Families treated to concert at Penguin City Brewing Company

Families treated to concert at Penguin City Brewing Company

The next kids' concert is set for March 22, 2026, at Penguin City Brewing Company, located at 460 East Federal Street.

Sunday, February 22nd 2026, 2:25 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Sojourn to The Past group hosting spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Sunday

Sojourn to The Past group hosting spaghetti dinner fundraiser on Sunday

This fundraiser, according to a release outlining the event, will help raise money for high school students to pay for their portion of expenses for an upcoming Sojourn to The Past journey.

Sunday, February 22nd 2026, 2:08 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Boardman Holiday Inn hosting holistic health, psychic fair

Boardman Holiday Inn hosting holistic health, psychic fair

Additionally, several different vendors and exhibitions are featured as part of the event, including holistic healers, jewelry, crystals, aromatherapy, natural wellness products and more.

Sunday, February 22nd 2026, 1:56 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Niles Police Department: One suspect in custody following shots fired, standoff

Niles Police Department: One suspect in custody following shots fired, standoff

A drone was later used, and phone contact was made with the primary suspect. At that time, the suspect peacefully surrendered and was taken into police custody.

Sunday, February 22nd 2026, 12:45 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Police respond to two separate crashes in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania

Police respond to two separate crashes in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania

Members of the Pennsylvania State Police (PSP) and local responding agencies were called to two separate car crashes in Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, on Sunday, February 22.

Sunday, February 22nd 2026, 10:41 AM EST by Sarah Robles
Voting open for Mercer County Food Bank grant

Voting open for Mercer County Food Bank grant

The voting period ends at 11:59 p.m. Feb. 28.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 11:44 PM EST by Mike Gauntner
Full Spectrum Community Outreach overnight shelter opens March 16

Full Spectrum Community Outreach overnight shelter opens March 16

"We are planning to expand as we get more resources, volunteers and different things like that to go into a two-day stay, all the way to goal of a 30-day stay for all of our residents," said Crawford.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 10:54 PM EST by Corey McCrae
Light snow opens up the week, plus more chances for active weather

Light snow opens up the week, plus more chances for active weather

While snowfall won't bring appreciable accumulations for many on Sunday, more chances for rain and snow will come Tuesday night and Thursday.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 7:41 PM EST by Gavin Sandel
PennDOT implements vehicle restriction for Sunday

PennDOT implements vehicle restriction for Sunday

The restriction begins Sunday, February 22, at 3:00 p.m.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 7:33 PM EST by Katie Rogers-Vadala
Inspiring Minds hosts 4th annual IMpower Youth Conference

Inspiring Minds hosts 4th annual IMpower Youth Conference

"Any aspect where we can have them grow is gonna put them in a better situation to do well in life."

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 7:09 PM EST by Michael Neenan
Healthy Hearts and Paws Project in Warren looks to bring on humane agent

Healthy Hearts and Paws Project in Warren looks to bring on humane agent

The process to become a humane agent, Cooke says, involves an interview, a background check and an application process. For those who pass that portion, on-the-job training will start.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 4:03 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Niles McKinley High School student hosts fundraiser for American Heart Association

Niles McKinley High School student hosts fundraiser for American Heart Association

Zook, according to a Facebook post outlining the fundraiser, accepted her nomination to be the Teen of Impact for the area due to a personal connection she has to raising awareness about heart disease and stroke.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 3:35 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Over 1,700 residents in Boardman Township without power overnight

Over 1,700 residents in Boardman Township without power overnight

As of 11:15 a.m. on Saturday, power has been restored to nearly all residents. However, 137 residents are still without power.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 11:26 AM EST by Sarah Robles
YSU 'Guinathon' highlights, fundraises for Akron Children's Hospital work

YSU 'Guinathon' highlights, fundraises for Akron Children's Hospital work

Youngstown State University (YSU) will be hosting "Guinathon", an event aimed at highlighting and benefiting the work done at Akron Children's Hospital Mahoning Valley.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 10:51 AM EST by Sarah Robles
'Great Train Show' sets up at Metroplex Event Center in Girard

'Great Train Show' sets up at Metroplex Event Center in Girard

The event begins on Saturday, February 21, and will continue until Sunday. Each day of the train show will begin at 10 a.m. and end at 4 p.m.

Saturday, February 21st 2026, 10:23 AM EST by Sarah Robles
Valley Lenten fish fries

Valley Lenten fish fries

If there is a fish fry you would like added to the list, please email the information to us at news@wfmj.com.

Friday, February 20th 2026, 4:20 PM EST by Sarah Robles, Tristan Hostetter, Camille Sipple, Katie Rogers-Vadala & Zach Mosca
Animal shelter seeking information on abandoned guinea pigs found in Warren

Animal shelter seeking information on abandoned guinea pigs found in Warren

Cooke said they both have been taken in by Healthy Hearts and Paws and are safe at its shelter in Warren.

Friday, February 20th 2026, 10:36 PM EST by Katie Rogers-Vadala
Two Valley workers selected in Leadership Ohio Class of 2026

Two Valley workers selected in Leadership Ohio Class of 2026

Flanagan and Santiago were two of 35 individuals accepted into the 2026 class. 

Friday, February 20th 2026, 9:56 PM EST by Katie Rogers-Vadala
Trumbull County receiving $60k from settlement with pharmaceutical company

Trumbull County receiving $60k from settlement with pharmaceutical company

The commissioners are expecting a lump sum of $60,000 from the settlement.

Friday, February 20th 2026, 8:45 PM EST by Jeena Cadigan
Weekend-long Greek food festival kicks off in Campbell

Weekend-long Greek food festival kicks off in Campbell

The festival has been a yearly tradition at the church since 1955.

Friday, February 20th 2026, 6:13 PM EST by Katie Rogers-Vadala