Contractor selected for Austintown roundabout

AUSTINTOWN - Plans are moving forward for a proposed roundabout at at the intersection of New Road and State Route 46 in Austintown. A spokesperson for the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) told 21 News that the job was awarded to local contractor Shelly and Sands for $6.5 million on October 30.

Poland Village bridge project in final stretch

After years of waiting, Poland Village is getting its bridge back. Officials say the bridge project over Yellow Creek is in the final stretch.

Poland trustees accept resignation from township administrator

Poland Township administrator Mark Covell submitted his letter of resignation from the position at Thursdays trustee meeting. In a bittersweet moment giving thanks to the township trustees, Covell’s resignation was accepted by the board. “I’m ready to move on and just retire,” Covell explained. “It had nothing to do...

Kent State professor awaits decision in S.B. 1 investigation

Kent State University professor allegedly violated Senate Bill 1. Ohio Senate Bill 1 became state law in 2025 with the aim of limiting diversity, equity and inclusion programs and reducing bias in public universities in Ohio. Critics say S.B. 1 harms academic freedom and restricts discussions on controversial topics. One of its first tests has come in an investigation against a Kent State University adjunct professor who has been accused of anti-Christian bias, which he denies.

Mercer County receives funding for two traffic improvement projects

HARRISBURG - Two Mercer County communities received over $280,000 from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation (PennDOT) for two traffic projects in Sharon and Hermitage. The City of Sharon received $125,050 to install speed warning devices along East Connelly Boulevard between the Shenango Valley Freeway and Pine Hollow Boulevard. Meanwhile, the...

Dutch Bros gets OK to open in Streetsboro; chain expands in NE Ohio

Dutch Bros, a coffee shop chain that has been expanding in Northeast Ohio, received approval Nov. 10 to open a new store in Streetsboro. The city's Planning and Zoning Commission approved site plans for the store, as well as a lot split of the Shady Lake Development property where the new business is proposed. The Streetsboro location is the third to announce plans to build in the area in recent months. In July, the chain announced plans to locate in Fairlawn , and in August, plans for a Stark County location were announced. Drew Cook of Greyfox Capital , the owners and developers of the Shady Lake property, said the new building would be at 9580 State Route 14, next to Aldi, in front of the Shady Lake apartments. Another parcel on the property is being reserved for future development. The 986-square-foot drive-thru building would have no indoor or outdoor seating. There would be 22 parking spaces. There would be two drive-thru lanes serving one window, and a walk-up window. The property would be accessed through a traffic signal at Home Depot Drive and the private Highcrest Drive. Cook said he anticipates the business opening around fall 2027. It would

Sharon, Hermitage to receive Automated Red Light Enforcement grants

Sharon and Hermitage are two of the cities that will receive Automated Red Light Enforcement grants from the Pennsylvania Department of Transportation.

Measles Exposures Span Two Counties After Burton School, Campus Visits

A person with a confirmed case of measles spent parts of six days at schools, a college campus, restaurants and a medical office across Geauga and Lake counties while able to spread the virus, Geauga Public Health reported. The sites run from Monday, Nov. 2 through Saturday, Nov. 7, and officials are asking anyone who […]

Mercer County titans collide in District Semifinal showdown

Greenville and Sharpsville will meet on Saturday with the opportunity to move onto the District championship.

Community celebrates world’s largest painted slice of pizza mural in Youngstown

Shortly after completing the new postcard-style mural in downtown Youngstown, Pat McGlone at Overall Paint Co. got to work on his next project: the world’s largest painted slice of pizza. “We’ve gotten to work with so many businesses that I’ve been a customer at for so many years. It’s...

Joint Resolution 11 looks to change Gov. veto override

Water rate increase proposed in Trumbull County

Some Trumbull County residents could see their water rates rise.

Local dentist office to give veterans free dental care this weekend

The Center for Progressive Dentistry will provide free dental services to local veterans this Saturday in Cortland.

Plain Twp. opens 47-acre wetlands park as officials push to preserve green space

In a largely developed Stark County community, Plain Township officials are making a new push to preserve some of the green space that remains.

Around Garrettsville: Go G-Men, go!

One more weekend to experience the amazing Garrettsville’s Christmas Walk, the area’s original Christmas Walk and fundraiser for the James A. Garfield Historical Society. Visitors may tour three Garrettsville-area homes and a historic landmark on Nov. 13, 14 and 15. Friday and Saturday hours are 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Sunday hours are 12:30 to 5 p.m. Purchase your ticket at the Historical Society, 8107 Main St., Garrettsville.

Suspect in Amy Acton’s fair stop case refuses plea deal

Havas has pleaded not guilty and is free on $5,000 bond.

Salt mine closure will impact Mahoning County, engineer says

Mahoning County is facing a major shortage of road salt after the closure of a Cleveland-area salt mine, according to County Engineer Pat Ginnetti. “It's been three weeks now since the announcement, and there's really not a solid answer on what the solution is,” Ginnetti said Thursday morning in a video appearance at the county commissioners’ board meeting.

Garbage rates could increase in Warren

Warren City Council on Tuesday sent to a first reading an ordinance to increase garbage rates.

Ohio Proposes $46.7 Million for Road Projects, Including Stark and Cuyahoga Counties

Nearly $47 million could be heading toward major road projects across Ohio, including improvements in Stark and Cuyahoga counties. The Ohio Department of Transportation’s Transportation Review Advisory Council has approved a draft funding list totaling $46.7 million for 13 projects across 12 counties between fiscal years 2027 and 2030.