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.

Kennedy Catholic star signs with Division I program

Kennedy Catholic senior basketball standout Tori Harvey is heading to Canisius to continue her athletic and academic career following graduation. Harvey signed her Letter of Intent Thursday morning. She’s racked up the accolades throughout her career with the Golden Eagles. Harvey is a state champion and has scored 1,166 career...

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.

Details released in Timber Creek Structures settlement

GIRARD - Last month, 21 News reported that a settlement had been reached in a case against Girard-based shed manufacturer Timber Creek Structures. Now, 21 News has obtained the details of that settlement. According to court documents, Timber Creek Structures was ordered to pay the Ohio Attorney General’s Office’s Consumer...

Local dealership named among industry’s best

Yalcars Auto Park in Salem has a simple mission: Make buying a pre-owned vehicle a fantastic and easy, transparent experience. Yalcin may have come from far away, but has a long and trusted history in the Valley.

Showers return Thursday, then our first snow this weekend

Clouds will continue to build in on Wednesday, but get out and enjoy while you can; this will be our nicest stretch of weather until late next week. Our first batch of showers will work in ahead of a passing warm front late Wednesday night before midnight. After midnight, shower chances will continue to increase, and showers will become widespread closer to daybreak on Thursday.

Youngstown Prepares Eastern Gateway Site for County Government Center

S. Champion St. — Approximate Street Closure During Demolition. The former Eastern Gateway Community College building in downtown Youngstown is headed for demolition, along with the parking deck next to it, so Mahoning County can put a government center on the site. That is the plan Mahoning Matters reported...

Signing Day in the Valley! Local athletes commit to college

November 11 marks the NCAA early signing date for college basketball and all Division I and II sports other than football

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.

Girard’s All-State lineman named Student Athlete of the Week

Dylan Latell is a First Team All-State lineman with a 92% career blocking percentage

Youngstown State lands record-breaking volleyball standout

Maya Flores is one of the most decorated volleyball players in program history

Two Mahoning Valley teachers win $1K in classroom supplies

Two teachers from the Mahoning Valley region, according to a news release from the Ohio Lottery, have won a drawing that would see them receive up to $1,000 in classroom supply items purchased for their classrooms. According to that release, 20 teachers in total were selected from the drawing, including...

JobsNOW: Insurance agency looking to hire, improve on human experience

JobsNOW: Mark Cole insurance agency looking to hire, improve on human experience.

Brookfield Apartment Tenants Voice Frustration

Nine families were displaced following an apartment fire in Brookfield this morning. Some of the victims now speaking out--saying there SHOULD HAVE been smoke detectors to alert them to the danger much sooner. They say it was because of that, they had to jump from a window.

ODOT construction alerts for November 2026, beyond

The Ohio Department of Transportation is announcing road-construction updates for Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties for November 2026 and beyond. Information last modified: Nov. 6, 2026. Mahoning County. The following construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Mahoning County next week. All scheduled work is weather permitting. Interstate 76/80...

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...

Homestead Holidays at The Stone Trough

Thrift Room: A Vintage Haven in Sharon, Pennsylvania

In the heart of Sharon, Pennsylvania, a small vintage shop is making a big impression. Thrift Room, located at 155 E State St, is more than just a store; it's a nostalgic journey curated by Demetria Holden. Visitors stepping inside are greeted not only by racks of meticulously selected clothing but also by the warmth and passion of Demetria and her staff, who have turned this boutique into a local haven for vintage enthusiasts.

Local standout quarterback perfect in Western Michigan win

Lowry was a perfect 15-for-15 for 149 passing yards and a touchdown during the win.

RIVERA IS GOING TO GANNON

BOARDMAN OH- Boardman High School senior Mikayla Rivera has announced her commitment to continue her academic and softball career at Gannon University, where she will compete at the collegiate level. Rivera has been a standout member of the Boardman softball program throughout her high school career, earning recognition for her...