Howland 

New Southwoods Health facility in Howland brings several services under one roof

New Southwoods Health facility in Howland brings several services under one roof

Howland Specialty Care opened at 8740 East Market Street on October 27, providing seven different specialty services with a mission to deliver comprehensive, patient-centered care close to home.

December 2nd, 12:38 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Kimberly-Clark seeks tax break to build $150M distribution center in Trumbull County

Kimberly-Clark seeks tax break to build $150M distribution center in Trumbull County

The center would be near the $800 million plant already under construction in Howland and offer another 65 jobs.

November 19th, 9:49 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
ODOT cut ribbon on completed Diverging Diamond Interchange in Howland

ODOT cut ribbon on completed Diverging Diamond Interchange in Howland

The ribbon cutting officially marks the opening of the interchange and took place on Friday, October 17, at 10 a.m.

October 17th, 4:00 PM EDT by Sarah Robles & Kaitlyn McCarthy
Large power outage in the Howland area

Large power outage in the Howland area

More than 1,200 FirstEnergy customers are without power in the Howland area. The cause of the outage is currently unknown. 

October 12th, 3:05 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Diverging Diamond Interchange officially opens to traffic in Howland

Diverging Diamond Interchange officially opens to traffic in Howland

A spokesperson for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) District 4 tells 21 News the construction barriers came down and cars began passing through the diamond around 2:45 Friday afternoon.

October 10th, 3:00 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Howland's Diverging Diamond Interchange expected to open Friday

Howland's Diverging Diamond Interchange expected to open Friday

Chesnic said the opening won't happen first thing in the morning, but it is expected to happen sometime on Friday. A formal announcement will be made whenever the diamond is officially opened.

October 10th, 4:39 AM EDT by Zach Mosca & Madison Tromler
New cameras monitor traffic at Howland's Diverging Diamond

New cameras monitor traffic at Howland's Diverging Diamond

The camera views, which show Route 82 looking east and west, and Route 46 looking north and south, can be viewed on the www.ohgo.com website or app.

October 6th, 6:03 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Stretch of Mines Road in Howland Township to close October 6

Stretch of Mines Road in Howland Township to close October 6

Mines Road will be closed between State Route 46 (Niles-Cortland Road) and Johnny Cake Road from Monday, October 6 until Friday, November 14 for road improvements.

September 29th, 12:47 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Warren motorcyclist dies after Howland Township crash

Warren motorcyclist dies after Howland Township crash

According to the patrol, Elonen entered the intersection and struck the right side of the car.

September 29th, 4:06 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Community meets to discuss Howland's diverging diamond interchange

Community meets to discuss Howland's diverging diamond interchange

Justin Chesnic, Public Information Officer with ODOT District Four, told 21 News that the interchange should help with congestion-related car accidents in the area.

September 25th, 4:41 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Public invited tonight to information session on Howland diverging diamond project

Public invited tonight to information session on Howland diverging diamond project

The free program, featuring a presentation by Ohio Department of Transportation engineers, will give residents a chance to ask questions about the project, which will affect traffic in Howland Township.

September 24th, 7:56 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Updates on diverging diamond interchange project in Howland Township

Updates on diverging diamond interchange project in Howland Township

Beginning on September 26, 2025, both directions of State Route 46 will close under State Route 82. The closure will continue until mid-October.

September 19th, 8:23 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Warren woman pleads guilty to shooting gun outside of Howland bar

Warren woman pleads guilty to shooting gun outside of Howland bar

32-year-old Lacriesha Green pled guilty to one third-degree felony charge of improper discharge of a firearm with a one-year gun specification.

September 9th, 3:10 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Multi-vehicle crash blocks Howland intersection

Multi-vehicle crash blocks Howland intersection

A Trumbull County dispatcher says multiple calls came in regarding a three-car accident at the intersection of State Route 82 and Howland-Wilson Road.

September 8th, 3:35 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Eastwood Mall provides shoppers with alternate routes during diverging diamond interchange project

Eastwood Mall provides shoppers with alternate routes during diverging diamond interchange project

Starting Friday, August 29, State Route 46 southbound at State Route 82 will be closed under the bridge for approximately seven weeks.

August 29th, 5:29 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Trumbull Metroparks holding deer hunting lottery September 11

Trumbull Metroparks holding deer hunting lottery September 11

The lottery is mandatory for all hunters who wish to participate in the upcoming deer season on designated park properties.

August 29th, 6:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Warren man accused of leaving four kids in hot car pleads not guilty

Warren man accused of leaving four kids in hot car pleads not guilty

Police said the four children inside were sweating, lethargic, and had red faces due to the heat.

August 20th, 6:18 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
New location for café coming to Howland in mid-September

New location for café coming to Howland in mid-September

According to a news release, a new location of Frank's Café will be opening up at 1955 Niles Cortland Road NE in Howland. Doors are set to open around the middle of September.

August 20th, 6:15 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Departments receive training on school bus fire and rollover evacuation in Howland

Departments receive training on school bus fire and rollover evacuation in Howland

Teams were able to simulate how students in safety seating could be evacuated safely, and how to conduct an evacuation where a fire is present during a school bus rollover.

August 19th, 10:52 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
No OVI arrests at Howland Township checkpoint

No OVI arrests at Howland Township checkpoint

An OVI checkpoint conducted Saturday night by the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the Howland Township Police Department resulted in no arrests for operating a vehicle while under the influence.

August 17th, 12:07 PM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Treated water causing odor, bad taste in Trumbull County

Treated water causing odor, bad taste in Trumbull County

If you find yourself inconvenienced by this, you can run your cold water for a while to help run out the smell and taste.

August 14th, 9:00 PM EDT by Sydney Canty
New diverging diamond project closures begin Friday in Howland

New diverging diamond project closures begin Friday in Howland

The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) plans to begin new closures and detours on Friday for the ongoing State Route 46 and 82 Diverging Diamond Interchange project in Howland Township.

August 14th, 7:16 PM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Portage County School District mourns loss of 8-year-old who died in Howland home

Portage County School District mourns loss of 8-year-old who died in Howland home

Windham Exempted Village School District Superintendent Michael Dobrin tells 21 News eight-year-old Leonard 'Lenny' Lee Roosa would have entered the third grade at Katherine Thomas Elementary School this year.

August 14th, 1:49 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
UPDATE: Father, son found dead in Howland Township home

UPDATE: Father, son found dead in Howland Township home

The Trumbull County Coroner's Office tells 21 News that one adult male and one juvenile male were found dead in a home on the 5000 Block of Mines Road. The exact ages of the deceased are unknown.

August 12th, 12:27 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Body camera video shows troopers' response to deadly Howland plane crash

Body camera video shows troopers' response to deadly Howland plane crash

The video shows troopers with the Ohio State Highway Patrol arriving at the scene and speaking with firefighters with the Howland Fire Department, who were working to locate debris and douse the remains of the plane.

August 12th, 9:35 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Why townships can legally collect income tax from Kimberly-Clark JEDD

Why townships can legally collect income tax from Kimberly-Clark JEDD

Normally under Ohio law, townships cannot collect income tax. However, Howland Township Administrator James Pantalone spoke with 21 News to explain why townships can collect it under a JEDD.

July 31st, 12:45 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Warren Township Trustees approve JEDD agreement for Kimberly-Clark facility

Warren Township Trustees approve JEDD agreement for Kimberly-Clark facility

The only remaining municipality left to approve the JEDD is Howland Township. Trustees are expected to vote on this matter Wednesday morning.

July 29th, 10:40 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Security video provides clues about plane crash that killed six in Howland

Security video provides clues about plane crash that killed six in Howland

The plane never climbed higher than 100 feet during the short, fatal flight.

July 24th, 9:18 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
New program to help Valley seniors stay in their home

New program to help Valley seniors stay in their home

New day centers are opening in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties, offering a program designed to help older adults remain in their homes.

July 18th, 9:22 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Trumbull County officials say $600K grant will help create 700 new jobs

Trumbull County officials say $600K grant will help create 700 new jobs

The Trumbull County Transportation Improvement District has been awarded two grants totaling $621,250 for road improvement projects that officials say will help bring nearly 700 new jobs and retain more than 1,100 other jobs.

July 10th, 11:41 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Grief counseling offered for those impacted by fatal Howland Township plane crash

Grief counseling offered for those impacted by fatal Howland Township plane crash

Both the Mahoning and Trumbull County Boards of Commissioners offered their condolences to everyone impacted by the crash, particularly the families of Joseph Maxin, Timothy Blake and James, John and Maria Weller.

July 1st, 2:54 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Six killed in Howland Township plane crash identified

Six killed in Howland Township plane crash identified

The NTSB confirmed in its statement that the plane involved in the crash was a Cessna 441 airplane.

June 30th, 7:52 PM EDT by Sarah Robles, Tyler Schlosser, Mike Gauntner, Zach Mosca & Jeena Cadigan
New 4H building unveiled at Trumbull County Fairgrounds

New 4H building unveiled at Trumbull County Fairgrounds

The new 4H facility includes meeting rooms, bathrooms and showers inside for kids competing in horse shows. Plus, a two-story viewing area overlooking the ring will host judges and announcers during the competitions. 

June 30th, 5:50 PM EDT by Ally Ross

UPDATE: Teen falls from Youngstown bridge while trying to catch hat

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno introduces bill to end dual citizenship

West Branch Local School District superintendent resigns

Warren man indicted on two dozen child pornography charges

UAW endorses Amy Acton for Ohio governor

Youngstown Fire Chief Barry Finley submits resignation

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announces $5 million investment toward child cancer research statewide

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announces $5 million investment toward child cancer research statewide

Howard's Clothes to close after 75 years

51% of Mercer County students visited school food pantries in November

Mahoning DAR chapter pledges $10,000 to support new veterans shelter

Youngstown church to build new 'Hunger Center' to meet growing food needs

Youngstown Clothing Co. opens doors at Canfield location

Gault Heating & Cooling High School Football Insider | Week 1

Gault Heating & Cooling High School Football Insider | Week 1

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announces $5 million investment toward child cancer research statewide

Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announces $5 million investment toward child cancer research statewide

Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno introduces bill to end dual citizenship

Pulaski Twp. considers police department changes amid response time concerns

Pennsylvania bank helps 'Stuff the Bus' for United Way

FBI Cleveland warns against holiday scams