From Nonna’s kitchen to the neighborhood pub: 5 must try Youngstown mom-and-pop joints

Youngstown is a city built on grit, heritage, and an unwavering love for good food. While corporate chains dominate the highways, the true soul of the Mahoning Valley lives on the neighborhood street corners, inside converted houses, and behind the counters of independent, family-run joints. From generational Italian recipes and...

PLUM INKS DIVISION I FUTURE WITH ROBERT MORRIS

EAST PALESTINE, OH – East Palestine senior Braydon Plum is taking his speed to the Division I level, officially signing his National Letter of Intent with Robert Morris University on November 10 to continue his academic and athletic career as a member of the Colonials track and field program.

South Range vs. United

South Range versus United is one of the "all-local" matchups in the third round of the playoffs. It's their first time playing since 2016.

Legally Speaking: Landlord responsibilities

Attorney Frank Cassese explained some of the expectations around being a landlord.

Mahoning County Clerk of Courts Pushes Back Against Criticism

Mahoning County Clerk of Courts Michael Ciccone is pushing back against criticism of his department, saying he has no reason to resign. Ciccone made the remarks after a budget hearing, where county commissioners declined to approve his request for next year, because of accounting issues. He told Ally Ross, that not only will he NOT step down, he also intends to run for reelection.

GAMEDAY SCHEDULE: Penguins vs. Illinois State

YSU Team Picture Giveaway presented by Bull & Bear, Lyden Oil Company, Roof Rite, & 21 WFMJ. The Youngstown State football team concludes regular season play at home as they head into their last conference match up against Illinois State at Stambaugh Stadium on Saturday afternoon. Kickoff for the contest is set for Noon.

GUNTHER MAKES THE MOVE TO MIAMI

YOUNGSTOWN, OH – One of the most electrifying scorers to ever wear an Ursuline basketball uniform is officially taking his talents to the Division I level. Fighting Irish senior Jaylen Gunther has signed his National Letter of Intent to continue his academic and basketball career at Miami University in Oxford, Ohio, becoming the newest addition to the RedHawks’ 2027 recruiting class.

Decency won in Ohio: Amy Acton tells Lawrence how 'Youngstown toughness' helped win governor's race

Ohio Democratic Governor-elect Dr. Amy Acton joins MS NOW's Lawrence O'Donnell to discuss what winning the governorship means to her as a "scrappy kid from Youngstown" and how her personal experiences, including growing up homeless, helped motivate her to "create those conditions that give people a way forward."

Struthers woman lines neighborhood with American flags for Veterans Day

STRUTHERS - One woman is looking to start a veterans day tradition in her neighborhood. Patty Kotouch lined the streets of her small neighborhood with over 300 American flags. Kotouch says she was inspired by a friend from Austintown, and it was something she wanted to do for a long time.

20 Lake to River Tracts Win Opportunity Zone Status in Federal Round

Development officials and community leaders along the Lake to River corridor are preparing to capitalize on last week’s announcement that 20 local census tracts have been designated federal Opportunity Zones, The Business Journal Daily reported Monday. The tracts, in Ashtabula, Trumbull, Mahoning and Columbiana counties, were among 260 Ohio tracts designated by the U.S. Department […]

Week 12 WPIAL Football Previews Presented by Doran Concrete

The weekly high school football previews are presented by Doran Concrete. Laying the foundation for Week 12 of the high school football season. For more information on what Doran Concrete can do for you, visit them online at DoranConcrete.com. Week 2 of win-or-go-home. Nothing better than this time of year...

Animal Charity of Ohio announces ‘Re-Tail’ thrift store in Boardman

Animal Charity of Ohio announced that it has secured a location for its thrift store—an effort it hopes will establish long-term financial stability for the organization.

Homestead Holidays at The Stone Trough

Military Bridal Gowns Giveaway

Finding the perfect wedding dress can come with a hefty price tag. But this Veterans Day, one local bridal shop is making that dream a little easier to achieve for the women who serve in uniform. Leslie Huff takes us to Girard, where some brides-to-be got to trade in fatigues for formal wear.

Poland Trustee Mark Covell Resigns

Poland Township Trustees accepted a letter of resignation from Administrator Mark Covell, who is retiring after four years in the role. This comes as the township tries to climb its way out of financial troubles. Anthony Leonardi joins us now.

Timing out rain, snow, and chilly air to start a stinker of a weekend

The doomiest and gloomiest part of the work week is upon us. After widespread rain moved out yesterday, a regime of clouds, lake-effect, and chill has set in. A band of rain and snow showers has already set up to our west, with another band likely getting its act together to our east. With our current thinking, the eastern-based band could make marginal impacts over northwest Pennsylvania between mid-morning and the mid-afternoon, including for folks in Mercer and Lawrence Counties. For everyone, cloudy skies will persist with a northwesterly breeze keeping highs down in the low 40s.

Jefferson County leaders tout development plan near YSU campus

STEUBENVILLE, Ohio — Jefferson County leaders are moving ahead with plans to develop land near Youngstown State University’s Steubenville campus, saying the effort is aimed not only at improving the area but also at attracting young people to the city and giving them a reason to stay. County...

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.

Even colder Friday and Saturday; big improvement next week

The work week will draw to a close with chilly temperatures once again on Friday. After holding in the mid 40s Thursday, readings will be no higher than the lower 40as Friday afternoon. Much of the day will be rather cloudy and dry, but a passing rain or wet snow shower will be a possibility. Snow shower activity will ramp up a bit later Friday night into early Saturday and a coating of snow could occur in a few spots.

Lawrence County DA Forces Meta to Unmask Anonymous Facebook Critic 'Frank Durk'

A Lawrence County judge has ordered Meta to hand over the identity behind a Facebook account called Frank Durk, giving District Attorney Joshua Lamancusa a long-sought path to unmask the person he says spent months accusing him of crimes online. The account must first be served with the order, and the person behind it gets 30 days to appeal before Meta is required to disclose who they are.