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Take the Moment: Pet therapy helping people heal in East Palestine
In East Palestine, a community still grappling with the aftermath of the toxic train derailment in 2023, hope and healing are taking shape in unexpected ways. At the heart of this effort is the East Palestine Resiliency Center where the unique team of Ashleigh Davis and Cedric the therapy dog are taking the moment to use pet therapy to try and make a profound impact on mental health recovery.
Austintown Township Park opens 'Story Trails'
Visitors to Austintown Township Park may have already noticed that the trails there have a story to tell. Signs telling children’s stories have been posted in the park by the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County and the Austintown Local School District. The literacy project “Story Trails” allows...
Local restaurants establish a DORA: designated outdoor refreshment area
Now people can bounce from establishment to establishment with a drink in hand as long as each location is participating in said event, such as Bike Night every Thursday, Rally at Route 46 and Sunday car shows.
Youngstown rock band Left End honored with its own day by Mahoning County
The Mahoning County Commissioners are proud to declare May 22, 2024 as “Left End Day” in Mahoning County to celebrate the legendary rock band Left End and their lasting impact on the local music scene. The band, dubbed “The Godfathers of Youngstown Rock and Roll” by local DJs,...
Scott Tady: Beaver County singer tours Left Coast, zombies invade Rochester
Let's get you caught up on the local entertainment scene:. Morgan Gruber embarks next week on a West Coast tour. Franklin Township's "American Idol" Gold Ticket winner will play eight dates in Washington, Oregon, California and Nevada, then hop to Hawaii for a nine-date run with Hawaiian-raised Nashville recording artist Waylon Nihipali.
Artist's sprawling installation in Wellsville sparks local debate and intrigue
WELLSVILLE, Ohio — An artist installation that took three years to put together has neighbors talking in Wellsville. An artist from Massachusetts came to Wellsville knowing she wanted to make some sort of abstract art, but not knowing this would be the final project. The 20,000 square foot project...
Nico’s Hawaiian Grill looks to bring Hawaii taste to new restaurant in Warren
Nico’s Hawaiian Grill, 922 Mahoning Ave. in Warren, opened to be public on Wednesday. “First and foremost, we want to thank the Lord above for all of the outpouring of support from our community during our soft opening,” owner Patrick Nicopolis said, “We are thrilled to offer the finest taste of the Hawaiian Islands and will be running different specials each week in addition to our core menu.”
Mike Rowe’s documentary ‘Something to Stand For’ heads to theaters in June
May 24 (UPI) -- Author, podcaster and TV host Mike Rowe's new history-themed documentary, Something to Stand For, is set to open in theaters on June 27. The film spotlights extraordinary stories of events that took place during the American Revolution, World War II and the civil rights movement. "This...
Buzzing new Cirque de Soleil show coming to Covelli Center. Here’s when to check it out.
OVO, part of Cirque du Soleil Entertainment Group, is kicking off its North American tour, which will start with a return visit to Youngstown this summer. The OVO colony and crew, a vibrant tapestry of 100 individuals from 25 different countries, is a testament to the show’s global appeal and cultural richness.
Cleveland poets featured in Lit Youngstown’s First Wednesday reading
Hear from two Cleveland poets taking a trip to the area for Lit Youngstown’s First Wednesday Reader Series. It’s happening at 7 p.m. on June 5 at the Westside Bowl. Isaiah Hunt and Hilary Plum are the featured creatives reading in the trophy room. Isaiah Hunt is a...
This week’s bestsellers from Publishers Weekly
Here are the bestsellers for the week that ended Saturday, May 18, compiled from data from independent and chain bookstores, book wholesalers and independent distributors nationwide, powered by Circana BookScan © 2024 Circana. (Reprinted from Publishers Weekly, published by PWxyz LLC. © 2024, PWxyz LLC.) HARDCOVER FICTION. 1....
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