Appeal deadline for rejected East Palestine derailment claims temporarily suspended

Appeal deadline for rejected East Palestine derailment claims temporarily suspended

According to the release, the lawyers representing the victims, known as "class counsel", advise any class members who intend to submit an appeal should prepare their appeal to be submitted once the new deadline is established.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 9:33 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Boardman Local School District approves new policy to guide AI use in schools

Boardman Local School District approves new policy to guide AI use in schools

Boardman Local School District has approved a policy aimed at setting clear expectations for how artificial intelligence can be used by students and staff in the classroom.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 8:40 PM EDT by Malia Brown
New bill could allow PA towns to raise tax for emergency services, but first responders aren't sold

New bill could allow PA towns to raise tax for emergency services, but first responders aren't sold

A proposed bill could give more Pennsylvania communities the power to raise property taxes to fund EMS and fire departments that have long struggled with budget constraints and staffing shortages.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 7:11 PM EDT by Madison Tromler
Over $150,000 awarded to Mercer County municipalities to support projects

Over $150,000 awarded to Mercer County municipalities to support projects

"I am excited about the many ways in which this funding can be used by our local municipalities to support projects that will benefit their residents," said Representative Parke Wentling (R-Mercer).

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 6:17 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
YSU trustees support estimated tuition increase

YSU trustees support estimated tuition increase

President Bill Johnson outlined several reasons why this increase is necessary to generate additional revenue.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 6:09 PM EDT by Leslie Huff
YNDC acquires old Park Inn building in Youngstown as part of revitalization plan

YNDC acquires old Park Inn building in Youngstown as part of revitalization plan

It was a $225,000 purchase and fixing it up is the next step.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 6:07 PM EDT by Sydney Canty
'2025 Ohio Ice Cream Trail' featuring several Mahoning Valley locations

'2025 Ohio Ice Cream Trail' featuring several Mahoning Valley locations

According to a news release from the Ohio Department of Development, the Ohio Ice Cream Trail highlights family-owned shops, favorites of locals and nationally recognized Ohio chains.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 5:54 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
As the summer heats up Mercy Health gives advice to stay safe and keep cool

As the summer heats up Mercy Health gives advice to stay safe and keep cool

As the Valley is experiencing one of the first major heatwaves of the year, Mercy Health urges residents to be careful and learn how to manage dehydration and other digestive problems. 

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 5:47 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Pennsylvania House passes bill clarifying legal parent-child relationship when using a surrogate

Pennsylvania House passes bill clarifying legal parent-child relationship when using a surrogate

The bill is a biartisan effort led by Representative Ben Sanchez (D-Montgomery) that seeks to establish a legal framework to establish parentage that can accomodate families that require or opt into assisted reproduction such as surrogacy.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 4:45 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Three-vehicle accident blocking traffic in Austintown Township

Three-vehicle accident blocking traffic in Austintown Township

Austintown Police are at the scene of a three-vehicle accident at the corner of Raccoon Road and Burkey Road.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 4:24 PM EDT by Robert McFerren & Corey McCrae
Middletown road in Smith Township to close for repair

Middletown road in Smith Township to close for repair

Middletown road in Smith Township will be closed for repair between the intersections of Beloit Snodes Road and 12th Street beginning on Wednesday until Friday.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 3:52 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Dog in critical condition after suffering from heat stroke in Warren

Dog in critical condition after suffering from heat stroke in Warren

The dog was rushed to the Newton Falls Animal Hospital where he's said to be in critical condition with a temperature of 108.5.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 3:49 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Northeast Ohio Veteran's Affairs to hold virtual town hall for women veterans

Northeast Ohio Veteran's Affairs to hold virtual town hall for women veterans

The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System is set to hold a virtual town hall for women veterans on Thursday, June 26 to give them a an opportunity to ask questions directly to VA representatives and discuss their healthcare needs.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 3:38 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Girard man sentenced to 15 months in prison on sex charge

Girard man sentenced to 15 months in prison on sex charge

25-year-old C'Jay Holliday was sentenced to 15 months in prison on one count of Gross Sexual Imposition. He must also register as a Tier 1 sex offender once he's released.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 2:39 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Gas prices in North East Ohio climb by 10 cents as U.S. conflict with Iran begins

Gas prices in North East Ohio climb by 10 cents as U.S. conflict with Iran begins

Gas prices in Northeast Ohio are up by 10 cents since last week according to AAA's East Central Gas Report, potentially due to recent events in the Middle East.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 2:18 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Station Square restaurant sold to new owner, head chef to step down

Station Square restaurant sold to new owner, head chef to step down

Musumeci told 21 News he will still be at the restaurant for a few months to help with the transition, but will officially step down in December. 

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 1:54 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Belmont Pines Hospital announces annual community festival

Belmont Pines Hospital announces annual community festival

The Belmont Pines youth psychiatric and behavioral hospital announces its annual community festival will take place on Saturday, June 28.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 1:51 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Pennsylvania fully implements interstate healthcare compacts for doctors, nurses and physical therapists

Pennsylvania fully implements interstate healthcare compacts for doctors, nurses and physical therapists

There are currently over 300,000 nurses, 65,000 doctors and 17,000 physical therapists licensed in Pennsylvania that under these compacts can be employed in or transferred to over half of the U.S. without needing to be recertified.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 1:40 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
R46 Restaurant & Bar in Canfield sold, new restaurant expected to open

R46 Restaurant & Bar in Canfield sold, new restaurant expected to open

Any R46 gift card will be honored at Magic Tree as well as any Coaches location. If the card does not work, card holders will be issued a refund of the remaining balance.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 12:18 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Williamson Innovation Park launches hands-on learning opportunities for K-12 students and community

Williamson Innovation Park launches hands-on learning opportunities for K-12 students and community

K-12 students from across the Mahoning Valley and beyond are being invited to Youngstown State University's Innovation Park- a unique outdoor hub that specializes in hands-on learning.

Monday, June 23rd 2025, 11:02 AM EDT