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Dick's Sporting Goods to relocate to former Dillard's space in Eastwood Mall

Dick's Sporting Goods to relocate to former Dillard's space in Eastwood Mall

The new store will be much bigger than the current location, with the new location being 72,000 square feet compared to the current location's 52,000 square feet.

11 hrs 58 mins ago by Zach Mosca
Rust City Church prepares 600 thanksgiving meals to distribute to the community

Rust City Church prepares 600 thanksgiving meals to distribute to the community

It was all part of their fourth annual Give Back Before You Kick Back food distribution where cars had been lining up since 11a.m. for a 6p.m. giveaway.

November 26th, 9:59 PM EST by Sydney Canty
Niles mother pleads guilty to involvement in child's overdose

Niles mother pleads guilty to involvement in child's overdose

32-year-old Abbigail McGhee pled guilty to one third-degree felony count of endangering children on Monday, November 24.

November 25th, 7:18 AM EST by Zach Mosca
'Eye Ball' gala in Niles set to benefit vision care organization

'Eye Ball' gala in Niles set to benefit vision care organization

Since 2016, the organization has worked with uninsured and underinsured members of the community to provide eye exams, glasses, medical or surgical care and access to assistive devices.

November 15th, 1:28 PM EST by Sarah Robles
Eastwood Mall announces 2025 holiday hours

Eastwood Mall announces 2025 holiday hours

The Eastwood Mall in Niles has released its hours for the 2025 holiday shopping season.

November 14th, 2:23 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Man indicted in connection with hit-skip crash that killed retired Newton Falls teacher

Man indicted in connection with hit-skip crash that killed retired Newton Falls teacher

63-year-old Wayne Keeley was indicted on felony charges of aggravated vehicular homicide and failure to stop after an accident, as well as a misdemeanor charge of vehicular manslaughter.

November 13th, 1:15 PM EST by Zach Mosca
OSP: Niles School bus transporting students clips car

OSP: Niles School bus transporting students clips car

The Thursday morning trip to school was unusual for a busload of Niles students.

November 13th, 8:12 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Construction underway for new tennis courts at Niles City Schools

Construction underway for new tennis courts at Niles City Schools

Niles City Schools Treasurer Sean Miller tells 21 News this will be the first time the district has a tennis court of its own.

November 7th, 3:00 PM EST by Zach Mosca
Home deemed 'total loss' after fire in Niles

Home deemed 'total loss' after fire in Niles

A dispatcher with the department told 21 News that the fire had to be put out several times, and was discovered in both the basement and second floor of the home.

November 1st, 10:20 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Mercer man cleared of explosive charge in Niles, indicted on another felony

Mercer man cleared of explosive charge in Niles, indicted on another felony

While the dangerous ordnance charge and a misdemeanor weapons charge were dropped, Podleyon was still indicted on the felony charge of carrying concealed weapons.

October 29th, 1:45 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Grand jury to hear case of Liberty trustee accused of assaulting wife

Grand jury to hear case of Liberty trustee accused of assaulting wife

Liberty Township Trustee Devon Stanley waived his right to a preliminary hearing in the Niles Municipal Court.

October 29th, 4:35 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Interactive display allows Eastwood Mall customers to test drive Tesla vehicles

Interactive display allows Eastwood Mall customers to test drive Tesla vehicles

Test drives will launch from designated, easily-accessible parking spaces near the food court entrance. In addition to the Cybertruck, Tesla's other four models will also be available for test drives.

October 27th, 11:24 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Niles PD: Children Services called for domestic violence complaint against Liberty Trustee

Niles PD: Children Services called for domestic violence complaint against Liberty Trustee

Niles police were contacted by the Trumbull County Children's Services Board (CSB) in reference to a report of a female victim involved in a domestic violence incident the day before the football game.

October 27th, 9:12 AM EDT by Camille Sipple & Zach Mosca
Over 1,500 trick-or-treaters gather at Eastwood Field

Over 1,500 trick-or-treaters gather at Eastwood Field

The event took place from 6 p.m. to 8 p.m., with children of all ages and family members invited to the 27th annual "Trick or Treat" event, presented by Once Upon A Child in Niles.

October 23rd, 5:25 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Case in fatal Niles hit-skip bound over to Trumbull County Grand Jury

Case in fatal Niles hit-skip bound over to Trumbull County Grand Jury

Keeley's case was bound over to the Trumbull County Grand Jury, according to court records from the preliminary hearing on Wednesday in Niles Municipal Court.

October 8th, 10:39 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Niles Police, K9, chase domestic violence suspect into golf course pond

Niles Police, K9, chase domestic violence suspect into golf course pond

Using a K9 tracking dog, police say they found McClendon after he jumped into a retention pond at the Trumbull Country Club and was swimming around before finally surrendering.

October 8th, 10:20 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Bond hearing today for Austintown woman accused of fleeing police, crashing into pole

Bond hearing today for Austintown woman accused of fleeing police, crashing into pole

An Austintown woman wanted for arson remained in the Trumbull County Jail on $200,000 bond early Wednesday after authorities say she led police on a chase that ended in a crash.

October 8th, 4:48 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner & Zach Mosca
One-million-dollar bond set for suspect in deadly Niles hit-skip

One-million-dollar bond set for suspect in deadly Niles hit-skip

Bond is set at $1 million for the man arrested in connection with a deadly crash that killed a retired Newton Falls teacher.

October 7th, 9:27 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Suspect booked into jail for hit-skip crash that killed retired Newton Falls teacher

Suspect booked into jail for hit-skip crash that killed retired Newton Falls teacher

Police say a woman, identified as Brenda Hibbard, was also struck by the car, causing her to be knocked backwards out of her shoes. Hibbard was taken to the hospital for treatment, but ultimately died of her injuries. 

October 6th, 6:15 PM EDT by Camille Sipple, Mike Gauntner & Zach Mosca
New pickleball club in Niles hosts grand opening celebration

New pickleball club in Niles hosts grand opening celebration

Featured as part of the grand opening celebration is a pickleball paddle raffle, $5 open play sessions throughout the day, special activities, prizes and other treats for the community.

October 4th, 11:52 AM EDT by Sarah Robles
Economic development coming to Niles within the next year

Economic development coming to Niles within the next year

New development will bring jobs and income tax into the city, according to the mayor.

October 2nd, 9:48 PM EDT by Sydney Canty
Nightmare in Niles to kick off first weekend at new location Friday

Nightmare in Niles to kick off first weekend at new location Friday

Unlike Nightmare at the Canfield Scareground and Nightmare in Boardman, Nightmare in Niles will be all indoors in an 82,000 square-foot building, which offers more space than the old location.

October 2nd, 12:44 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
New fitness studio offers pilates classes in Niles

New fitness studio offers pilates classes in Niles

Happy Hour Pilates is located at 815 Youngstown-Warren Road and offers pilates classes in both mornings and evenings, as well as a full array of equipment anyone can learn to use.

September 30th, 7:14 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Man accused in 1991 Niles murder to remain at psychiatric facility

Man accused in 1991 Niles murder to remain at psychiatric facility

Judge Sean O'Brien ruled that 58-year-old James Hubbard, who is accused of shooting and killing 21-year-old Sallie Beatty in the parking lot of a Niles restaurant in 1991, shall remain under court-ordered supervision under psychiatric care

September 24th, 1:08 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
United Way opens Care Closet in Niles Intermediate School

United Way opens Care Closet in Niles Intermediate School

Care closets are rooms at a school stocked with clothing, hygiene items, household items and food. These items are available to all students who need them.

September 23rd, 6:10 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Niles community honors POW, MIA service members with 24-hour vigil

Niles community honors POW, MIA service members with 24-hour vigil

The 17th annual POW/MIA Recognition Day took place at the Circle Memorial Park in Niles from Thursday to Friday at midnight.

September 19th, 9:31 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
VIDEO: Bomb squad arrives at scene of suspect vehicle in Niles homemade explosives case

VIDEO: Bomb squad arrives at scene of suspect vehicle in Niles homemade explosives case

Niles Police Captain John Marshall tells 21 News John Podleyon was stopped near the Von Isley Estate in Niles around 5:45 a.m., where officers found him to have weapons, as well as homemade explosives on him.

September 18th, 11:19 AM EDT by Zach Mosca & Jeena Cadigan
Man involved in robbery at Niles gas station sentenced to rehab facility, probation

Man involved in robbery at Niles gas station sentenced to rehab facility, probation

23-year-old Lance Holbrook was sentenced to the Northeast Ohio Community Alternative Program (NEOCAP), as well as three years of probation on a charge of robbery, a third-degree felony.

September 17th, 12:25 PM EDT by Zach Mosca
Portion of Niles Greenway Bike Trail to close temporarily for maintenance

Portion of Niles Greenway Bike Trail to close temporarily for maintenance

According to the advisory, the closure began on Monday and will be in place until Wednesday, September 10. The closure affects the bike trail between McKees Lane and Rupple Road.

September 8th, 7:49 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Three people bit during dog attack in Niles home

Three people bit during dog attack in Niles home

The circumstances leading up to the attack are unclear, but police say one of the victims lived in the home, and the other two were visiting. 

September 8th, 11:36 AM EDT by Zach Mosca
Water tower maintenance leads to lower water pressure in Niles

Water tower maintenance leads to lower water pressure in Niles

According to the advisory, the maintenance was scheduled in advance, and the drop in water pressure is expected to last "a few days."

September 7th, 11:43 AM EDT by Tyler Schlosser
Tressel, Ginn to promote student fitness in Mahoning Valley

Tressel, Ginn to promote student fitness in Mahoning Valley

Ohio Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel and former Ohio State football player Ted Ginn Jr. are scheduled to visit two Mahoning Valley schools on Friday to promote the Team Tressel Fitness Challenge.

September 4th, 10:49 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Niles students stage Safe Street demo to secure government grants

Niles students stage Safe Street demo to secure government grants

On Monday, students painted crosswalks on Second, Third, and Brown streets with the school's colors, red and blue, and a dragon mascot.

September 1st, 11:35 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
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
Niles man begins sentence for traffic death of motorcyclist

Niles man begins sentence for traffic death of motorcyclist

According to Niles police, Tulanko was driving a Ford Crown Victoria just before 4 p.m. when he failed to yield while making a left turn, striking a Harley Davidson motorcycle head-on.

August 29th, 10:47 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Expect traffic lane restrictions as two Niles bridges are repainted

Expect traffic lane restrictions as two Niles bridges are repainted

Drivers along two heavily traveled roads in Niles can expect some traffic lane restrictions for the next three weeks as railroad bridges get makeovers as part of a bike trail expansion project.

August 25th, 9:47 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Two railroad bridges along Niles' main streets slated for paint jobs

Two railroad bridges along Niles' main streets slated for paint jobs

Two former CSX railroad bridges in Niles will be painted in the coming weeks.

August 21st, 5:53 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Section of Niles under boil alert following water line break

Section of Niles under boil alert following water line break

The alert is in effect for First Street, Eliza Avenue from First Street to Second Street and 330 Main Street.

August 20th, 6:46 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Warren police, fire departments face off in fundraiser softball game

Warren police, fire departments face off in fundraiser softball game

The softball game aimed to raise money for the winner of the game, with half of the ticket sales of the event either going toward the fire department or the police department.

August 18th, 10:41 PM EDT by Sarah Robles
Second Harvest Food Bank fundraiser 'de-can-structed' at Eastwood Mall

Second Harvest Food Bank fundraiser 'de-can-structed' at Eastwood Mall

"In total, we had over 5,100 cans this year that are now being delivered to Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning County," said Chechitelli.

August 18th, 9:21 PM EDT by Sarah Robles

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