Pink Floyd tribute band to perform benefit concert for first responders

The Pink Floyd tribute band Embers of Floyd is scheduled to perform a benefit concert at Penguin City Brewing to raise funds for the Clarence R. Smith Family Mahoning Valley First Responder Wellness Center.

Fourteen Mahoning Valley regions marked for investment potential

OHIO - Governor Mike DeWine has announced 14 areas in the Mahoning Valley as federal Opportunity Zones to spur long-term investment and growth. DeWine announced the Opportunity Zones 2.0 with Ohio Department of Development Director Lydia Mihalik, naming 260 census tracts—small subdivisions of a county used for national population data—across the state to encourage outside investment.

Grassroots concern over violence at Youngstown’s private prison

YOUNGSTOWN - A concerned resident is calling on state lawmakers and local government to do something about the violence taking place inside Core Civic's Northeast Ohio Correctional Center. "These individuals in this prison are fighting for their lives," Million Perry-Phifer, CEO of the Persayus Way Project, said. "They're supposed to...

Local jockey marks 40,000th career start at Hollywood Gaming’s Mahoning Valley Race Course

A local jockey had a milestone moment Thursday as he cemented himself as one of racing's ironmen at Hollywood Gaming's Mahoning Valley Race Course.

11 Starving Dogs Found Surrounded by Feces in Ohio — Man With Dog-Fighting History Faces 22 Charges

Eleven dogs, including five puppies, were found locked inside a property in Warren Township, Ohio, living in conditions no animal should have to endure. Some were so severely malnourished that their ribs were visible through their skin. They reportedly had no access to food or water. Urine and feces surrounded...

300-million-year-old fossils spark search for Youngstown’s prehistoric past

A local organization is documenting a fossil collection dating back 300 million years with some specimens carrying old handwritten labels identifying Youngstown. Mahoning Valley Geology, Earth, and Minerals shared photos of three-dimensional Lepidodendron specimens with handwritten Youngstown locality labels. Lepidodendron is an extinct plant that’s a tree-sized relative of modern...

Warren honors veterans early with recognition ceremony

The afternoon will start with a 21-gun salute, followed by a certificate of honor presented to all veterans in attendance.

A gloomy Saturday forecast, but Sunday will be much nicer

The chilly air mass that pushed into the Valley on Friday will remain in place as the weekend gets underway. Temperatures will struggle into the mid 40s on Saturday, and a gusty breeze will make it feel even cooler. Low pressure will spin over the eastern Great Lakes, resulting in some showers affecting our area from time to time. The most numerous raindrops should be found in locations north of Rt 224. We expect the shower activity to wind down early Saturday evening.

Niles city council votes to extend data center moratorium

Off the heels of Hubbard’s data center ban, Niles City Council approved extending their moratorium on data centers within city limits. Passed during city council’s Wednesday night meeting, the suspension of permitting data centers within Niles has been lengthened for another 180 days. According to Councilman Aaron Johnstone,...

Garfield football vs Conneaut High School, live score updates

GARRETTSVILLE — Watch Ohio High School Football Live on NFHS Network all year Unofficial Garfield stats Run​ (48-478, 9.96) ​35 Ryder Cain 23-248, 6 TD 25 Nate Baczkowski 8-99, TD 12 Logan Sell 3-53 24 Collin McGranahan 7-59 10 Logan Shirkey 2-13 3 Cam Kleinhen 2-2 5 Landon Mosier 1-3 1 Jace Vanek 1-2 6 Colton Cuddy 1-(-1) Pass (1-3-30-0-1) ​24 Collin McGranahan 1-3-30-0-1 Catch (1-30) 12 Logan Sell 1-30 Ryder Cain makes Garfield history Ryder Cain with 23 carries for 248 yards and six touchdowns in a 48-14 victory over Conneaut. Cain ties a school single-game record in the process. On his sixth and final rushing touchdown, Logan Shirkey sealed the outside with a crushing block. Just beautifully executed. End of three quarters in Garrettsville Ryder Cain up to five touchdowns on the night. Garfield leads 41-14 entering the fourth. Other halftime scores from across Portage County Two other local teams in action tonight. Mogadore leads St. John 14-0 at the half. Streetsboro and Orrville are tied at 20 at the half. Halftime in Garrettsville Ryder Cain has been a physical runner all night. He's up to 175 rushing yards on 16 carries. Four touchdowns for the junior back.

Police: Former Lowellville Band Boosters treasurer blames gambling addiction for theft of funds

LOWELLVILLE - Court documents have provided more insight into the alleged theft of over $30,000 from the former Lowellville Band Boosters treasurer. According to court records, 49-year-old Rebecca Wolfgang is charged with a first-degree misdemeanor theft count stemming from over $30,000 in missing funds from the Lowellville Crescendo Club. According...

Youth winter golf program in Youngstown gets $30K boost

YOUNGSTOWN - A Youngstown foundation donated $30,000 to youth winter golf at Henry Stambaugh Golf Course. With winter on its way, the 1989 Foundation presented a check to the group at The 10th Hole, a new golf simulator facility at the golf course. Clemate Franklin, director of Parks and Recreation...

Majority of school levies failed locally and statewide

The majority of additional levies for school districts both in the Mahoning Valley and statewide failed in Tuesday's midterm election.

Holiday donations for Warren family mission

Teams left in limbo by Glenville legal battle face each other; fans and coaches react to controversy

Following a legal battle that began and ended with the Glenville High School football team being removed from the playoffs for using ineligible players, the two teams caught in the middle of the controversy squared off on Friday night.

Chester Township warns of winter road salt shortage following Morton Salt mine closure

Chester Township residents are being warned to prepare for potentially hazardous winter driving conditions as a major salt shortage threatens road maintenance across Northeast Ohio.

Second Harvest Food Bank holds ‘Taco and Tunes’ event

Dozens of community members packed the B&O restaurant for Second Harvest Food Bank’s “Tacos and Tunes,” an event that brought light-hearted entertainment to a good cause. Organizers told 21 News that they hope to continue the event for years, and continue to find creative and fun ways...

City of Campbell honoring 5 local servicemen inducted into Ohio Military Hall of Fame

The city of Campbell is scheduled to hold a special ceremony this Wednesday to honor five local servicemen being inducted into the Ohio Military Hall of Fame for Valor.

BOARDMAN PASSES ON TO STATE

BOARDMAN, OH – The road to the OHSAA Cross Country State Championships ran through a loaded Division II girls regional field, and Boardman made sure its season would continue for another week. Behind a strong seventh-place finish from senior Olivia Brady, the Spartans secured one of nine team qualifying spots, while Louisville freshman Hayden Meyer delivered a top-10 performance to earn an individual berth at the state meet.

Local teachers gifted $1,000 in classroom items from the Ohio Lottery

According to the Ohio Lottery, Karen Engel of Rayen Early College Middle School in Youngstown and Stephanie Cox of Warren G. Harding High School were two of 20 teachers across the state who were drawn in the Lottery's Giving Back Program.