverpool's S.H. Bell nears end of 17-year air pollution decree

East Liverpool's S.H. Bell nears end of 17-year air pollution decree

The original agreement, made in 2008, was created because the U.S. government claimed S.H. Bell was violating the Clean Air Act.

Friday, June 13th 2025, 5:14 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Akron Children's satellite campus opens at Warren Harding High School

Akron Children's satellite campus opens at Warren Harding High School

The center is open to the public as well as district students.

Tuesday, June 3rd 2025, 4:47 PM EDT by Corey Vallas
VA Clinic to host first Youngstown Vet Fest Saturday

VA Clinic to host first Youngstown Vet Fest Saturday

The Vet Fest will also offer updates on the PACT Act, a law signed in 2022 that expands VA health care and benefits for veterans exposed to toxic substances during their military service.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 11:34 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Watchdog group claims documents show FEMA aware of East Palestine health risks

Watchdog group claims documents show FEMA aware of East Palestine health risks

The organization states that FEMA initially refused their FOIA request, which led to a lawsuit against FEMA and the Department of Homeland Security.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 10:58 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
July 7 opening slated for drive-thru medical care in Mercer

July 7 opening slated for drive-thru medical care in Mercer

Thru Care PC plans to open a drive-through medical care center in Mercer on July 7, offering a new option for non-emergency medical needs where patients won't have to leave their vehicles.

Thursday, May 29th 2025, 4:46 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Free gun locks available starting today in Mahoning County

Free gun locks available starting today in Mahoning County

So far in 2025, firearms have been involved in 58% of suicide deaths in Mahoning County.

Tuesday, May 27th 2025, 4:46 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
ODNR loaning life jackets at Mosquito, Punderson, and 30 other state parks

ODNR loaning life jackets at Mosquito, Punderson, and 30 other state parks

National data indicates that about 75 percent of boating deaths involve drowning, and in 87 percent of those cases, the individual was not wearing a life jacket.

Thursday, May 22nd 2025, 10:33 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Weight-Loss drug giant sues Ohio firm in Youngstown court

Weight-Loss drug giant sues Ohio firm in Youngstown court

Amble Health's website states it is a platform connecting patients to licensed healthcare professionals online, who can recommend personalized treatment plans including prescription medication delivered to their door.

Thursday, May 22nd 2025, 6:16 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Ohio, Pennsylvania residents warned amid cucumber salmonella outbreak

Ohio, Pennsylvania residents warned amid cucumber salmonella outbreak

Cucumbers grown by a Florida farm and distributed to states including Ohio and Pennsylvania are linked to a Salmonella outbreak that has now sickened at least 26 people across 15 states, federal health officials announced Monday.

Tuesday, May 20th 2025, 9:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Warren Family Mission produce giveaway begins Friday

Warren Family Mission produce giveaway begins Friday

In partnership with Second Harvest Food Bank, the Warren Family Mission begins offering free fresh produce to the community on the first Friday of each month, starting today.

Friday, May 2nd 2025, 4:58 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Poland Township partners with Boardman to support First Responders Wellness Center

Poland Township partners with Boardman to support First Responders Wellness Center

Any police, fire, EMS, or dispatcher in the Mahoning Valley will be able to access the center.

Thursday, May 1st 2025, 7:49 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Tressel to join Wednesday’s groundbreaking for MCCTC Health and Wellness Center

Tressel to join Wednesday’s groundbreaking for MCCTC Health and Wellness Center

The center will expand access to mental and physical health services for students, families, and the wider community.

Wednesday, April 30th 2025, 6:12 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Medical bill mix-up sends same-name man to collections

Medical bill mix-up sends same-name man to collections

The issues began in 2018 when a Trumbull Regional Medical Center patient with the same name was billed $1,614.00. But those bills were sent to the 'wrong' James Vaughn's house.

Friday, April 11th 2025, 9:22 PM EDT
Ohio measles cases rise to 20. Here's what to know about outbreaks around the US

Ohio measles cases rise to 20. Here's what to know about outbreaks around the US

A measles outbreak in Knox County, Ohio, has now sickened 14 and there are measles in four Ohio counties.

Thursday, April 10th 2025, 5:37 PM EDT
The US has three measles-related deaths and hundreds of cases. Here's what to know

The US has three measles-related deaths and hundreds of cases. Here's what to know

Other states with active outbreaks — defined as three or more cases — include New Mexico, Kansas, Ohio and Oklahoma.

Tuesday, April 8th 2025, 5:11 AM EDT
Unions call on political leaders amid Insight furloughs, closures

Unions call on political leaders amid Insight furloughs, closures

"We've retained special attorneys because this is all tied up in the Steward bankruptcy," Connelly explained. "I dont know where our strategy is going to go but I do know that there are legal options available to us."

Monday, March 31st 2025, 10:08 PM EDT
Deadline looms for Mercy Health, Cigna to agree on insurance coverage

Deadline looms for Mercy Health, Cigna to agree on insurance coverage

As a Tuesday deadline approaches, ongoing contract negotiations between Mercy Health and Cigna remain unresolved.

Monday, March 31st 2025, 5:57 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Physician and commissioners weigh in on uncertainty of Valley healthcare

Physician and commissioners weigh in on uncertainty of Valley healthcare

"It's just not a good situation," said Local Infectious Disease Doctor Dee Banks. "It's also a perfect storm for an unhealthy situation." 

Friday, March 28th 2025, 7:29 PM EDT by Madison Tromler

Governor Shapiro announces $258 million in rebates for seniors and extends application deadline

Six killed in Howland Township plane crash identified

'We are thrilled': Libraries react to veto of library material restrictions in Ohio budget

New Ohio budget sets course for 2.75% flat income tax by 2026

Ursuline investigating alleged 'inappropriate behavior' of football team members

Governor vetoes eminent domain ban inspired by Mill Creek MetroParks bike trail battle

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

2024: The year in retail closures

Decades of Dedication: Wendy's employee retires at 84

New laws coming to schools in the new year

No injuries when fire erupts at Philadelphia transit lot filled with decommissioned buses

No injuries when fire erupts at Philadelphia transit lot filled with decommissioned buses

To prevent blackouts, Trump administration keeps an aging power plant online through summer

Ohio Supreme Court's Pat Fischer launches 2026 bid to oust court's lone Democrat, Jennifer Brunner

Ohio divorce lawyer pleads not guilty in 2013 fatal stabbing of client

Trump's push to save the fading coal industry gets a warm embrace in West Virginia

Trump administration says Penn violated sex discrimination laws after transgender swimmer competed