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Stretch of Austintown roadway to close for construction beginning Friday

Stretch of Austintown roadway to close for construction beginning Friday

Norquest Boulevard is set to close beginning Friday, December 5 between Ohltown Road and Howard Avenue for a sanitary sewer construction project.

7 hrs 47 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Arrest made in connection with shooting at Austintown apartment

Arrest made in connection with shooting at Austintown apartment

23-year-old Mikklo Delgado was arrested on charges of felonious assault, tampering with evidence, improperly discharging a firearm into a habitation, possession of criminal tools and two counts of inducing panic.

9 hrs 40 mins ago by Zach Mosca
1 person in critical condition after Austintown apartment shooting

1 person in critical condition after Austintown apartment shooting

A second person was also injured in the incident but is now in stable condition.

December 3rd, 3:47 PM EST by Zach Mosca & Camille Sipple
Man killed in Austintown apartment explosion identified

Man killed in Austintown apartment explosion identified

Austintown Fire Chief Schertzer says the victim appears to be 63-year-old Steven Smith.

December 3rd, 11:58 AM EST by Mike Gauntner & Zach Mosca
United Way seeks monetary donations to assist Phoenix House explosion victims

United Way seeks monetary donations to assist Phoenix House explosion victims

United Way officials emphasized that 100 percent of the contributions will go directly to the victims, with no administrative fees deducted from the fund.

December 2nd, 11:32 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Suspect in stable condition following officer-involved shooting in Austintown

Suspect in stable condition following officer-involved shooting in Austintown

The suspect's spouse told 21 News his intention Sunday night was "to harm himself, or have the cops harm him. His intent was not to harm anybody else." She described the incident as a suicide attempt.

December 2nd, 5:48 AM EST by Ally Ross & Zach Mosca
Austintown Township trustees talk protection, promotions after apartment explosion

Austintown Township trustees talk protection, promotions after apartment explosion

Trustee Robert Santos mentioned that on the same day of the apartment explosion, every resident of the building had received a health evaluation and was given a place to sleep.

December 2nd, 5:46 AM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Austintown asks for state help, ends emergency operations

Austintown asks for state help, ends emergency operations

The letter states that, after assessing the property, the Austintown Township Fire Department has advised that it will take several months, to over a year, to restore the building to a habitable condition.

November 26th, 4:22 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter & Ally Ross
Organizations collect items, donations for tenants displaced by Austintown apartment explosion

Organizations collect items, donations for tenants displaced by Austintown apartment explosion

The Persayus Way Project will be collecting brand-new household items like blankets, pillows, cleaning supplies and other essential household items.

November 25th, 1:29 PM EST by Zach Mosca & Sarah Robles
Report: Argument leads to shooting at Austintown bar Sunday morning

Report: Argument leads to shooting at Austintown bar Sunday morning

The witness told police the argument continued as the victim and Yochman went outside the bar. At that point, the witness heard four to five gunshots coming from outside, according to the report.

November 25th, 9:31 AM EST by Zach Mosca
Help available to those affected by explosion at Austintown apartment complex

Help available to those affected by explosion at Austintown apartment complex

United Way of Youngstown Vice President Roxann Sebest tells 21 News displaced residents have been moved to either assisted living facilities or a hotel, with the non-profits covering their stays.

November 24th, 6:31 PM EST by Zach Mosca & Kaitlyn McCarthy
Fire Chief: Austintown apartment 'uninhabitable until further notice' after explosion

Fire Chief: Austintown apartment 'uninhabitable until further notice' after explosion

The press conference will be streamed live on WFMJ.com, the 21 News app and the 21 News Facebook page.

November 24th, 1:54 PM EST by Zach Mosca & Tristan Hostetter
Suspect in shooting at Austintown bar identified

Suspect in shooting at Austintown bar identified

21-year-old Xavier Yochman was arrested in connection with a shooting at Chipper's Sports Bar in Austintown early Sunday morning.

November 24th, 9:43 AM EST by Zach Mosca
Austintown trustees outline state of residents after apartment complex explosion

Austintown trustees outline state of residents after apartment complex explosion

Residents were not allowed to enter the building at the time. However, some residents were allowed to move their cars from the apartment parking lot if they were far enough from the building.

November 23rd, 7:41 PM EST by Michael Neenan
Three-car crash slows traffic at Austintown intersection

Three-car crash slows traffic at Austintown intersection

No injuries have been reported.

November 23rd, 7:30 PM EST by Katie Rogers-Vadala
Greenwood Chevrolet wraps up 'Extra Mile Food Drive'

Greenwood Chevrolet wraps up 'Extra Mile Food Drive'

While Thursday was the last day to donate food, McCowin says the dealership will still accept donations brought in from Friday, November 21 through 1 p.m. on Monday, November 24.

November 20th, 8:07 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Austintown Road Department cancels afternoon job interviews

Austintown Road Department cancels afternoon job interviews

Austintown Township Road Department officials canceled the Thursday afternoon session of open interviews following a significant turnout in the morning.

November 13th, 11:57 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Austintown Police Chief outlines plans to spend new levy funds

Austintown Police Chief outlines plans to spend new levy funds

Austintown is preparing to put millions of dollars from a newly approved levy to work, focusing on hiring staff, improving training, and upgrading technology for the police department.

November 13th, 6:32 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Austintown Trustees hope to lower electricity rates for residents

Austintown Trustees hope to lower electricity rates for residents

While trustees say the new contract is trending towards a lower rate for customers, residents still have the option to look elsewhere for lower rates.

November 11th, 9:35 AM EST by Zach Mosca
'Army of Toys' drive kicks off in Austintown

'Army of Toys' drive kicks off in Austintown

Community members are invited to join in on the kickoff event for the "Army of Toys" drive that includes several locations of The Salvation Army in the Mahoning Valley.

November 8th, 12:31 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Austintown market brings holiday haul to Stacey Pavilion

Austintown market brings holiday haul to Stacey Pavilion

The Holiday Artisan Market and Craft Show came to a close on Sunday at Austintown Township Park after a weekend of food trucks, crafts and vendors with festive items for sale.

November 2nd, 1:52 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Austintown Zoning Commission discusses future of Zodiac property

Austintown Zoning Commission discusses future of Zodiac property

The Mahoning Planning Commission recommended that the property that once housed the Zodiac Lounge & Grill be rezoned from a commercial B2 property to a business B1 property.

October 28th, 3:18 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Former Austintown rehab owner jailed on kidnapping, domestic violence charges

Former Austintown rehab owner jailed on kidnapping, domestic violence charges

The victim goes on to allege that Sheridan chased after and grabbed her as she was getting in her car, forcefully removing her from the driver's seat and slamming her to the ground.

October 28th, 9:12 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner & Sarah Robles
Campbell Cruelty & Humane Rescue showcases classic cars for a cause

Campbell Cruelty & Humane Rescue showcases classic cars for a cause

A Campbell organization is inviting Jeep and classic car owners to show off their rides for a cause on Sunday at Austintown Township Park. 

October 26th, 9:01 AM EDT by Tristan Hostetter
Austintown Fitch student earns perfect ACT score

Austintown Fitch student earns perfect ACT score

John Check, a senior at Austintown Fitch, earned a perfect score of 36 on the ACT, something achieved by less than one percent of test takers nationwide.

October 22nd, 4:13 PM EDT by Tristan Hostetter
Area restaurants hosting Friday fundraisers for Trooper Cayton family

Area restaurants hosting Friday fundraisers for Trooper Cayton family

Trooper Cayton, 40, was fatally struck Oct. 16 while assisting a disabled vehicle on state Route 11 in Canfield.

October 21st, 10:39 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Developer for industrial site in Austintown awarded $500k grant

Developer for industrial site in Austintown awarded $500k grant

GSP Land Holdings of North Jackson was awarded a $500,000 Site Inventory Program grant from JobsOhio to support the construction of a new 25,000-square-foot industrial spec building on Silica Road in Austintown.

October 20th, 10:37 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Grocery Outlet donates $1,000 to Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley

Grocery Outlet donates $1,000 to Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley

Rescue Mission Chief Development Officer Lynn Wyant says the Senges' support began with the grand opening of Grocery Outlet's Boardman location and has continued since.

October 16th, 8:31 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
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
Greenwood Chevy: Extra Mile Food Drive benefits Second Harvest

Greenwood Chevy: Extra Mile Food Drive benefits Second Harvest

Now through November 20, Greenwood Chevrolet is accepting monetary donations, as well as donations of non-perishable food items, which will be loaded in the beds of three pickup trucks.

October 14th, 10:51 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Former Austintown Trustee candidate domestic violence case dismissed due to lack of evidence

Former Austintown Trustee candidate domestic violence case dismissed due to lack of evidence

According to Frank Cassese, Emily Ciccone's attorney, the case against Ciccone has been dismissed due to a lack of evidence.

October 14th, 2:45 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Former Austintown Trustee candidate subpoenas evidence in domestic violence case

Former Austintown Trustee candidate subpoenas evidence in domestic violence case

One week ago, Emily Ciccone filed a complaint seeking a divorce from her husband of nearly seven years. 

October 14th, 5:32 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Demonstrators in Austintown protest government shutdown, Congressman Rulli

Demonstrators in Austintown protest government shutdown, Congressman Rulli

Some of those frustrations were related to the government shutdown and from what protestors claim is a lack of action from Congressman Rulli.

October 13th, 11:47 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Austintown police asking for help locating man missing since October 4

Austintown police asking for help locating man missing since October 4

Police are looking for 30-year-old Mohamed Wahden, who was last seen on the 3800 block of Mahoning Avenue around Saturday, October 4.

October 13th, 9:24 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
VIDEO: Woman in critical condition after house fire in Austintown

VIDEO: Woman in critical condition after house fire in Austintown

Firefighters on scene say a disabled woman was trapped inside the house. The firefighters appear to have gained entry to the home through a window.

October 10th, 10:24 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Grocery Outlet set for Austintown opening next week

Grocery Outlet set for Austintown opening next week

Grocery Outlet will open its new Austintown location next Thursday, Oct. 16, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony and community events.

October 10th, 4:37 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Two-car crash smashes guardrail, slows traffic on Route 11 in Austintown

Two-car crash smashes guardrail, slows traffic on Route 11 in Austintown

A two-car crash shattered a guardrail and slowed traffic along a busy interstate in Austintown on Tuesday.

October 7th, 12:06 PM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Facing domestic violence charge, Republican Ciccone quits Austintown Trustee race

Facing domestic violence charge, Republican Ciccone quits Austintown Trustee race

Republican Emily Ciccone formally withdrew her candidacy for Austintown Township Trustee on Friday, less than a week after pleading not guilty to a domestic violence charge.

October 7th, 8:39 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Café Rosé hosts Pawsitively Ghoulish Pet Costume Contest at Halloween Market in Austintown

Café Rosé hosts Pawsitively Ghoulish Pet Costume Contest at Halloween Market in Austintown

Austintown's Café Rosé is hosting its annual Halloween Market, where shoppers can pick up handmade decor, gifts, baked goods and other goodies for the holiday season.

October 5th, 1:02 PM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Car catches fire after crashing into cemetery in Austintown

Car catches fire after crashing into cemetery in Austintown

The crash happened shortly after 2 a.m. Friday at the New Four Mile Cemetery on Four Mile Run Road when a car crashed through the cemetery's fence.

October 3rd, 7:34 AM EDT by Zach Mosca

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

Angels for Animals kicks off 24th Christmas Sale season on Saturday

Angels for Animals kicks off 24th Christmas Sale season on Saturday

'Twas the night before the parade in downtown Youngstown and the city is gearing up!

Gov. DeWine announces $5 million investment for 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

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Gault Heating & Cooling High School Football Insider | Week 1

Gov. DeWine announces $5 million investment for child cancer research statewide

Gov. DeWine announces $5 million investment for 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