FOOD & DRINK
How many Arthur Treacher's are left? Are more coming to Northeast Ohio? What we know so far
Arthur Treacher's Fish & Chips in Cuyahoga Falls recently changed hands from longtime owner Ben Vittoria, who retired earlier this month, to developer George Simon. Simon bought the only other free-standing Arthur Treacher's restaurant in the country from Vittoria when he closed the Cleveland area location in 2021. After being so impressed with the loyal customer following, Simon decided to reopen the Garfield Heights restaurant in February 2023.
Mahoning County Extension distributing free seed packets to jump start backyard gardens
Do you want to plant your own vegetable or flower garden, but don't know where to start? Mahoning County OSU Extension has you covered. In partnership with the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County, Mahoning County OSU Extension will be distributing sample seed starter packets at various library branches on April 25th.
Austintown summer concert series lineup announced
AUSTINTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Tuesday Evenings in the Park summer concert series lineup for Austintown Township Park was released. The lineup includes entertainment across several genres and local acts. The concerts are performed on Tuesdays from 7 to 8:30 p.m., beginning June 4 to August 27, weather permitting.
Youngstown natives Kool & the Gang set to be inducted into Rock and Roll Hall of Fame
The votes are in, and the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Foundation announced this year’s inductees into the 2024 Rock and Rock Hall of Fame in Cleveland. Fans helped a band with roots in Youngstown come out on top and secure them as an inductees for the 2024 class at the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.
WEWS investigative reporter Joe Pagonakis announces retirement after 40 years on air
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- News 5 investigator Joe Pagonakis is hanging up the trench coat and calling it a career. The Seven Hills native recently announced his retirement. His final broadcast on WEWS will be Monday. “There are no words to adequately express my sincere gatitude to you, the viewers, for...
Former Saturday Night Live cast member coming to Warren
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN)- An American actor and comedian is coming to Warren later this year, according to a press release. Jim Breuer will be bringing his Survival with Laughter Tour to the Robins Theatre on Friday, September 13, 2024 at 8 p.m. Breuer was a cast member on Saturday Night...
YSU hosts body-positive fashion show
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Women at Youngstown State University gathered to show off fashion and promote body positivity at Beeghly Center Wednesday evening. The EveryBODY Fashion Show included spring attire, professional outfits, and more. The event is held in memory of a YSU fashion merchandising student, Danielle Peters. She...
Local woman with autism overcomes deafness, epilepsy to become published author
SALEM, Ohio (WKBN) – Faith Rhodes of Salem is a woman who has used writing as a way to overcome obstacles her entire life. The 24-year-old has published two poetry books on her own. She uses the pen name Faye Rose and enjoys giving readers an inside perspective on her life story through her poems.
Penguin City Brewing unveils new Mexican-style lager for your next night out
Penguin City Brewing has a seasonal drink that’ll be available for purchase in Mahoning Valley stores this spring. It’s called a Cerveza México-- a Mexican style lager with a hint of lime packaged in brightly colored cans. Get a first sip at the official tapping at 4...
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