Mercer County farm among 27 protected as Pa. plans $6.9 million for farm preservation

Mercer County farm among 27 protected as Pa. plans $6.9 million for farm preservation

Farms preserved at Thursday's Pennsylvania Agricultural Land Preservation Board Meeting include a Fairview Township farm. 

December 11th, 8:55 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Trump to visit Pennsylvania to highlight efforts to curb inflation as high prices squeeze Americans

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

President Donald Trump plans to visit Pennsylvania next week to highlight his efforts to reduce inflation.

December 5th, 6:38 AM EST
Gov. DeWine announces $5 million investment for child cancer research statewide

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

The release states that the research studies will be aimed at improving the detection and treatment of cancer in children.

December 4th, 9:20 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno introduces bill to end dual citizenship

Ohio Senator Bernie Moreno introduces bill to end dual citizenship

Senator Moreno’s Exclusive Citizenship Act of 2025 would require individuals to forfeit their dual citizenship.

December 1st, 4:58 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Pulaski Twp. considers police department changes amid response time concerns

Pulaski Twp. considers police department changes amid response time concerns

The New Brighton Police Department currently patrols Pulaski Township in Beaver County with its contract expiring at the end of 2025.

November 30th, 3:30 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Pennsylvania bank helps 'Stuff the Bus' for United Way

Pennsylvania bank helps 'Stuff the Bus' for United Way

Greenville Savings Bank reported its employees' combined donations for a $2,000 total pledge to the program, which provides winter clothing for children in need.

November 26th, 8:43 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
FBI Cleveland warns against holiday scams

FBI Cleveland warns against holiday scams

The FBI Cleveland Field Office issued a public warning about holiday scams during the seasonal shopping season and urged consumers to be on the lookout of scams that are designed to steal money or obtain personal information.

November 26th, 4:38 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Kent State goes green, offering new Cannabis Career Certificate programs

Kent State goes green, offering new Cannabis Career Certificate programs

The partnership aims to help meet workforce demands in Ohio's rapidly growing $3 billion cannabis industry, a news release states.

November 24th, 8:34 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
PA consumers urged to call providers ahead of electric utility adjustment

PA consumers urged to call providers ahead of electric utility adjustment

The PUC urges consumers who are worried about winter heating bills to contact their provider early to discuss affordability options and assistance programs that will help them stay connected.

November 24th, 6:22 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
PA bill would expand monitoring of AI-generated child sex abuse material

PA bill would expand monitoring of AI-generated child sex abuse material

Under the bill, schoolteachers, childcare workers, doctors, and others in similar positions would be required to report sex abuse material.

November 20th, 5:20 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ohio House passes bill to modernize non-profit laws

Ohio House passes bill to modernize non-profit laws

House Bill 476 applies to nonprofits, tax-exempt organizations, and schools in good standing under Ohio law and retains all existing oversight requirements, including being at least 18 years of age and a resident of Ohio.

November 19th, 8:31 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
$25 million budgeted for Pennsylvania child care

$25 million budgeted for Pennsylvania child care

If all unfilled jobs find a candidate, the release states that 25,000 additional children across the Commonwealth could find child care. 

November 19th, 4:53 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
TAG grants create funding opportunity for Ohio communities

TAG grants create funding opportunity for Ohio communities

The grants have been made available through the U.S. EPA's Brownfields and Land Revitalization Program and coordinated by the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency.

November 17th, 8:44 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Darlington scrapyard fire 'under control'

Darlington scrapyard fire 'under control'

The dispatcher told 21 News that their entire tanker task force was on scene, with hazmat suits, after Brickyard Auto Parts was allegedly burning a large pile of scrap. 

November 17th, 5:24 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Canfield business owner announces Congress candidacy

Canfield business owner announces Congress candidacy

According to the release, Connolly is a lifelong Ohioan and grew up working at a local business before teaching himself the trade of tattooing and building a small business of his own.

November 17th, 4:23 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Pa. officer charged with dealing drugs, stolen weapon

Pa. officer charged with dealing drugs, stolen weapon

Eric Doutt, who was charged in two Pennsylvania counties, was charged with felony possession with intent to deliver for selling cocaine on multiple occasions while under police surveillance.

November 14th, 4:52 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
WRTA awarded Mahoning Valley funding to expand

WRTA awarded Mahoning Valley funding to expand

Ohio Governor Mike DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation Director Pamela Boratyn announced a $13.5 million investment for 28 public transit projects in the state, according to a news release.

November 14th, 3:52 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Pennsylvania State Police kick off 2025 Holiday Toy Drive

Pennsylvania State Police kick off 2025 Holiday Toy Drive

The PSP is requesting new, unwrapped toys that can be dropped off in the lobby of their station until Dec. 17, 2025. 

November 14th, 2:43 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
DeWine announces in-person help to Ohio youth

DeWine announces in-person help to Ohio youth

The Mobile Response and Stabilization Services (MRSS) program is now available at no cost to all Ohio children and young adults aged 20 and under.

November 7th, 5:44 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Gov. Shapiro speaks on SNAP benefits continuing

Gov. Shapiro speaks on SNAP benefits continuing

On Friday, Governor Josh Shapiro spoke about the availability of SNAP benefits for Pennsylvanians following the commonwealth's court victory, directing the Trump Administration to fully fund SNAP payments for November.

November 7th, 3:53 PM EST by Tristan Hostetter
Ohio assistance program gears up for winter months

Ohio assistance program gears up for winter months

The Ohio Department of Development reported that the Winter Crisis Program assisted more than 73,000 households in Ohio, providing $25.5 million in benefits last year.

October 31st, 7:53 PM EDT by Tristan Hostetter
PA Governor announces in-state funding for food, disaster emergency

PA Governor announces in-state funding for food, disaster emergency

Governor Josh Shapiro announced Friday that $5 million in state funding will be given to Feeding Pennsylvania, a non-profit network that aims to help end hunger around the state, to distribute through its network of food banks across the Commonwealth. 

October 31st, 5:12 PM EDT by Tristan Hostetter
AG announces $9 million in grants for Ohio schools

AG announces $9 million in grants for Ohio schools

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost announced Monday that Ohio school leaders can apply for a share of the $9.01 million in grants for safety-related projects for the 2026-27 school year.

October 27th, 4:09 PM EDT by Tristan Hostetter
Columbus Zoo welcomes 2nd Asian elephant calf this year

Columbus Zoo welcomes 2nd Asian elephant calf this year

The Columbus Zoo and Aquarium has welcomed its second baby elephant this calendar year, a historic milestone it is calling a victory for conservation.

October 24th, 6:23 AM EDT
With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with Trump

With no takers yet, White House meets with colleges still weighing an agreement with Trump

Five remaining universities have been weighing an offer from President Donald Trump to sign a “compact” for higher education.

October 19th, 7:53 AM EDT
Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro says political violence discourages people from running for office, urges more accountability

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro says political violence discourages people from running for office, urges more accountability

Pennsylvania Gov. Shapiro says political violence discourages people from running for office, urges more accountability.

October 15th, 6:17 AM EDT
Pennsylvania House passes bill to change pet status in divorce

Pennsylvania House passes bill to change pet status in divorce

The bill recognizes companion animals as “living beings that are generally regarded as cherished family members” and not just items for equitable division.

September 30th, 8:25 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Report of a person with a gun closes Streetboro schools

Report of a person with a gun closes Streetboro schools

City schools in the Portage County community of Streetsboro canceled classes on Monday after a city employee reported seeing a person with a "long gun" near a school bus garage.

September 22nd, 10:01 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Governor Shapiro orders flags lowered across Pennsylvania for fallen officers

Governor Shapiro orders flags lowered across Pennsylvania for fallen officers

All Pennsylvanians are invited to participate by lowering their own flags in recognition of the fallen officers.

September 17th, 8:56 PM EDT
Shenango choir welcomes new director, seeking members

Shenango choir welcomes new director, seeking members

The new choir season for the Shenango Valley Chorale will begin with a September 8 rehearsal under a new director.

August 14th, 3:13 PM EDT by Camille Sipple
A harsh end to the weekend

A harsh end to the weekend

PennDOT reduces interstate speed limits in Mercer County due to weather

Pelini Foundation names 2025 Center of Excellence high school award winner

Isolated power outage due to collision in Youngstown

Winter Thunderland storms to Westside Bowl for a cause

Santa's Workshop at Boardman Park raises funds for Olivia's Grace

Gault Heating & Cooling High School Football Insider | Week 1

Gault Heating & Cooling High School Football Insider | Week 1

Mercer County farm among 27 protected as Pa. plans $6.9 million for farm preservation

Mercer County farm among 27 protected as Pa. plans $6.9 million for farm preservation

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

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

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