Author Nia Simms Hall Announces Expanded Self-Love Literacy Initiative Following “Why Not Me” Book Signing Event

Author Nia Simms Hall is expanding the educational reach of her children’s book, Why Not Me, following a community book signing event held on October 10, 2026, at the Stey-Nevant Public Library in Farrell, Pennsylvania. Building on her commitment to childhood confidence, literacy, and self-acceptance, Hall has developed structured self-love curricula based on the book […]

Controversy grows after Wilmington mayor sends historic statue to Ohio

An 18-foot-tall statue of former President James Garfield that called Wilmington, Del., home for 131 years is now in Ohio, and some residents are questioning whether the city followed the proper process before giving it away. Wilmington Mayor John Carney sent the statue to Hiram, Ohio, where Garfield once lived...

This Tiny Pennsylvania Town Quietly Holds The Record For Most Historic Buildings In The Entire State

One neighborhood here packs 1,888 buildings into 91 blocks, and nearly all of them count as historic. That is not a typo. It is a whole hillside of porches, towers, and turrets that made the National Register in 1999. The same city also calls itself the Fireworks Capital of America....

The Setlist: Portage County live music for Nov. 11-20, 2026

I hope that you all have gotten your outdoor chores mainly wrapped up, and are setting your sights on some cozy indoor activities this late fall and winter. This week Veteran’s Day arrives on Wednesday, Nov. 11. I find that our country is more aware of the veteran’s plight than perhaps we may have been 20-30 years ago, which is a good thing. There are many programs and non-profit organizations that focus on the needs of our veterans. This is what really makes America great: compassion and the drive to help those who have sacrificed for our country.

Fans say goodbye to Donnie Iris at the last place he ever played

Family, friends and fans of Donnie Iris met to say one final goodbye at the place where he made his farewell as a performer.

2026 Christmas and holiday events in Northeast Ohio: List of celebrations in Cleveland, Akron, Canton and more

Dec. 5-6 & 12-13 Retail locations will be open for Christmas shopping, and many of the restaurants & bars along The Strip will be fully decorated and offering seasonal specials. On both weekends, Santa often visits, and an ice skating rink will be set up by the GOTL Welcome Center on both Saturdays. Last but not least, the GOTL Cookie Walk will return. Mor.

Comedian John Crist coming to Youngstown

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Comedian John Crist is coming to Youngstown this spring. The John Crist Live! Tour is coming to Stambaugh Auditorium on Thursday, April 1, one of 45 stops across the country. With more than 10 million online fans and 2 billion video views across platforms, Crist...

Jim Gaffigan returns for night of comedy at Covelli Centre

Comedian Jim Gaffigan is making his return to the Valley this spring for his "Still Fighting It" tour.

Youngstown Holiday Parade & Tree Lighting Show scheduled for Nov. 28

Youngstown CityScape announced that the city’s Annual Holiday Parade and Tree Lighting show has been scheduled for Saturday, Nov. 28. The full event will run from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m., with the parade starting at 6 p.m. and tree lighting following at 7:30 p.m. Local high school marching...

Geology group seeking tips regarding fossils in the Valley

A local group wants to uncover more about the rocks from this area and they are seeking assistance in learning more. If you've ever seen or remember hearing about fossils, you might be of help.

Dominic Nardella Departs WNCX to Become WYSU Station Director

Audacy Classic Rock 98.5 WNCX Cleveland Brand Manager/midday host Domininc ‘Nard’ Nardella has departed the station to join Youngstown State University’s Public News/Talk 88.5 WYSU Youngstown as Station Director. Nardella joined WNCX as midday host in 2011 and rose to Brand Manager in February 2022 and was...

Two Holiday Films Shot in Medina Get Release Dates, Starting Nov. 10 on Plex

MEDINA, Ohio — Christmas is arriving early for Northeast Ohio movie fans. Two holiday films shot in Medina and other Northeast Ohio locations last winter now have release dates, the Akron Beacon Journal reported on Monday, Nov. 9 — one of them begins streaming this week. The first film, “The Great Chocolate Date,” begins streaming […]

Country group Parmalee to perform at Robins Theatre Saturday

WARREN - Country group Parmalee will take the stage at the Robins Theatre this Saturday. The band will bring its country and rock sound to Warren on November 14, playing hits like “Carolina,” “Just the Way,” “Take My Name,” “Girl In Mine,” “Gonna Love You” and more.

Brass Bells Ring Out Over 4,000 Strong Inside The Bell Museum At Malabar? No, At Schoenbrunn? Try The Packard Museum

A museum in Ohio can hold vintage steel, old motorcycles, and a stage for live shows under one roof. I like that kind of surprise. The cars here are Packards, and many were built in the 1920s to the 1950s. A motorcycle exhibit has also rolled through, which pulled in two-wheel fans.

World Ballet Company’s ‘Nutcracker’ set for Dec. 1 at Packard

World Ballet Company is announcing its holiday tour of “The Nutcracker,” featuring a family-friendly production of the world-famous ballet. A Mahoning Valley performance takes place 7 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 1 at W.D. Packard Music Hall in Warren. The traveling show features an international cast and a live orchestra...

Youngstown native advances into top 10 in Ryan Seacrest’s Top Host Competition

Youngstown native Brittney Grant is in a national competition where the winner will get their own iHeartRadio-produced podcast and a grand prize of $25,000. Grant, who’s now living in Chicago, is participating in the Top Host competition designed to discover the next great voice in audio while simultaneously raising funds for the Ryan Seacrest Foundation.

"1776 The Musical" hits the stage in Columbiana

LOOP Youngstown putting on Variety Show at Westside Bowl

For anyone looking for an eclectic mix of community creativity, the LOOP Youngstown Arts + Culture Center will be hosting their third annual Variety Show at Westside Bowl. Scheduled for 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. on Nov. 8, the show will be featuring art, music and films created by local artists of every stripe.

More Than 800 Honor Veterans at Canton Patriot Ball With Eight Medal of Honor Guests

More than 800 people filled the Canton Memorial Civic Center on Saturday night, Nov. 7, for the annual Patriot Ball, a black-tie gala honoring veterans that drew eight Congressional Medal of Honor recipients to Stark County on the weekend before Veterans Day, The Canton Repository reported. The ball is the annual fundraiser of The Patriot […]