Youngstown Juneteenth observances mark, celebrate emancipation
Youngstown Juneteenth observances will mark, celebrate emancipation a series of local events. (Editor’s note: This article originally appeared in the June 2014 edition of...
Tyler’s Law seeks to improve safety of amusement rides in Ohio
During the first full fair and festival season since the passage of Tyler’s Law, the Ohio Department of Agriculture is reminding Ohioans about the...
Apple and Carrot Salad
Apple and Carrot Salad comes together quickly and is perfect for summer patio dining and picnics. Tip: Some grocery stores sell pre-cut carrots.
INGREDIENTS
1 large...
Wine Guy picks for June/July 2021
I’ve pulled together a list of wines for you to try this summer. While some are in the $20-30 range, they’re being offered at...
Key Lime Bars with Graham Cracker Crust
This recipe is from Little Spice Jar blog. As prepared, the bars have a pronounced lime flavor. To decrease intensity, reduce lime zest by one...
Navigating the new takeout alcohol law
Now that Ohioans can buy three takeout margaritas with their enchiladas to go, is it O.K. to sip one on the way home? If...
Refreshing cocktails for summer nights
The following cocktails range from tried-and-true favorites to a new classic.
Daiquiri
The daiquiri is often described by connoisseurs as one of the original classic cocktails....
Tour de Donut returns Aug. 21 with 5K dash, cycling challenges
The Tour de Donut returns to New Wilmington this summer after skipping 2020 due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
The two-day event begins with a Donut...
Visit Lawrence County announces 2021 Craft Burger Trail
Visit Lawrence County recently announced the restaurants participating in its 2021 Craft Burger Trail.
Fifteen local eateries – all with unique burgers – are included...
Classic summer movies – official trailers, key scenes, theme songs
This playlist includes classic summer movies from the past 50 years. The set includes official movie trailers, scenes and songs. Common movie themes include...
Outdoor movies return to Wean Park June 21-Aug. 16
The Youngstown Summer Movie Series kicks off its 2021 season on Monday, June 21 with the 2019 action film “Captain Marvel.”
The outdoor movie series...
Youngstown Parks and Recreation eager to get back in the game
After having a limited 2020 season due to the COVID-19 pandemic, Youngstown Parks and Recreation Department Director Dawn Turnage is eager to reclaim a...
17-year cicadas to emerge soon, but don’t let that bug you
We're about to be bombarded by a swarm of very noisy, very large bugs. According to the Ohio Department of Agriculture, a type of...
Ohio’s newest Storybook Trail opens at Burr Oak State Park
GLOUSTER — This morning, Ohio first lady Fran DeWine and Ohio Department of Natural Resources Director Mary Mertz were among the first to walk...
Scrappers single game tickets on sale May 7; Opening Day set for May 26
Mahoning Valley Scrappers single game tickets will go on sale at 8:30 a.m. on Friday, May 7.
Scrappers single game tickets will be available online, by...
Committee to dedicate Robinson-Shuba statue on July 17
The unveiling and dedication of the Robinson-Shuba Commemorative Statue has been scheduled for Saturday, July 17, as part of Youngstown State University’s Summer Festival of the Arts...
YMCA summer camp brings healthful activities to East Side youth
The YMCA of Youngstown and the Youngstown Metropolitan Housing Authority in August provided 30 children, ages 5 to 13, structured physical activity at the newly...
Mill Creek MetroParks extends cancellations, closures into 2021
Mill Creek MetroParks is extending the cancellations of all previously scheduled programs, tours, events, lectures and indoor facility rentals until the January 2021 board...
YWCA’s virtual Y-Girls STEAM Ahead camp set for July 27-Aug. 7
YWCA Mahoning Valley is announcing its virtual Y-Girls STEAM Ahead camp, which runs 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, from July 27...
2020 Minor League Baseball season shelved; Scrappers season canceled
Major League Baseball has informed Minor League Baseball that it will not be providing its affiliated Minor League teams with players for the 2020...
