Sharon Robotics Team recognized at West Coast event

Sharon Robotics Team recognized at West Coast event

The Sharon Tiger Techs Robotics Team, representing the Sharon City School District, received the Innovation Project Finalist Award at the Western Edge Invitational in Long Beach, California.

Tuesday, June 3rd 2025, 4:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Ukraine's drone attack on Russian warplanes was a serious blow to the Kremlin's strategic arsenal

Ukraine's drone attack on Russian warplanes was a serious blow to the Kremlin's strategic arsenal

A surprise Ukrainian drone attack that targeted Russian air bases hosting nuclear-capable strategic bombers was unprecedented in its scope and sophistication, and dealt a heavy blow to the Russian military.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 12:52 PM EDT
YSU receives designation, grant for support of students coming from foster care

YSU receives designation, grant for support of students coming from foster care

This grant is planned to be put towards YSU's Fostering Penguins Program, which provides post-secondary support to students coming from a foster care background.  

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 10:22 PM EDT by Billy-Jack Colon
Mercy Health specialists correlate caregiving to musculoskeletal pain

Mercy Health specialists correlate caregiving to musculoskeletal pain

Musculoskeletal conditions such as lower back pain and arthritis are prevalent in more than half of adults in the United States of America, with only half of those adults seeking treatment.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 9:36 PM EDT by Billy-Jack Colon
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in Warren

Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in Warren

It happened shortly before 6:30 p.m. on the corner of North Park Avenue and Comstock Street. 

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 8:34 PM EDT by Grace Christopher
New state law means changes to annual Salem Super Cruise

New state law means changes to annual Salem Super Cruise

Ohio Revised Code now bans burnouts, stunt driving and street takeovers, bringing an end to any events involving them.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 8:33 PM EDT by Jeena Cadigan
Mercer County Food Bank to bring out 'Myron's Meal Mobile' for fifth year

Mercer County Food Bank to bring out 'Myron's Meal Mobile' for fifth year

"This is just a great way for the food bank to give back to our community when school's not in session."

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 8:10 PM EDT by Billy-Jack Colon
Neighborhood parks across Youngstown under construction

Neighborhood parks across Youngstown under construction

The construction is part of an effort to improve parks and neighborhoods across Youngstown.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 5:40 PM EDT by Kaitlyn McCarthy
Busy Austintown Twp. road closed after vehicle knocks down utility pole

Busy Austintown Twp. road closed after vehicle knocks down utility pole

U.S. Route 62 near North Raccoon Road is closed on Monday after a vehicle knocked down a utility pole.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 5:08 PM EDT by Robert McFerren
Mercer Co. business leader hopes Penn State Shenango will become attractive tech college

Mercer Co. business leader hopes Penn State Shenango will become attractive tech college

Now that Penn State's Board has voted to close the Shenango campus, many are asking: What happens next? The campus will remain open through the spring 2027 semester, but discussions are underway about how the property could be repurposed.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 4:38 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
New modular housing set for construction in city of Struthers

New modular housing set for construction in city of Struthers

The first eight modular homes are expected to hit the market by the end of the year.
 

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 4:23 PM EDT by Leslie Huff
Gas prices fall in northeast Ohio and Mahoning Valley

Gas prices fall in northeast Ohio and Mahoning Valley

Locally, the average price in Youngstown is $2.877 per gallon and $2.882 per gallon in Niles.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 2:59 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
City of Niles sets mosquito spraying dates for June through September

City of Niles sets mosquito spraying dates for June through September

The City of Niles sets mosquito spraying dates in June through September. The spraying will commence in the late evenings and into the nights of June 5, July 10, August 7 and September 4.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 2:01 PM EDT
MS Consultants contributes $5,000 to downtown Youngstown reboot initiative

MS Consultants contributes $5,000 to downtown Youngstown reboot initiative

The funding is part of an $8,000 allocation from the firm to support YWRC's commitment to restoring Youngstown's vibrancy after years of adversity.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 1:50 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Road closed due to reported gas leak in Champion Township

Road closed due to reported gas leak in Champion Township

According to a post on the Champion Township Fire Department's Facebook page, Aspen Drive NW is closed between Mahoning Avenue and Hilltop Drive due to an active gas leak.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 1:09 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Buhl Park swimming pool to open for 2025 season Tuesday

Buhl Park swimming pool to open for 2025 season Tuesday

Open swim will take place from noon until 8 p.m. These hours will apply to every day except Wednesday, where the pool closes at 5 p.m. for swim lessons.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 12:35 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Warmer, but hazy days are ahead this week

Warmer, but hazy days are ahead this week

Wildfire smoke will add some haze to our sky this week as high temperatures climb back to the 70s and 80s.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 11:48 AM EDT by Andrew DiPaolo
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
YSU program connects students with local nonprofits

YSU program connects students with local nonprofits

All students will earn $18 per hour.

Monday, June 2nd 2025, 11:17 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

Animal Shelter looking for medical foster for emaciated dog found in Warren

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

Motorcyclist taken to hospital after crash in Warren

Daughter accused of stealing $41,000 from ailing Grove City mother

New state law means changes to annual Salem Super Cruise

Handel's announces new Frosted Animal Cookie flavor

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

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

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

Pennsylvania State Police rollout body cameras for 3,000+ troopers