Phantom Fireworks to represent Breeders’ Cup horses

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Phantom Fireworks and the Zoldan Family are teaming up with a contender in the Breeders’ Cup. Phantom Fireworks announced that it will be part of the ownership group for both The Puma and Facteur Cheval at the 2026 Breeders’ Cup. The Puma is...

New law makes it illegal to feed deer, other wild animals in Kent

The city of Kent is dealing with an overpopulation of deer, and according to the Ohio Division of Wildlife, certain residents are contributing to the problem by feeding the deer and other wild animals.

New pet ‘spaw’ opens in Boardman

BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — A new chapter began Wednesday for a pet grooming business in Boardman. The location along 1122 Western Reserve Road is now called Blue Ribbon Pet Spaw LLC, and it has new owners. Christine Stacy is one of them. Her family owned Blue Ribbon Motors for many years, and the car lot […]

Kids’ hair salon hiring stylists wanting a fun environment

A stylist can find a new calling in the unique environment of working in a child-focused salon.

Cafaro Company acquires former O’Charley’s restaurant for $1.7 million in Niles

A restaurant space on Mines Road in Niles is now owned by the Cafaro Company. After over 50 years of operating, all O’Charley’s company locations were closed in the U.S. by the end of September, including the restaurant in Niles. The buyer with the same taxpayer address as...

Students get hands on experience in filmmaking industry with new program

WARREN, Ohio — Students are now getting some hands-on experience in the filmmaking industry with the help of one northeast Ohio organization. The founder said the program fills a gap for students who would otherwise not have access to this type of learning. When Deon Stubbs was growing up,...

3 horses euthanized during Hollywood Gaming’s opening week of racing

Three horses died during Hollywood Gaming's opening week of racing, according to a representative from the racecourse.

Before Work, Youngstown Steelworkers Fueled Up At These 6 Diners That Still Open Early

Long before sunrise, the Mahoning Valley ran on coffee, eggs, and a full plate of potatoes. Shift workers heading to the mills needed a hot breakfast fast, and neighborhood diners were ready for them. The mills look different now, but plenty of those early-morning habits are still alive around Youngstown,...

Forgotten tales and hidden trails: Beaver County250 book event coming

To mark America250, the Beaver County Historical Research & Landmarks Foundation followed the path of the country’s earliest militias and rallied volunteers to research and publish “Before Beaver County: The Forgotten Tales and Early Trails from Pre-History to 1803.” This limited edition 250-page hardback shines light on the earliest days of Beaver County, Books can be purchased and signed by the myriad authors, illustrators and map-makers on Saturday, Nov. 7, from 1 to 3 p.m. at the Vicary Mansion, 1235 Third Ave., Freedom. The event at the home of BCHRLF, which has long enjoyed a job training relationship with the Beaver County Rehabilitation Center, also will feature an intriguing traveling multimedia production, Voices of Independence, created by BCRC participants. In the year of America250, this exhibit highlights independence – a quality of extreme importance not only to our nation but critical to those with physical, emotional or cognitive development challenges. The production showcases interviews with Beaver County leaders of arts and culture; civic duty/leadership; education and the future; workforce; and local history and heritage. America250 provided the perfect opportunity to review what has already been documented in Beaver County history and fill in and expound on many of the gaps,

Golden tickets up for grabs at Sweet Memories’ ‘WONKAWEEN’

Sweet Memories Vintage Tees and Golden Age Vintage Marketplace, located at 1282 Trumbull Avenue in Girard, is celebrating the Halloween season with a Willy Wonka-inspired friendly competition. According to a news release, the vintage T-shirt and candy marketplace is anticipated to host “WONKAWEEN: The Golden Ticket Halloween Weekend” from Friday,...

2026 Cleveland Arts Prize winners reflect on their craft

Whether creating, teaching, documenting or supporting the arts, this year's Cleveland Arts Prizes recognize decades of contributions in Northeast Ohio. The three juried discipline prizes come with a $10,000 award to artists in various stages of their careers. Playwright, actor and journalist Chris Webb is the 2026 Emerging Artist. He...

New pet ‘spaw’ opens in Boardman

BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — A new chapter began Wednesday for a pet grooming business in Boardman. The location along 1122 Western Reserve Road is now called Blue Ribbon Pet Spaw LLC, and it has new owners. Christine Stacy is one of them. Her family owned Blue Ribbon Motors for many years, and the car lot […]

Burton restaurant featured on Fox News Channel as diners talk election

Diners at JC’s Restaurant in Burton Village recently got to share their thoughts on the upcoming midterm election with a national audience. Steve Doocy, co-host of Fox News Channel’s Fox and Friends morning show, visited JC’s on Oct. 26 for the show’s Breakfast with Friends segment. He interviewed customers throughout the morning about the Nov. 3 election, which features competitive races in Ohio for governor, a U.S. Senate seat and numerous other federal, state and local offices.

WPXI: Pittsburgh-area music artist, Donnie Iris, dead at 83

Our NBC News affiliate in Pittsburgh, WPXI, is reporting that as of Monday, October 26, Pittsburgh-area music artist and Lawrence County, Pennsylvania, native Donnie Iris has died at the age of 83. Iris was born in Ellwood City, Pennsylvania, in 1943. WPXI reports that Iris’ long-time concert promoter, Rich Engler,...

Rebuilt Long John Silver’s location reopens in Beaver County

The redesign focuses on customer experience and convenience.

Mike’s Place In Kent Lets You Eat Breakfast Inside An Old School Bus Or An X-Wing

Most restaurants ask you to pick a table. One spot in Kent, Ohio, asks you to pick a vehicle. Out front, a starfighter from a galaxy far, far away stands near a castle, and people stop to stare before they ever reach the door. Inside, you might end up eating in an old bus, a jungle-themed room, or a quiet space lined with photos of famous Irish faces.

Historical society seeks information on museum that vanished

In his book “The Brookfield That Was,” Joe Tarkanick speaks with sadness of the loss of a natural history museum that once was owned by Brookfield schools. Members of the Brookfield Historical Society said they would like to hear from anyone who has any information on what happened to the museum or the hundreds of artifacts that it contained.

The Setlist: Portage County live music for Oct. 28-Nov. 3

This week’s setlist brings us into the month of November and, toward the end of the week, our warm, dry fall weather looks to take a turn towards the more usual wet, chilly pattern we have become accustomed to this time of year. This coming Sunday, Nov. 1, the...

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