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Families can get free dental care at Sharon, Pa. clinic. How to register for the event
RAM organizers want to inform families in need about an upcoming pop-up dental care clinic at Sharon Senior High School. They’re providing dental cleanings and overall oral hygiene care for free June 8 - 9. What is RAM?. Volunteer medical professionals help at Remote Area Medical pop-up clinics throughout...
One sent to hospital after crash in downtown Youngstown
Part of E. Front Street in Youngstown is blocked off after a crash between two cars. It happened around 4:50 p.m. at the intersection of Front and Market Streets. Three people were treated at the scene and one was taken to the hospital. It's unclear what caused the crash but...
Cool temperatures, occasional raindrops for Tuesday, Wednesday
The Valley had a warm afternoon on Memorial Day, but a cool period is on the way as many head back to work during midweek. An unstable atmosphere overhead will also lead to spotty rain showers Tuesday, especially in the midday and afternoon hours. There could be a thundershower in some spots. Wednesday will be even more unsettled with rain showers around much of the day. Readings will be hard pressed to make it into the mid 60s.
No criminal charges will be filed against police in 2023 shooting of Girard man
The Trumbull County Prosecutor’s Office released on Thursday the results of a more than a yearlong investigation involving the office, the Ohio State Highway Patrol and the Ohio Attorney General’s Bureau of Criminal Investigations into the March 21, 2023, early morning, officer-involved fatal shooting of Fred Henry Wild III, 50, of Girard.
Local man with diabetes having difficulty filling prescription
Many people are turning to medications like Ozempic, Trulicity and similar drugs for weight loss, they are also being prescribed to those with Type 2 diabetes. With a national shortage of these medications, some of those patients are now wondering where to go.
Thunderstorms expected on Memorial Day. What time should you have your cookout to avoid rain?
Youngstown may get a rainy Memorial Day as heavy thunderstorms are expected on Monday. With an average daytime temperature of 73 degrees Fahrenheit, rain is forcecasted as early as midnight, Monday morning and gradually increasing in severity, according to the Weather Channel. Heavy lightning storms are anticipated between 1 p.m....
SLIDESHOW: Memorial Day services across the Valley honor the memories of fallen soldiers
Memorial Day is a time to remember why we enjoy the freedoms we do and the folks who gave their lives for us to enjoy it. That's why cities and townships across the Valley held parades and services to honor those who have given their lives to preserve those freedoms.
Youngstown Blue Coats founder named Hometown Hero by Save A Lot
Patty Summers, founder of the Youngstown Blue Coats, was recently named a Hometown Hero by Save A Lot. Here what the discount grocery chain had to say about Summers. “Based on her extensive experience with homeless veterans and individuals, Patty recognized the need for an active support group for the homeless, especially during winter. She and her team collect and distribute warming items in the greater Youngstown/Warren and Sharon areas. Patty advocates for those needing various types of assistance and collaborates with local agencies to provide necessary resources. As a Hometown Hero, she received a $500 Save A Lot gift card for her outstanding community service.”
Dana School of Music invites aspiring musicians to music camp. When will it be held?
Area teens with a passion for music are asked to take part in a summer music camp at Youngstown State University. YSU’s Dana School of Music announced the return of its Summer Music Camp and Vocal Performance Clinic, according to a press release. The camp will take place from June 9 to June 14, with week-long musical intensives that promise to provide unforgettable experiences for aspiring musicians aged 13 to 18.
Memorial Day weather : Tracking your storm risk
This weekend we entered into a very stormy period that happened to kickoff the first holiday weekend of unofficial summer. Memorial Day is shaping up to be another unsettled day of the three day weekend with more strong to severe storms possible. Ugh, yes…we are just the messengers. Many will take time to honor those who have made the ultimate sacrifice and nearly all will find at least some time to relax and be outdoors for their time off on Monday. Scattered showers and rumbles for the morning hours and another round during the afternoon accompanied by breezy conditions with temperatures retreating back to the 70s.
Mahoning and Shenango Valley veterans reflect on the values America must cherish
During a Memorial Day parade in Hermitage and Poland, veterans stood among the graves of those who gave their lives for our country and reflected on the profound ideals they hold close to their hearts. "I hope we don't lose sight of the sacrifice of our veterans and military personnel....
‘Port Charles’: What Happened to Our Favorite Soap Stars
Port Charles, a spin-off of the long-running soap opera General Hospital, aired on ABC from 1997 to 2003. Created by Lynn Marie Latham and Bernard Lechowick, and produced by Wendy Riche, the show initialed followed the lives of residents in the medical community, but later embraced supernatural storylines, as well as combining drama, romance and suspense to keep viewers hooked week after week.
Ribs, burgers and more than 50 Bourbons at Barrel Head
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – If you’re looking for a place to have a seat with a comfortable laid-back atmosphere, great food and an out-of-this-world bourbon selection, head to Mahoning Avenue in Youngstown. Barrel Head Tavern has been in town for close to seven years. What makes Barrel Head...
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