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The Raymond John Wean Foundation announced today more than $73,000 in grants to 21 neighborhood and grassroots groups in Warren and Youngstown. Grants ranged from $1,500-$5,000.

Wean awards $73,000 to 21 neighborhood, grassroots groups

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The Raymond John Wean Foundation announced today more than $73,000 in grants to 21 neighborhood and grassroots groups in Warren and Youngstown. Grants ranged...
JCC to offer survivors of suicide support group

JCC to offer survivors of suicide support group

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JCC to offer survivors of suicide support group. The closed group is limited to 10 participants who will meet every other week for 10...
Regional farmers markets offer produce, baked goods, activities

Seasonal farmers markets feature produce, baked goods, activities

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Seasonal farmers markets feature produce, baked goods, activities. The following directory includes markets in Trumbull and Mahoning counties, northeast Ohio and western Pennsylvania. To...
Holborn Herb Growers Guild sets annual plant sale for May 10

Holborn Herb Growers Guild sets annual plant sale for May 10

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The Holborn Herb Growers Guild will host its annual Herb & Plant Sale on Saturday, May 10 at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Admission is free. The...
Youngstown Parks & Recreation announces Kids Summer Camp. The annual Kids Summer Camp is a free program designed to offer local children an enriching and fun-filled summer experience.

Youngstown Parks & Recreation announces Kids Summer Camp

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Youngstown Parks & Recreation is announcing the return of its annual Kids Summer Camp, a free program designed to offer local children an enriching...
‘300 Sisters in Red’ to celebrate anniversary with April 5 program

‘300 Sisters in Red’ to celebrate anniversary with April 5 program

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The Youngstown (OH) Chapter of The Links, Inc. will celebrate the 20th anniversary of its signature health initiative, “300 Sisters in Red: Passport to...
Live local theater productions for April, May 2025 | Information for our theater guide comes from individual theaters and organizational website. Additions and changes should be sent to info@metromonthly.net. Theater-goers are advised to confirm ticket and show availability due to rescheduling and possible cancellations.

Live local theater productions for April, May 2025

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Live local theater productions for April, May 2025 | Information for our theater guide comes from individual theaters and organizational website. Additions and changes...
Penn State Extension to cover vegetable, mushroom production

Penn State Extension to cover vegetable, mushroom production

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Penn State Extension will offer “Living on a Few Acres: Mushroom and Vegetable Production” from 6-8 p.m. on Thursday, April 10. ' The webinar is...
Ohio Primary/Special Election set for Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Polls will be open 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. | How to find your polling location. Review sample ballots.

Ohio Primary/Special Election set for Tuesday, May 6

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Ohio Primary/Special Election set for Tuesday, May 6, 2025. Polls will be open 6:30 a.m.-7:30 p.m. | Candidates/issues. How to find your polling location....
YWCA accepting entries for 43rd annual Women Artists Show. Women artists 18 years and older are eligible to enter original artwork, including paintings, drawings, photographs, fiber art, sculpture, ceramics, jewelry, videography and metal work pieces.

YWCA accepting entries for 43rd annual Women Artists Show

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YWCA Mahoning Valley is accepting entries for its “Women Artists: A Celebration” annual art show. Women artists 18 years and older are eligible to enter...
Letter: Oppose the SAVE Act – protect Americans’ right to vote. Our democracy works best when every eligible voter, regardless of background, can make their voice heard. But the extreme SAVE Act threatens that right by imposing unnecessary and burdensome proof-of-citizenship requirements, making it significantly harder for millions of Americans to register and vote.

Letter: Oppose the SAVE Act – protect Americans’ right to vote

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Dear Editor, Our democracy works best when every eligible voter, regardless of background, can make their voice heard. But the extreme SAVE Act threatens that...
Youngstown CityScape is inviting the community to participate in its 28th annual Planting Day. The event will occur 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 31. This year’s theme is “Streetscape 2025 – Peace, Love & Flowers.

Youngstown CityScape seeks volunteers for annual Planting Day

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Youngstown CityScape is inviting the community to participate in its 28th annual Planting Day. The event will occur 9 a.m.-noon, Saturday, May 31. This year’s...
Penn State Extension’s financial webinars to cover identity theft

Penn State financial webinars to cover identity theft

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Penn State Extension will offer two webinars aimed at helping participants protect their identity. “Your Money Matters: Identity Theft” will take place from noon to...
YSU’s Cliffe College, Dana School of Music, McDonough Museum of Art for April, May | The Metro Monthly Calendar covers greater Youngstown-Warren, Columbiana and western Pennsylvania.

YSU’s Cliffe College, Dana School of Music for April, May

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YSU’s Cliffe College, Dana School of Music, McDonough Museum of Art for April, May | The Metro Monthly Calendar covers greater Youngstown-Warren, Columbiana and...
Caroline Collins to address Youngstown Press Club April 21. The former WFMJ-TV news personality, who is now an evening news anchor and content creator at KRIV-TV Fox 26 in Houston, will discuss the changing media landscape at the annual meeting and dinner of the Youngstown Press Club.

Caroline Collins to address Youngstown Press Club April 21

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https://youtu.be/vjEy5InyqcM?si=ht0FjhrAfPnNQEC2 Former WFMJ-TV news personality Caroline Collins, who is now an evening news anchor and content creator at KRIV-TV Fox 26 in Houston, will discuss...
VA to honor Girard serviceman during Vietnam War Veterans Day

VA to honor Girard serviceman at Vietnam War Veterans Day

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The VA Northeast Ohio Healthcare System will honor Girard native and Medal of Honor recipient Pfc. Kenneth J. David during its National Vietnam War...
MVHS seeks nominees for Historic Preservation Awards. The annual program recognizes outstanding revitalization projects and people who have made an impact on preservation in the local community. Digital submissions must be received by Friday, April 25.

MVHS seeks nominees for Historic Preservation Awards

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Mahoning Valley Historical Society is currently seeking nominees for its Historic Preservation Awards. The annual program recognizes outstanding revitalization projects and people who have made...
Youngstown Press Club seeks applications for $4,000 scholarships

Youngstown Press Club seeks applications for $4,000 scholarships

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The Youngstown Press Club is seeking applications for $4,000 scholarships it will award this year. The application deadline is April 1. The awards will go to...
Computer tech education classes for April/May | Programs at area libraries cover computer education, technology and the internet. Many include skills needed for the workplace. Classes are free, but registration is required.

Computer tech education classes for April/May 2025

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Computer tech education classes for April/May 2025 | Programs at area libraries cover computer education, technology and the internet. Many include skills needed for...

MetroParks recreation, nature programs for April

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MetroParks recreation, nature programs for April | Programs include children’s and family activities, hikes and nature walks. Bird walks Birding the Sanctuary. Mill Creek Wildlife Sanctuary,...

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