As electricity costs rise, everyone wants data centers to pick up their tab. But how?

As electricity costs rise, everyone wants data centers to pick up their tab. But how?

Politicians from President Donald Trump to local lawmakers agree that tech companies should cover the power costs of artificial intelligence data centers.

February 13th, 6:02 AM EST
Mercer County natural gas customers could see bigger bills

Mercer County natural gas customers could see bigger bills

The average residential customer using 80 hundred cubic feet of natural gas per year would see a monthly bill increase of $4.95.

January 29th, 7:26 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
State commission to consider relaxing FirstEnergy reliability rules

State commission to consider relaxing FirstEnergy reliability rules

State regulators will review a proposal for relaxing electric service reliability rules for FirstEnergy companies during a public hearing next month.

January 12th, 5:27 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Study finds bankruptcy clears student loans more often than thought

Study finds bankruptcy clears student loans more often than thought

The report concludes that while the new system is working well for the few who use it, most eligible borrowers are missing out on a fresh start.

January 9th, 5:35 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Salvation Army, Enbridge Gas launch heating assistance program

Salvation Army, Enbridge Gas launch heating assistance program

To qualify for the funding, households must have a gross income at or below 300% of the federal poverty level.

January 8th, 11:08 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ashley store coming to Eastwood Mall Complex this spring

Ashley store coming to Eastwood Mall Complex this spring

Ashley Furniture plans to open a new showroom at the Eastwood Mall Complex in Niles later this spring.

January 5th, 5:28 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Valley fuel prices drop as 2026 begins

Valley fuel prices drop as 2026 begins

Gasoline prices are falling across the Mahoning and Shenango valleys as the 2025 holiday season ended.

January 2nd, 5:42 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Weight loss drugs, inflation shape 2026 pizza industry trends

Weight loss drugs, inflation shape 2026 pizza industry trends

Changing consumer habits, in some cases driven by weight loss medications, inflation, and digital convenience, are reshaping the landscape for pizzeria operators heading into 2026, according to a new industry report.

December 5th, 6:38 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ohio to issue partial SNAP benefits starting mid-week

Ohio to issue partial SNAP benefits starting mid-week

This shift means almost all recipients will receive less than 65% of their typical monthly benefit.

November 11th, 6:11 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ohio consumers win $400 million utility fight

Ohio consumers win $400 million utility fight

The U.S. Supreme Court has declined to hear an appeal from several Ohio utility companies, cementing a victory for the state's electric customers that secures more than $400 million in savings through 2031.

November 10th, 10:10 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Walmart lowers Thanksgiving meal cost with fewer menu items

Walmart lowers Thanksgiving meal cost with fewer menu items

Walmart Inc. has introduced its 2025 promotional Thanksgiving meal basket at a lower total price than last year, partly achieved by reducing the number of menu items.

November 7th, 9:27 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Instructions: Today’s Warren Family Mission drive-thru food giveaway

Instructions: Today’s Warren Family Mission drive-thru food giveaway

The Warren Family Mission is holding an emergency drive-thru food giveaway today, Friday, Nov. 7, starting at noon.

November 7th, 4:47 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Gas bills dip for National Fuel Customers in Mercer, other counties

Gas bills dip for National Fuel Customers in Mercer, other counties

Residential natural gas customers in northwestern Pennsylvania, including those in Mercer County, are seeing a decrease in their monthly bills.

November 3rd, 5:40 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Grocery Outlet to open Austintown location Thursday

Grocery Outlet to open Austintown location Thursday

To celebrate the store's opening, the first 100 people in line will receive a gift card valued between $5 and $500. Additionally, customers will receive free reusable tote bags while supplies last.

October 16th, 4:11 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
New Dairy Queen: Former Canfield Perkins slated for demolition

New Dairy Queen: Former Canfield Perkins slated for demolition

The long-vacant building that once housed a Perkins restaurant on East Main Street in Canfield is scheduled for demolition on Wednesday to make way for a new Dairy Queen.

October 14th, 5:00 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Cortland's Pearl Street Market celebrates grand opening

Cortland's Pearl Street Market celebrates grand opening

A new place to shop for antiques, collectibles, and handcrafted items is holding a grand opening in Cortland beginning today.

October 6th, 4:51 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Hillshire Brands recalls 58 million pounds of corn dogs, sausage on a stick

Hillshire Brands recalls 58 million pounds of corn dogs, sausage on a stick

The agency stated that the wood may be embedded in the batter of the recalled products.

September 28th, 6:22 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
USDA alerts public to listeria risk in some pasta meals at Walmart

USDA alerts public to listeria risk in some pasta meals at Walmart

The U.S. Department of Agriculture’s Food Safety and Inspection Service has issued a public health alert for ready-to-eat meals containing pre-cooked pasta that may be contaminated with Listeria monocytogenes.

September 26th, 11:08 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Mahoning County Juvenile Court, local school districts discuss program to address truancy

Mahoning County Juvenile Court, local school districts discuss program to address truancy

Spring air stays with us through the end of the week

Giant Eagle pharmacy to open in former Greenville Rite Aid on Thursday

New Sharon-McDonald's owner/operator celebrates first community event

PSP searching for man missing from Mercer County for five years

Valley Lenten fish fries

Warren pantries aim to keep community fed, warm

Warren pantries aim to keep community fed, warm

Animal Charity of Ohio hosts open house

Celebrating Black History Month through entrepreneurship

OSP: Cars getting stuck, drifting off-road in snow

ODOT continues work to clear roads

Valley deals with snow

330 Ohio school districts rally against revised bill targeting EdChoice funding

330 Ohio school districts rally against revised bill targeting EdChoice funding

DeWine urges winter safety as extreme cold follows weekend snow

Mercer County conservation projects receive grant funding

Pennsylvania celebrates America’s 250th anniversary with $250k Scholarship Program

PUCO settlement would require FirstEnergy to pay $276 million to Ohio consumers over HB 6 misconduct

Driver killed in crash on Route 422 in Pulaski Township