A much deserved break from the rain

A much deserved break from the rain

A string of dry and warm days is here, but don't let that fool you, wet weather is back for the weekend.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 12:55 PM EDT by Andrew DiPaolo
South Avenue Sparkle Market closing doors June 14, holding 40% off sale

South Avenue Sparkle Market closing doors June 14, holding 40% off sale

Tony Modarelli, the Sparkle Market store owner, told 21 News that the store will have its final day on June 14, 2025. The store has been in business for 73 years.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 12:38 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Mecca Township Trustees to hold special meeting on potential new township hall

Mecca Township Trustees to hold special meeting on potential new township hall

Mecca Township Trustee Christen Clemson says she hopes this new town hall could house programs like a head start program through Alta, an after-school childcare center, a senior center on weekends and a community health outreach program.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 11:53 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Columbiana County Jail guard accused of assaulting inmates to have jury trial

Columbiana County Jail guard accused of assaulting inmates to have jury trial

David James Ferguson-Grantz, 26, is accused of two counts of assault (M1) related to incidents in 2024.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 11:48 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
UPDATE: Heavy machinery digging up Belmont Ave. to stop steam leak

UPDATE: Heavy machinery digging up Belmont Ave. to stop steam leak

People driving along Youngstown’s Belmont Avenue late Monday encountered what appears to be smoke pouring from the road into the sky.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 11:02 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Southwoods Health acquires Center for Women in Canfield

Southwoods Health acquires Center for Women in Canfield

The acquisition was completed on June 2, but for patients who go there, nothing will change, including the location or the phone number.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 10:58 AM EDT by Robert McFerren
Trumbull County Auditor appeals judge's ruling in case of missing Bazetta Township funds

Trumbull County Auditor appeals judge's ruling in case of missing Bazetta Township funds

Yoder has filed an appeal to Judge Kovoor's ruling adding that she will be funding this appeal herself.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 10:45 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
New disturbance: Juveniles on scooters invade Boardman Target

New disturbance: Juveniles on scooters invade Boardman Target

Boardman’s Target department store has once again been targeted by misbehaving juveniles.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 10:17 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Mahoning County Jail receives $200,000 to support addiction treatment for inmates

Mahoning County Jail receives $200,000 to support addiction treatment for inmates

Mahoning County plans to use this money to contract with the company VitalCore Health Strategies for comprehensive behavioral health treatment services.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 9:31 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Animal Charity of Ohio pleads for financial support

Animal Charity of Ohio pleads for financial support

Since Jan. 1, 2025, Animal Charity of Ohio reports it has received about 550 reports of animal abuse, neglect, and cruelty, and has rescued 443 animals.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 9:25 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
One taken to hospital after being struck by train in Weathersfield Township

One taken to hospital after being struck by train in Weathersfield Township

The call came in from the railroad company itself, stating that there may have been an individual struck, according to the fire department.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 9:11 AM EDT by Sarah Robles & Zach Mosca
Warren couple charged after emaciated dog found

Warren couple charged after emaciated dog found

Jason Cooke, CEO of Healthy Hearts and Paws Project, said Tuesday that Spud, who was found severely emaciated on May 30, is now able to walk.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 9:05 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Former Austintown Trustee Steve Kent denied early prison release

Former Austintown Trustee Steve Kent denied early prison release

Kent is serving a one-year jail sentence after being convicted of tampering with evidence related to his cell phone in a case involving a former Poland student while serving as a school resource officer at the school.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 7:24 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Iconic Golden Age soda returns to the Valley

Iconic Golden Age soda returns to the Valley

Sweet Memories Vintage Tees announced it is bringing back Golden Age Beverage, a soda brand established in Youngstown in 1932.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 6:43 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Boardman residents want help over ongoing flooding concerns in Huntington Woods neighborhood

Boardman residents want help over ongoing flooding concerns in Huntington Woods neighborhood

In the Huntington Woods neighborhood of Boardman, floodwater surged through yards again, tearing down a fence and causing a familiar feeling of helplessness.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 6:23 AM EDT by Madison Tromler
Deadly illegal firework explosion in Liberty Twp. leads to state-wide safety discussion

Deadly illegal firework explosion in Liberty Twp. leads to state-wide safety discussion

Fire Prevention Bureau Chief Anita Metheny said that there have been 507 fires caused by fireworks in only the past three years, and the incident in Liberty was the second life claimed in that same timeframe.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 6:22 AM EDT by Tyler Schlosser & Malia Brown
Communities consider forming development district to govern Kimberly Clark plant

Communities consider forming development district to govern Kimberly Clark plant

The agreement would take any financial burden off of the taxpayers to get the project started.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 6:22 AM EDT by Jeena Cadigan
Mercer County Commissioners hosting Town Hall meeting tonight

Mercer County Commissioners hosting Town Hall meeting tonight

Commissioners will provide updates on various county activities and projects, and will open the floor for questions from residents.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 6:19 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Trial begins for Farrell man accused in deadly club shooting

Trial begins for Farrell man accused in deadly club shooting

A trial is underway in Mercer County for a Farrell man accused of a deadly shooting at a social club last year.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 6:11 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Marker in Mercer commemorates visit by hero of the American Revolution

Marker in Mercer commemorates visit by hero of the American Revolution

Visitors to the museum can also see the bed where Lafayette reportedly slept.

Tuesday, June 10th 2025, 5:38 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner

Justice Department confirms receipt of letter calling for investigation into Steward

Ohio WWII POW from Japanese camp accounted for after 82 years

Police, coroner investigate death at Niles manufacturer

UPDATE: One dead, two critical after Liberty house explosion

Driver killed in Youngstown rollover crash identified

UPDATE: Bishop David J. Bonnar issues statement regarding possible mergers

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