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Mahoning County Public Health announces flu shot clinics

Mahoning County Public Health announces flu shot clinics

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Mahoning County Public Health will hold flu shot clinics at various locations in Mahoning County from Oct. 18 through Nov. 2. The 2023 schedule includes: Struthers Mauthe Park, 156 Smithfield St., Struthers 44471. 1-4 p.m., Wednesday, Oct. 18. Poland Township Administration Building, 3339...
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Mahoning County Public Health announces flu shot clinics

Mahoning County Public Health announces flu shot clinics

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Mahoning County Public Health will hold flu shot clinics at various locations in Mahoning County from Oct. 18 through Nov. 2. The 2023 schedule includes: ...
Division of Liquor Control kicks off online-only permit renewals

Division of Liquor Control kicks off online-only permit renewals

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Starting this fall, the Division of Liquor Control will only accept liquor permit renewal applications online. The web-based renewal portal opens today. It initially launched during...
Youngstown City Health District to distribute Covid-19 home test kits

Youngstown City Health District to distribute Covid-19 home test kits

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Youngstown City Health District will distribute free Covid-19 home test kits Wednesday, Dec. 22 and Wednesday, Dec. 29 at the Eugenia Atkinson Recreation Center, 903 Otis...
Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom to host vaccination clinic Dec. 14

Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom to host vaccination clinic Dec. 14

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The Youngstown City Health District will host a COVID-19 and flu vaccination clinic 8:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m., Tuesday, Dec. 14 at Congregation Ohev Beth Sholom...
Cleveland Clinic study finds blood pressure spike during pandemic

Cleveland Clinic study finds blood pressure spike during pandemic

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A study analyzing over 450,000 people from all 50 states and the District of Columbia, found significant increases in blood pressure readings during the...
Mahoning County Public Health to offer COVID vaccinations Thursday

Mahoning County Public Health to offer COVID vaccinations Thursday

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Mahoning County Public Health will offer COVID vaccinations Thursday, Sept. 16 at 50 Westchester Drive in Austintown. The Johnson & Johnson vaccine will be available...
Meijer encourages early seasonal flu shots, despite ‘vaccine fatigue’

Meijer encourages early seasonal flu shots, despite ‘vaccine fatigue’

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Despite many people experiencing vaccine fatigue due to the COVID-19 global pandemic, Meijer pharmacists are urging patients to get their flu shots as flu...
East Library has temporarily closed after a COVID-19-related staff shortage.

East Library temporarily closes due to COVID-related staff shortage

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East Library temporarily closes due to COVID-related staff shortage. The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County said the branch will be deep cleaned...
The Columbiana County Health District is now taking third dose appointments for eligible immunocompromised individuals, 18 years of age or older, who have completed their primary Moderna series.

Columbiana County Health District scheduling third-dose vaccines

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The Columbiana County Health District is scheduling third-dose vaccines for eligible immunocompromised individuals, 18 years of age or older, who have completed their primary...
Ohio Humanities SHARP grants provide emergency relief for Ohio nonprofits with a humanities mission that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic crisis.

Sustaining the Humanities grants program now open

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Applications for the first round of Sustaining the Humanities through the American Rescue Plan grants program are now open. Ohio Humanities SHARP grants provide emergency...
Navigating the new takeout alcohol law

Navigating the new takeout alcohol law

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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...
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 Dash 5K on Friday, Aug. 20, followed by the Tour de Donut on Saturday, Aug. 21. (New Wilmington Live)

Tour de Donut returns Aug. 21 with 5K dash, cycling challenges

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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...
Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced today that a new Ohio Department of Health order will exempt fully vaccinated staff in nursing homes and assisted living facilities from routine testing. Staff members who are not fully vaccinated will be required to be tested twice a week.Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine announced today that a new Ohio Department of Health order will exempt fully vaccinated staff in nursing homes and assisted living facilities from routine testing. Staff members who are not fully vaccinated will be required to be tested twice a week.

Ohio to exempt fully vaccinated nursing home staff from routine testing

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Long-term care/nursing facility testing order...
Mahoning County to receive Moderna COVID-19 vaccine next week | The county health agency is anticipating approximately 600 doses. (Mahoning County Public Health)

COVID-19 Vaccine Program offers on-site clinics to businesses 

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Ohio’s COVID-19 Vaccine Program now allows vaccine providers to support employer or organization vaccine programs. This includes partnering with businesses or organizations, including nonprofits, to...
DeWine announces effort to assist veteran-serving organizations

DeWine provides COVID-19 updates for Ohio

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Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jon Husted provided the following updates on Ohio's response to the COVID-19 pandemic. Quarantine health order – DeWine announced...
Mill Creek MetroParks announces winter road closures

MetroParks to begin phased reopening of programs, facilities

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Mill Creek MetroParks is announcing the phased re-opening of programs, events, and facility rentals. All outdoor based recreation facilities, education programs, recreation leagues, and/or events...
Youngstown City Health District pauses Johnson & Johnson clinics

Health District pauses Johnson & Johnson clinics

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Health District pauses Johnson & Johnson clinics | The district is responding to a statement by the FDA and the CDC. Youngstown City Health District...
COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship

Community Foundation reopens grant opportunities fo 2021

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The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is reopening several internal grant cycles for 2021, with applications being accepted on the foundation’s new online...
Public Health taking appointments for mass vaccination clinic

Public Health taking appointments for mass vaccination clinic 

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Public Health taking appointments for regional mass vaccination clinic | The clinic is located at the former Dillard’s Department Store at the Southern Park...
Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center

Public Library meets challenges of COVID era, adapts services

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Libraries have faced the challenge of reinventing themselves over the decades, as trends and technologies have changed. But in 2020, Mahoning County’s libraries saw one of...
Tax refunds are some of the largest single deposits for many families.

How to safely deposit your tax refund into your bank account

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Preparing to file your taxes? Here’s how to safely deposit your tax refund into your account. Filing your taxes can feel overwhelming, especially during a...
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Warren Philharmonic Orchestra cancels April 11 concert

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Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, the board and staff of the Warren Philharmonic Orchestra have canceled their April 11 performance, “Quixotic Journeys!” “We are...

University Theatre to present ‘An Evening of Virtual Dance’ March 25-27

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University Theatre opens its first show of spring semester with “Now You See Us…An Evening of Virtual Dance.” The virtual performance takes place 7:30 p.m.,...
Pre-registration opens for Phase 1D, Phase 2B vaccines

Pre-registration opens for Phase 1D, Phase 2B vaccines – Public Health

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Mahoning County Public Health and other providers are beginning to pre-register for Phase 1D and Phase 2B COVID-19 vaccinations. All previous phases are also...
COVID-19: news, community resources, health information for Youngstown, Ohio.

Youngstown among 15 mass-vaccination clinics set for Ohio

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• The regional mass vaccination clinics, which will begin opening in the coming weeks as supply becomes available, will operate until they are no...
Picture of medical doctors. Registration opens for Phase 1C, Phase 2 vaccines .

Registration opens for Phase 1C, Phase 2 vaccines

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Mahoning County Public Health and other providers are beginning to schedule for Phase 1C and Phase 2 COVID-19 vaccinations. Registration opens on Friday, March...
MVHS’ ‘Cookie Table and Cocktails’ to go virtual Feb. 27

MVHS’ ‘Cookie Table and Cocktails’ to go virtual Feb. 27

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Mahoning Valley Historical Society will host its ninth annual Cookie Table and Cocktails at Home fundraising event online via its website and social media...
McDonough to mark Black History with virtual art, documentary

McDonough to mark Black History with virtual art, documentary

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McDonough to mark Black History with virtual art, documentary | Youngstown State University’s McDonough Museum of Art will feature a series of virtual exhibitions...
DeWine outlines Phase 1B vaccine distribution timeline

Gov. Mike DeWine, first lady receive COVID-19 vaccinations

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    Metro Monthly is a local news and events magazine based in Youngstown, Ohio. Stay connected with news, features and essential Valley events. We circulate...
McDonough Honors Recital Series resumes virtually Jan. 30

McDonough Honors Recital Series resumes virtually Jan. 30

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McDonough Honors Recital Series resumes virtually Jan. 30 | Six winning students will be featured in a high-definition video recording of their performance at...
Social-service outreach specialist added to Public Library

Library adds social-service outreach specialist to staff

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Library adds social-service outreach specialist to staff | Jim Young holds a master’s degree in social work from Youngstown State University and a bachelor’s degree in...
Catholic Charities seeks donations for heating assistance

Catholic Charities seeks donations for heating assistance

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Catholic Charities seeks donations for heating assistance | The “Warm Hearts for Warm Homes” campaign occurs in conjunction with “Poverty Awareness Month.” Catholic Charities of the...
Can private employers require vaccinations for COVID-19?

Can private employers require vaccinations for COVID-19?

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Can private employers require vaccinations for COVID-19? | Recent Equal Employment Opportunity Commission (EEOC) guidance says yes, employers can require their employees to receive...
Pilot project expands broadband to southern Ohio communities

Pilot project expands broadband to southern Ohio communities

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Pilot project expands broadband to southern Ohio communities | “The great news about this project is it’s not only serving the school and the...
DeWine outlines Phase 1B vaccine distribution timeline

DeWine outlines Phase 1B vaccine distribution timeline

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DeWine outlines Phase 1B vaccine distribution timeline | The process to vaccinate those in each county will vary depending on the provider. COLUMBUS – Ohio...
COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship

COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship

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COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship | The Community Foundation of the Mahoning Valley is partnering with HFLA of Northeast Ohio in the...
Three Youngstown City Council members will host the first in a series of listening sessions for residents and neighborhood groups to discuss priorities for the city’s $82.7 million allocation in the American Rescue Plan.

Youngstown firefighters, EMS to receive COVID-19 vaccinations

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Youngstown firefighters, EMS to receive COVID-19 vaccinations | The Youngstown City Health District will administer the vaccines. Youngstown firefighters and emergency medical service workers will...
Ohio launches tracking dashboard for COVID-19 vaccines

Ohio launches tracking dashboard for COVID-19 vaccines

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Ohio launches tracking dashboard for COVID-19 vaccines | The dashboard will list the number of people vaccinated in Ohio and will be sortable by...
Columbiana County confirms 5 COVID-19-related deaths

Columbiana County confirms 5 COVID-19-related deaths

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Columbiana County confirms 5 COVID-19-related deaths in weekly update | The fatalities bring the county’s total to 116 COVID-19-related deaths. The Columbiana County Health District...
MetroParks extends cancellations, closures into April 2021

MetroParks extends cancellations, closures into April 2021

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MetroParks extends cancellations, closures into April 2021 | In the event a registration fee or rental fee was paid, a full refund will be...
Choffin seeks donations for annual ‘Mitten Tree’ drive

Choffin seeks donations for annual ‘Mitten Tree’ drive

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Choffin seeks donations for annual ‘Mitten Tree’ drive | Donations benefit Mahoning County Children Services. Choffin Career and Technical Center's Early Childhood Education scholars are...
Columbiana County expects 1,000 vaccine shipments by Christmas

Columbiana County expects 1,000 vaccine shipments by Christmas

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Columbiana County expects 1,000 vaccine doses by Christmas | The first shipment to arrive will most likely be the Moderna vaccine. Columbiana County is expecting...
Free COVID-19 tests at Grace Evangelistic Temple Church

Free COVID-19 tests Dec. 17 at Grace Evangelistic Temple Church

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Free COVID-19 tests Dec. 17 at Grace Evangelistic Temple Church in Youngstown | The pop-up testing site will be open from 9 a.m.-3 p.m. For more information...
Mahoning County to receive Moderna COVID-19 vaccine next week | The county health agency is anticipating approximately 600 doses. (Mahoning County Public Health)

Mahoning County to receive Moderna COVID-19 vaccine next week

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Mahoning County to receive Moderna COVID-19 vaccine next week | The county health agency is anticipating approximately 600 doses. Mahoning County Public Health is expected...
Dana to present ‘Strings Showcase’ at Butler Dec. 2

Dana to present ‘Strings Showcase’ Dec. 2

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Youngstown State University’s Dana School of Music will present “Strings Showcase” Dec. 2 as part of its “Music at Noon” concert series. The virtual...
Opera Western Reserve awarded $12,000 CARES grant

Opera Western Reserve awarded $12,000 CARES grant

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Opera Western Reserve awarded $12,000 CARES grant | Funds were made available to the Ohio Arts Council through Gov. Mike DeWine and state legislative...
Public Library, Children’s Hunger Alliance to distribute meals

Public Library, Children’s Hunger Alliance to distribute meals

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Public Library, Children’s Hunger Alliance to distribute meals | Ready-to-eat meals will be available for pickup for ages 18 and younger at the Newport and...
Le Jeane Academe offers free haircuts to Rescue Mission residents

Le Jeane Academe offers free haircuts to Rescue Mission residents

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Le Jeane Academe offers free haircuts to Rescue Mission residents | Three cosmetology students will cut hair under the supervision of Le Jeane Academe...
Virtual holiday concert to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank | The online Youtube event will include video of new, joint and archived performances.

Virtual holiday concert to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank

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Virtual holiday concert to benefit Second Harvest Food Bank | The online Youtube event will include video of new, joint and archived performances. The Stambaugh...
MVHS to explore medicinal roots of modern cocktails

MVHS to explore medicinal roots of modern cocktails

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MVHS to explore medicinal roots of modern cocktails | The virtual program is part of MVHS’ monthly “Bites and Bits of History” series. The Mahoning...
Professional Development Center sets TJX Home Goods training | Required sessions include safety training and professional forklift operations.

Professional Development Center sets TJX Home Goods training

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Professional Development Center sets TJX Home Goods training | Prospects will be required to attend two training sessions in safety training and professional forklift...
YMCA seeks support for ‘Giving Tuesday’

YMCA seeks support for ‘Giving Tuesday’

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YMCA seeks support for ‘Giving Tuesday’ | Due to an anonymous donation, gifts will be matched up to $6,000. An anonymous donor to the YMCA...
Youngstown places moratorium on water disconnections

Youngstown places moratorium on water disconnections

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Youngstown places moratorium on water disconnections through Jan. 4  | The Water Department will continue to monitor accounts from now through Jan. 4. Youngstown Mayor...
Veterans Affairs expands emergency military caregiver respite fund | The fund is expected to cover 75,000 hours of care for more than 3,000 veteran caregivers.

Veterans Affairs expands emergency military caregiver respite fund

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Veterans Affairs expands emergency military caregiver respite fund | The fund is expected to cover 75,000 hours of care for more than 3,000 veteran...
MVHS cancels public events, but virtual holiday programs continue | Rapidly rising public health concerns regarding COVID-19 in Ohio and the Mahoning Valley prompted the decision.

MVHS cancels public events, but virtual holiday programs continue

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MVHS cancels public events, but virtual holiday programs continue | Rapidly rising public health concerns regarding COVID-19 in Ohio and the Mahoning Valley prompted the...
Free COVID-19 tests Nov. 19 at Rising Star Baptist Church | Pop-up tests will occur from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at the Youngstown church.

Free COVID-19 tests Nov. 19 at Rising Star Baptist Church

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Free COVID tests scheduled at Rising Star Baptist Church | Free pop-up COVID tests will occur from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. on Thursday, Nov. 19...
Penn State webinar to offer instruction on charcuterie boards | Participants are encouraged to create along with the webinar.

Penn State webinar to offer instruction on charcuterie boards

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Penn State webinar to offer instruction on charcuterie boards | Participants are encouraged to create along with the webinar. Penn State Extension will offer a...
Ohio to impose 21-day curfew beginning Nov. 19 | It will not apply to traveling to or from work, emergencies or those needing medical care.

Ohio to impose 21-day curfew beginning Nov. 19

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Ohio to impose 21-day curfew beginning Nov. 19 | The curfew will not apply to traveling to or from work, emergencies or those needing...
Lit Youngstown virtual reading to features 3 area natives | The program occurs 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 15 on Lit Youngstown’s YouTube channel.

Lit Youngstown virtual reading to features 3 area natives

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Lit Youngstown virtual reading to features 3 area natives | The program occurs 7 p.m., Sunday, Nov. 15 on Lit Youngstown’s YouTube channel. Lit Youngstown will...
Library to forgive fines, but patrons must return materials | The initiative will give patrons a chance to clear their accounts. 

Library to forgive fines, but patrons must return materials

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Library to forgive fines, but patrons must return materials | The initiative will give patrons a chance to clear their accounts.  The Library will help its customers...
Saxophonist to perform virtually in Honors Recital Series | Noah Landry will feature music by Fernande Decruck, André Waignein and Paul Creston.

Saxophonist to perform virtually in Honors Recital Series

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Saxophonist to perform virtually in Honors Recital Series | The program will feature music by Fernande Decruck, André Waignein and Paul Creston. Saxophonist Noah Landry...
Dana Composition Studio to premiere original student work | The premieres will occur on the McDonough and Cliffe College YouTube channels.

Dana Composition Studio to premiere original student work

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Dana Composition Studio to premiere original student work | The world premieres will occur on the on the McDonough Museum of Art  and Cliffe...
Revised Ohio health order adds restrictions to group gatherings | In order to minimize the spread of COVID-19, wedding receptions, funeral repasts and other group events are subject to restrictions.

Revised Ohio health order adds restrictions to group gatherings

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Revised Ohio health order adds restrictions to group gatherings | In order to minimize the spread of COVID-19, wedding receptions, funeral repasts and other...
Mask-enforcement order for Ohio retail locations | Everyone 10 years-old or older must wear a facial covering when in a retail store.

Mask-enforcement order for retail locations takes effect Nov. 16

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Mask-enforcement order for Ohio retail locations takes effect Nov. 16 | This order restates that everyone 10 years-old or older must wear a facial...
DeWine announces new mask, physical-distancing orders | Ohio is currently facing a record number of coronavirus-related hospitalizations and intensive care admissions.

DeWine announces new mask, physical-distancing orders

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DeWine announces new mask, physical-distancing orders | Ohio is currently facing a record number of coronavirus-related hospitalizations and intensive care admissions. COLUMBUS — In a statewide...
Rescue Mission to serve residents Thanksgiving meals | Social distancing will be implemented with seating.

Rescue Mission to serve residents Thanksgiving meals

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Rescue Mission to serve residents Thanksgiving meals | Social distancing will be implemented with seating. The Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley will serve free...
Valley foundations extend joint grant proposal deadline

Valley foundations extend joint grant proposal deadline

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Valley foundations extend joint grant proposal deadline | The final deadline is Friday, Nov. 20. Applicants are encouraged to submit requests as soon as possible. Three...
Dominion offers payment plans, winter heating assistance

Dominion offers payment plans, winter heating assistance

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Dominion offers payment plans, winter heating assistance | Dominion Energy Ohio is offering customers facing financial hardship more flexible payment options on past-due balances...
Penn State offers webinar on vegetarian meal planning

Penn State to offer webinar on vegetarian meal planning

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Penn State to offer webinar on vegetarian meal planning | Registered dietitians will show how to prepare easy plant-based meals. Tips for eating healthy plant-based...
Exercising your right to vote in person on Election Day | It is important to be prepared when you vote and to know what your rights are at the polling place.

Exercising your right to vote in person on Election Day

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Exercising your right to vote in person on Election Day | It is important to be prepared when you vote and to know what...
Virtual Fall Lupus Summit to feature expert panel, Q&A. Patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals can explore lupus-related topics.

Virtual Fall Lupus Summit to feature expert panel, Q&A

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Virtual Fall Lupus Summit to feature expert panel, Q&A | The summit gives patients, caregivers and healthcare professionals the opportunity to explore a variety...
Dana Chorale’s 2020 Busan Choral Festival performance – virtually

Dana Chorale’s 2020 Busan Choral Festival performance – virtually

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Dana Chorale’s 2020 Busan Choral Festival performance – virtually | The prerecorded concert premiered on the Busan Choral YouTube channel on Oct. 24. The Dana...
‘Surface’ on display at Solomon Gallery through Oct. 30 | The exhibit is visible only through the glass doors of the gallery.

‘Surface’ on display at Solomon Gallery through Oct. 30

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‘Surface’ on display at Solomon Gallery through Oct. 30 | The exhibit is visible only through the glass doors of the gallery. Youngstown State University’s...
Mahoning County Public Health sets flu shots for Oct. 29, Nov. 7

Mahoning County Public Health sets flu shots for Oct. 29, Nov. 7

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Mahoning County Public Health sets flu shots for Oct. 29, Nov. 7 | Call 330-270-2855, ext. 125 prior to clinic date. All clinics are...
Austintown to host Fall Senior Citizen Drive-Thru Dinner | The dinner is $2 and advance reservations are required.

Austintown to host Fall Senior Citizen Drive-Thru Dinner

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Austintown to host Fall Senior Citizen Drive-Thru Dinner | The dinner is $2 and advance reservations are required. Austintown Schools will host a Fall Senior...
Pop-Up COVID testing scheduled Oct. 22 in Youngstown | The free event occurs Oct. 22 at the Spanish Evangelical Church in Youngstown.

Pop-Up COVID testing scheduled Oct. 22 in Youngstown

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Pop-Up COVID testing scheduled Oct. 22 in Youngstown | The free event will occur from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. at Spanish Evangelical Church. The Ohio Department...
Stambaugh Auditorium to live stream election panel discussions | The event will feature candidates and political experts.

Stambaugh Auditorium to live stream election panel discussions

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Stambaugh Auditorium to live stream election panel discussions | The event will feature a discussion with candidates and political experts on the key issues...
MVHS announces in-person, online holiday programming | Due to the cancellation of  “Memories of Christmas Past,” MVHS has scheduled alternative events.

MVHS announces in-person, online holiday programming

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MVHS announces in-person, online holiday programming | Due to the cancellation of  “Memories of Christmas Past,” MVHS has scheduled alternative events. The Mahoning Valley Historical...
Teen author Justina Ireland to appear in virtual program | The best-selling author will discuss her novels and answer questions.

Teen author Justina Ireland to appear in virtual program

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Teen author Justina Ireland to appear in virtual program | The best-selling author will discuss her novels and answer questions. The Public Library of Youngstown...
Mahoning County to offer flu shots at Stambaugh Auditorium | Participants must have an appointment. No walk-in visits will be permitted.

Mahoning County to offer flu shots at Stambaugh Auditorium

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Mahoning County to offer flu shots at Stambaugh Auditorium | Participants must have an appointment. No walk-in visits will be permitted. Mahoning County Public Health...
Junior Achievement sets virtual college, career, trades event | The conference is a partnership between Junior Achievement and the Trumbull and Mahoning County Educational Service Centers.

Junior Achievement sets virtual college, career, trades event

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Junior Achievement sets virtual college, career, trades event | The conference is a partnership between Junior Achievement and the Trumbull and Mahoning County Educational Service...
Ohio Public Health elevates Mahoning County to Risk Level 3/Red 

Ohio Public Health elevates Mahoning County to Risk Level 3/Red 

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Mahoning County Public Health was alerted Thursday afternoon that Mahoning County has increased from Risk Level 2/Orange to Risk Level 3/Red in the Ohio...
‘Good Grief in the COVID Era’ set for Penn State Shenango | The virtual talk will discuss grief and loss, and the importance of caring for one’s mental health.

‘Good Grief in the COVID Era’ set for Penn State Shenango

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‘Good Grief in the COVID Era’ set for Penn State Shenango | The virtual talk will discuss grief and loss, and the importance of...

Oct. 7: Library to celebrate Reuben McMillan’s 200th birthday

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The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will celebrate the 200th birthday of Reuben McMillan with a live-streamed Facebook event at 1:30 p.m....

Stambaugh Auditorium introduces The Digital Concert Hall app

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Stambaugh Auditorium is announcing the release of The Digital Concert Hall, an app that allows virtual access to its performances. The app is free to...

Oct. 12: Youngstown Press Club, YSU to host debate with 13th District candidates

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Three candidates vying to represent the 13th Congressional District will debate on Monday, Oct. 12 in an election event co-hosted by the Youngstown Press...
Can private employers require vaccinations for COVID-19?

Law column: Employment protections and the ADA during COVID-19

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​​​​During the COVID-19 pandemic, it’s important to remember your rights under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Ohio law. Rest assured that you...

Trumbull Art Gallery seeks artists for holiday marketplace, Nov. 14-Jan. 9

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Trumbull Art Gallery is seeking local artists for its holiday marketplace, which occurs from Nov. 14 to Jan. 9 at its gallery in downtown Warren. “Trees...

Sept. 26: Dana Alumni Recital Series to feature trio in virtual concert

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The Dana Alumni Recital Series will feature the trio of Rosie Bresson, Dan Mihelarakis and Jesse DeLorenzo 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 26 on the...
League of Women Voters seeks Half Fame nominations 

League of Women Voters releases information guide for general election

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The League of Women Voters of Greater Youngstown is announcing the release of its Voter Information Guide for the 2020 general election. The guide –...

Oct. 4-10: Nonviolence Week includes rally, Zoom programs, spoken word

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The 10th annual Nonviolence Parade and Rally occurs 3 p.m., Sunday, Oct. 4 in downtown Youngstown. The event kicks off Nonviolence Week in Ohio,...

Oct. 3: Dana Alumni Concert Series to feature pianist Sean Baran

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The Dana Alumni Recital Series will feature pianist Sean Baran in a virtual performance 7 p.m., Saturday, Oct. 3 on the Cliffe College and McDonough...
Three Youngstown City Council members will host the first in a series of listening sessions for residents and neighborhood groups to discuss priorities for the city’s $82.7 million allocation in the American Rescue Plan.

Youngstown to offer COVID-19 tests, flu shots from Sept. 24-Nov. 19

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The Youngstown City Health District, Ohio National Guard, and Mahoning Valley churches will host free drive-through COVID-19 testing at various churches in the city....
Ohio’s minimum wage is scheduled to increase on Jan. 1 to $9.30 per hour for non-tipped employees and $4.65 per hour for tipped employees. The minimum wage will apply to employees of businesses with annual gross receipts of more than $342,000 per year.

Non-partisan drive-through voter registration event set for Sept. 19

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A drive-through voter registration event is set for 10 a.m.-2 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 19 in the parking lot of the Academy of Urban Scholars,...

Ohio’s Victory Gardens campaign adds Mahoning County

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Editor’s note: Seed-distribution locations are listed in this link, but Mahoning County information was not included at press time. REYNOLDSBURG – A tremendous response to...

Sept. 12: Dana Alumni Recital Series to premiere with virtual performances

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The Dana Alumni Recital Series, in collaboration with the McDonough Museum of Art, premieres 7 p.m., Saturday, Sept. 12 on the Cliffe College and...
Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center

Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center opens Sept. 9 in Campbell

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Literacy Workforce and Cultural Center – The Campbell branch of the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County will open to the public at...
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Where to find food pantries in Columbiana, Mahoning, Trumbull counties

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Editor’s note: The following information was provided by Second Harvest Food Bank. Second Harvest Food Bank distributes food to member agencies in Columbiana, Mahoning and...
YMCA seeks support for ‘Giving Tuesday’

YMCA summer camp brings healthful activities to East Side youth

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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...

Ohio Suicide Prevention launches back-to-school awareness campaign

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The Ohio Suicide Prevention Foundation launched its back-to-school campaign to raise awareness around the anxiety, depression and thoughts of suicide that students, school staff,...
Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts will host several information sessions for both prospective and already admitted students for fall semester 2021.(Metro Monthly file photo)

University Theatre to launch 2020-21 season with virtual performances

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Youngstown State University’s Department of Theatre and Dance opens its 2020-21 season on Friday, Sept. 25 with the Tennessee Williams classic, “The Glass Menagerie.” This...

Family and medical leave in the era of COVID-19: rights and responsibilities

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The Family and Medical Leave Act of 1993 (FMLA) provides time off from your work if you or a member of your family has...

Ohio simplifies document processing with online notarizations

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Online notarization became legal in Ohio in September of 2019. The ability to manage a document online simplifies the entire process if you need...

CARES Act, foreclosures and evictions – what you need to know

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Update, Aug. 17, 2020: The federal moratorium on foreclosures and evictions established under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief and Economic Security Act (“CARES Act”) have...
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Warren Philharmonic Orchestra postpones Oct. 4 concert

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Due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the board and staff of the Warren Philharmonic Orchestra have postponed the Oct. 4 performance of “A Firebird’s Magic!”...

‘American Pickers’ returning to Ohio this October in search of collectibles

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“American Pickers” will return to Ohio in October to film new episodes of the hit cable-television program. The programs will air on History, but...

Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County cancels 2020 ‘Ghost Walk’

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The Fine Arts Council of Trumbull County is announcing the cancellation of its 2020 “Ghost Walk” due to concerns over the COVID-19 pandemic. “With the...

United Way seeks volunteers to pack, deliver food on Saturday, Aug. 15

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The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley is seeking volunteers to pack and deliver food during its Satur-Day of Caring on Saturday,...
Mill Creek MetroParks announces winter road closures

Mill Creek MetroParks extends cancellations, closures into 2021

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Mill Creek MetroParks is extending the cancellations of all previously scheduled programs, tours, events, lectures and indoor facility rentals until the January 2021 board...
Deadline to register to vote in the 2022 Ohio Primary Election: Monday, April 4. Voting/elections The 2022 Ohio Primary Election is Tuesday, May 3.

Election Day 2020: voter information, key deadlines, voting by mail

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Voting/elections The 2020 presidential election is Tuesday, Nov. 3, 2020. You may cast your ballot in your precinct at your designated polling place between 6:30...

Beatitude House seeks school supplies for children, young adults

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With a new school year quickly approaching, the disadvantaged children and young adults served by Beatitude House are in need of supplies. A collection...

Arms Family Museum set to reopen on Aug. 7

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The Mahoning Valley Historical Society is announcing that Arms Family Museum, 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown, is set to reopen on Friday, Aug. 7. This is...
Sandys Gourmet recalls canned, cottage food products

Ohio Department of Agriculture warns public to not plant unsolicited seeds

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The Ohio Department of Agriculture has been notified that several Ohio residents have received unsolicited packages in the mail containing seeds that appear to...

Library to reopen 8 more locations Aug. 3; system ratifies 2 contracts

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At a virtual special meeting today, the Board of Trustees, Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County (PLYMC), heard a report from Executive Director Aimee Fifarek that most libraries...
Ohio Humanities SHARP grants provide emergency relief for Ohio nonprofits with a humanities mission that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic crisis.

Additional CARES Act funding available for Ohio cultural nonprofits

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Ohio Humanities is announcing the availability of additional OH CARES funding to help cultural nonprofit organizations affected by COVID-19 health crisis. According to Ohio Humanities...
Austintown to host Fall Senior Citizen Drive-Thru Dinner | The dinner is $2 and advance reservations are required.

Austintown Local School District’s summer food program kicks off July 6

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The Austintown Local School District will again sponsor its Summer Food Service Program for Children. The program begins on Monday, July 6 and continues...

Sutliff Museum launches ‘Faces of Freedom’ video series on YouTube

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The Sutliff Museum has launched “Faces of Freedom,” a new digital series on YouTube that looks at figures in the abolitionist movement. The first video, which was released...

YWCA’s virtual Y-Girls STEAM Ahead camp set for July 27-Aug. 7

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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...
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2020 Minor League Baseball season shelved; Scrappers season canceled

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Major League Baseball has informed Minor League Baseball that it will not be providing its affiliated Minor League teams with players for the 2020...

Tourism Bureau: Columbiana Wine Festival, Christmas display to proceed

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The Columbiana Area Tourism Bureau is announcing that the Columbiana Wine Festival 2020 and 2020 Joy of Christmas Light Show will proceed as scheduled,...
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Warren Philharmonic announces 2020-2021 season campaign

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The Warren Philharmonic Orchestra’s 55th season subscription is now under way. The 2020-2021 season will feature two concerts, Sunday, Oct. 4, 2020 and April 11,...
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June 27: Virtual program to cover shopping in 1950s downtown Warren

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The Trumbull County Historical Society will revisit 1950s shopping in downtown Warren during a virtual history program at 1 p.m. on Saturday, June 27.  “Shopping in the...
The Public Library will open its Family Engagement Area 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Main Library.

Library offers ‘Imagine Your Story’ virtual summer series June 1-July 3

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YOUNGSTOWN, May 30 – Summer Discovery at the Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County will be a virtual experience running from June 1...

June 3: Public Library to launch curbside pickup of materials

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The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County will begin curbside pickup for physical materials at four library locations beginning June 3, as the...
YSU Foundation announces appointment of 4 new trustees

YSU announces $1.4 million Emergency COVID-19 Scholarship

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YOUNGSTOWN, May 18 – The Youngstown State University Foundation announced that the YSU Foundation Board of Trustees has voted to approve an additional $1.4...
Voter registration drive set for Sept. 17 at Jewish Community Center

Ohio confirms 8 COVID-19 cases at Veterans Home in Sandusky

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COLUMBUS, May 16 – The Ohio Department of Veterans Services has confirmed that eight residents at the Ohio Veterans Home in Sandusky have tested...

Library working to initiate curbside pick-up service; launch date not set

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YOUNGSTOWN, May 15 – The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County is preparing to offer a curbside pick-up service to get materials into the hands of...
DeWine announces effort to assist veteran-serving organizations

Responsible RestartOhio opening dates for services, state offices

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COLUMBUS, May 14 – Ohio Governor Mike DeWine, Lt. Governor Jon Husted, and Dr. Amy Acton, MD, MPH, today provided the following sector opening...
COVID-19 emergency loans seek to stem hardship

Community Foundation revises grant processes in response to COVID-19

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YOUNGSTOWN, May 6 – In light of the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, the Community Foundation and its three affiliated foundations have made changes to their...

Social-media campaign encourages tourism within Trumbull County

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Warren, May 7 – The Trumbull County Tourism Bureau has launched a social media campaign that invites area residents to encourage visitation to Trumbull...

May 7: Wind Ensemble to perform year-end concert via Facebook Live

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Youngstown, May 5 – The Youngstown State University Dana School of Music Wind Ensemble, directed by Dr. Stephen L. Gage, will host a year-end...
Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts will host several information sessions for both incoming and already admitted students for fall semester 2021. Find local news and features for Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley region. Includes feature articles, news briefs, and special sections.

YSU students, faculty create virtual performance of alma mater

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Youngstown, April 29 – Three Dana School of Music groups have announced the completion of a virtual performance of Youngstown State University’s alma mater. The...
DeWine announces effort to assist veteran-serving organizations

Ohio joins international task force investigating COVID-19 scams

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COLUMBUS, May 5 – The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Securities announced today it has joined an international enforcement task force organized by...

Compete for a $25 gift certificate in our local landmarks scavenger hunt

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To mark National Historic Preservation Month in May, we’ve put together a virtual scavenger hunt featuring 12 local landmarks. How many can you name?...

Trumbull Regional Medical Center to resume elective procedures, surgeries

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Warren, May 4 — Trumbull Regional Medical Center, a Steward Family hospital, announced it will resume offering elective health care procedures previously delayed by...

Safely deposit stimulus check to protect yourself from fraud

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With COVID-19 putting a financial strain on American families and businesses, the distribution of stimulus checks was a sign of relief for many but...
YSU is seeking artist applications for its 23nd annual Summer Festival of the Arts, which is scheduled for July 17 and 18 at its new location at Wean Park/Huntington Community Alley in downtown Youngstown.(Image courtesy of YSU)

Youngstown State cancels Summer Festival of the Arts due to COVID-19

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Youngstown, April 23 – Youngstown State University’s 22nd annual Summer Festival of the Arts, originally scheduled for July 11 and 12, has been canceled...

Trumbull County Probate receives grant for remote-access hearings

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WARREN, April 22 – Trumbull County Probate Court has received a Remote Technology Grant from the Supreme Court of Ohio. Judge James A. Fredericka...

Vox video explains how face masks perform against coronavirus

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=P27HRClMf2U In this video, Vox explains how face masks perform against the coronavirus (Vox)
Ohio Humanities SHARP grants provide emergency relief for Ohio nonprofits with a humanities mission that have been affected by the COVID-19 pandemic and the resulting economic crisis.

Ohio Humanities to provide cultural organizations $750,000 in emergency support

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COLUMBUS, April 21 – Ohio Humanities will be providing $750,000 in emergency relief grants for historical societies, museums, and other state cultural organizations affected...
Mahoning County to receive Moderna COVID-19 vaccine next week | The county health agency is anticipating approximately 600 doses. (Mahoning County Public Health)

Mahoning County reports 552 confirmed COVID-19 cases, 45 deaths

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YOUNGSTOWN, April 17 – As of April 17, Mahoning County Public Health is reporting 552 total confirmed COVID-19 cases in Mahoning County, resulting in 45...
ODOT is announcing road projects, route changes and possible traffic delays to accommodate construction in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties. (Canstock)

ODOT traffic advisories for Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana counties

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COLUMBUS, April 13 – The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is issuing the following traffic advisories for Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana counties. Columbiana County U.S. 30 roadway...
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metro30 podcast 020 – ‘Sean Posey – Spanish Flu Pandemic of 1918’

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Welcome to metro30, Metro Monthly’s ongoing conversation with the community. Join us as we deep dive into local history and community culture with an...

When the Spanish Flu hung like a black cloud over the Mahoning Valley

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Theaters, cafes, bars and churches closed. A deserted downtown Youngstown with hardly a soul on the street. An order for citizens to stay cloistered...
St. Joseph to build new campus near Kent State Trumbull

Mercy Health, National Guard collaborate on field hospital at Covelli

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YOUNGSTOWN, April 6 – As health care systems continue to evolve in response to the COVID-19 pandemic, Mercy Health has worked collaboratively with the...
Austintown to host Fall Senior Citizen Drive-Thru Dinner | The dinner is $2 and advance reservations are required.

April 6: Austintown Schools to distribute student meal packages

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AUSTINTOWN, April 5 – Austintown Schools Food Services Department will distribute student meals from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Monday, April 6 at Austintown Elementary...

April 6: Youngstown City Schools, United Way to distribute student meals

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YOUNGSTOWN, April 5 – The City of Youngstown and the United Way of Youngstown & Mahoning Valley will help distribute meals for students in...

Trumbull County Historical Society to offer school lessons, speakers online

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WARREN, April 4 – In response to the COVID-19 crisis, the Trumbull County Historical Society has launched a series of online programs for schoolchildren...
Mahoning County to receive Moderna COVID-19 vaccine next week | The county health agency is anticipating approximately 600 doses. (Mahoning County Public Health)

Mahoning County reports 11 deaths, 193 confirmed COVID-19 cases

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YOUNGSTOWN, April 3 – As of April 2, Mahoning County Public Health is reporting 193 confirmed COVID-19 cases in Mahoning County, resulting in 11 deaths...

April 3: Jewish Federations to host informational webinar on CARES Act

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The Coronavirus Aid Relief and Economic Security (CARES) Act includes more than $2 trillion to help individuals and businesses struggling amid the COVID-19 pandemic....

First Federal/Home Savings commit $100,000 to COVID-19 fight

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DEFIANCE and YOUNGSTOWN, April 2 – First Federal Bank and Home Savings Bank are making a $100,000 commitment from the Charitable Foundation to help...
Three Youngstown City Council members will host the first in a series of listening sessions for residents and neighborhood groups to discuss priorities for the city’s $82.7 million allocation in the American Rescue Plan.

DeWine dispatches National Guard to Youngstown, Mahoning Valley

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YOUNGSTOWN, April 2 – Ohio Gov. Mike DeWine has dispatched National Guard units across the state to assist in the fight against COVID19. The...

Foundations streamline COVID-19 relief requests with joint application

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Three Mahoning Valley foundations have jointly created the COVID-19 Crisis Relief Application to simplify the grant request process for nonprofits addressing impacts of the...
Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts will host several information sessions for both prospective and already admitted students for fall semester 2021.(Metro Monthly file photo)

YSU’s Cliffe College launches virtual arts series featuring music, art

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 31 – Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts and Communication has launched a new virtual arts series featuring a variety...
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Where to find food pantries in Columbiana, Mahoning, Trumbull counties

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Editor’s note: The following information was provided by Second Harvest Food Bank. Second Harvest Food Bank distributes food to member agencies in Columbiana, Mahoning and...

Golf courses exempt from state closure order, but restrictions apply

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AUSTINTOWN, March 30 – As Ohio’s stay-at-home order is currently written, golf courses are exempt as open recreational areas and not subject to closure.  While...
Austintown to host Fall Senior Citizen Drive-Thru Dinner | The dinner is $2 and advance reservations are required.

Austintown Schools Food Services to distribute student meals on Mondays

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AUSTINTOWN, March 30 – Austintown Schools Food Services Department will distribute student meals from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. on Mondays at Austintown Elementary School while...
St. Joseph to build new campus near Kent State Trumbull

Mercy Health introduces COVID-19 virtual assistant, risk-assessment tool

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 25 – As COVID-19 circumstances continue to evolve, the volume of questions, concerns, and clinical needs is growing rapidly, and providing patients...
McDonough Museum of Art Fall 2022 exhibits/programs

McDonough Museum to share YSU student work in online exhibition

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The John J. McDonough Museum of Art will share student work online daily during its “Student Art Association Virtual Exhibition” (SAAVE). The work was...
ODOT is announcing road projects, route changes and possible traffic delays to accommodate construction in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana counties. (Canstock)

ODOT issues traffic advisories for Mahoning, Trumbull, Columbiana counties

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Mahoning County • State Route 711 and Interstate I-680 in the City of Youngstown (until further notice) – The ramp from state Route 711 southbound to...
Delphi buildings stand as reminders of Packard’s presence in Warren

Trumbull County Historical Society plans to offer programming online

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In response to the coronavirus and the mandated state-at-home order, the Trumbull County Historical Society is planning offer programming in an Internet-based format. “This week...

March 30: Youngstown City Schools, volunteers to distribute student meals

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 27 – The City of Youngstown and the United Way of Youngstown & Mahoning Valley will help distribute meals for students in...
Monday 27 Basic Computers. Large Meeting Room, Austintown Library, 600 S. Raccoon Road 44515. 330-744-8636. www.libraryvisit.org. Learn very basic computer skills. Covers use of a mouse, computer terms and simple internet use. 10-11 a.m.

Steward launches telehealth for online patient medical care

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March 26 – Steward Health Care today announced the implementation of telehealth visits, including the use of Microsoft Teams and FaceTime appointments with Steward...

Alzheimer’s Association: Coronavirus presents unique challenges for care

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While the COVID-19 pandemic threatens the health of millions in this country and around the world, the novel coronavirus presents unique challenges for more...
YMCA seeks support for ‘Giving Tuesday’

Davis Family YMCA offering childcare support to essential-services workers

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 25 – In response to the need for childcare support among essential-services workers, the Davis Family YMCA is now taking registrations for children ages...

Homeland Security defines essential critical infrastructure workers

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March 19 – The following list of sectors and identified essential critical infrastructure workers are an initial recommended set and are intended to be...

ValleyTough.org portrays community’s resilience amid COVID-19 pandemic

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 25 – ValleyTough.org, a website launched this week, provides glimpses into how Mahoning Valley leaders are “hanging tough” amid the COVID-19 crisis. “Despite...

March 25: Rep. Tim Ryan to host coronavirus ‘Telephone Townhall’

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 24 – U.S. Rep. Tim Ryan, D-13th, will host a “Telephone Townhall” 6:20 p.m., Wednesday, March 25. Ryan will take calls from...

Cleveland Whiskey, Cleveland Clinic collaborate on hand sanitizer

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CLEVELAND, March 24 – Cleveland Clinic and Cleveland Whiskey are collaborating to formulate, blend and bottle hand sanitizer for the health system. A sufficient...

Mahoning County Public Health: 23 positive COVID-19 cases in county

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 24 – Mahoning County Public Health is reporting 23 positive COVID-19 cases in Mahoning County and the City of Youngstown. Situational Update: There are...

Youngstown requiring trash in curbside carts; schedules unchanged

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 23 – Due to COVID-19 (the coronavirus), the City of Youngstown is requesting that all trash be placed in curbside carts for disposal. Effective Monday,...
Groundbreaking ‘Youngstown 2010’ marks 10th anniversary

Valley foundations, United Ways coordinate coronavirus response

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 23 – In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) crisis, local foundations and United Ways are working collectively to support Mahoning Valley nonprofits and...

Stay connected with our online guide to local media – print, television, radio

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Although it’s always necessary to stay connected and informed, it's especially important now. In response, we’ve created a directory of local, regional and Ohio...
Mercy Health opens third flu clinic at Wick Primary Care

Mercy Health opens third flu clinic at Wick Primary Care

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Mercy Health opens third flu clinic at Wick Primary Care – Mercy Health Youngstown is announcing the opening of a third flu clinic for...

Frequently asked questions about coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19)

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CLEVELAND, March 20 – The following information was provided by Cleveland Clinic. Following guidelines from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), this document has...

Cleveland Clinic offers free COVID-19 online screening tool

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CLEVELAND, March 19 – Cleveland Clinic has launched a free coronavirus (COVID-19) online screening tool. Individuals answer a series of questions, based on symptoms...
DeWine announces effort to assist veteran-serving organizations

Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost warns of coronavirus scams

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COLUMBUS, March 19 – Fear and uncertainty surrounding the coronavirus pandemic could give rise to an outbreak of scams, Ohio Attorney General Dave Yost...

Youngstown Business Incubator releases COVID-19 resource guide

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YOUNGSTOWN, March 18 – The Youngstown Business Incubator has compiled a list of COVID-19 resources for businesses and the general community. The links seek...

Video: Cleveland Clinic provides update on preparation, testing, and precautions related to coronavirus

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https://www.youtube.com/watch?time_continue=17&v=SqtgrruFrDA&feature=emb_logo COVID-19 Press Briefing - March 12, 2020, Cleveland Clinic, Cleveland, Ohio Cleveland Clinic Leaders: President and CEO Tomislav Mihaljevic, MD; Steven Gordon, MD, Chair of...

University Hospitals, Cleveland Clinic providing drive-through COVID-19 testing

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CLEVELAND, March 14 – Cleveland Clinic and University Hospitals (UH) have partnered to provide drive-through COVID-19 testing for patients with a doctor’s order from...
Deadline to register to vote in the 2022 Ohio Primary Election: Monday, April 4. Voting/elections The 2022 Ohio Primary Election is Tuesday, May 3.

Remaining early voting dates, times for Ohio presidential primary

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Editor’s note: This is an update to an earlier voter guide. With the impact of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the Ohio presidential primary election falling...
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Mill Creek MetroParks announces cancellations, closures through April 5

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Mill Creek MetroParks is announcing that it has canceled all previously scheduled programs, events, lectures and facility rentals through at least April 5. In a...

Ohio bishops release faithful from church obligation through March 29

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Today’s statement from the Diocese of Youngstown releases parishioners from their Sunday church obligation through March 29. Sections in bold are intended for emphasis....
The Public Library will open its Family Engagement Area 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Main Library.

Public Library cancels programming, events from March 13 through April 3

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The Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County has canceled its programming and events from Friday, March 13, through Friday, April 3 in response...
The Public Library will open its Family Engagement Area 11 a.m., Monday, Aug. 16 with a ribbon-cutting ceremony at Main Library.

Library, Mahoning County Public Health set programs on coronavirus

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The Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County will offer three programs this month featuring Mahoning County Public Health representatives who will provide information...
Youngstown State University’s Cliffe College of Creative Arts will host several information sessions for both prospective and already admitted students for fall semester 2021.(Metro Monthly file photo)

Canceled – March 20-21: Roger Gregg to present ‘From the River of Ghosts’ at...

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Youngstown State University’s Department of Communication, in collaboration with the Department of Theatre and Dance, will stage “From the River of Ghosts,” written and...
Deadline to register to vote in the 2022 Ohio Primary Election: Monday, April 4. Voting/elections The 2022 Ohio Primary Election is Tuesday, May 3.

How to vote early or by mail in the Ohio presidential primary election

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Editor’s note: This is an update to an earlier voter guide from February. With the uncertainty of COVID-19 (coronavirus) and the Ohio presidential primary...

Cancellations/updates: Upcoming major events for the Mahoning Valley

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MARCH Spiritual Journey: Lawrence Brownlee. Edward W. Powers Auditorium, 260 W. Federal St., Youngstown 44503. 330-744-0264. Youngstown native and internationally renowned tenor Lawrence Brownlee joins the...

Update: Organizers cancel 2nd annual Veritas Film Festival

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Veritas Arts, Inc., is canceling its Veritas Film Festival, which was slated to run April 23-30. Filmmaker submissions will still be reviewed. Official selections...

March 12: YWCA to host International Women’s Day celebration

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Tickets are on sale for YWCA Mahoning Valley’s fourth annual International Women’s Day celebration. It occurs 5:30 p.m., Thursday, March 12 at the YWCA,...

March 4: Dana Symphony Orchestra, Trombone Ensemble at Stambaugh

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The Dana School of Music is announcing a concert by the YSU Trombone Ensemble and the YSU Dana Symphony Orchestra 7:30 p.m., Wednesday, March...
Stambaugh Auditorium, DeYor enter into management agreement

Grocers Association reschedules Ursuline fundraiser to May 29

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In response to recent public health advisories, the Youngstown Area Grocers Association has rescheduled its 15th annual Beer and Wine Tasting. The annual fundraiser has...

‘Slice of the Valley Pizza Challenge’ returns to Metroplex March 1

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The sixth annual Slice of the Valley Pizza Challenge will return from 4 to 7 p.m., Sunday, March 1 at the Metroplex Expo Center...

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Media directory lists Mahoning Valley newspapers, radio, TV | Stay connected with links to local, regional and state news.

Metro Monthly originally published its directory of local, regional and state media during the COVID-19 pandemic. We’ve updated our listings to reflect changes in the local media market. Additions include The Catholic Echo (Diocese of Youngstown), Champion Times, News on the Green (Brookfield, Masury, Yankee Lake), Youngstown Radio Reading Service and weekday, weekend radio programming for the Mahoning Valley. We encourage your suggestions for any additions. If you see any omissions, let us know.

Ohio News Media
Ohio News Network
Statehouse News Bureau

Local/Regional Newspapers
Akron Beacon Journal
Alliance Review
Ashtabula Star Beacon
Business Journal
The Catholic Echo
Champion Times
Cincinnati Enquirer
Cleveland Plain Dealer
Cleveland Scene
Columbus Dispatch
Crain’s Cleveland Business
Daily Legal News
Dayton Daily News
East Liverpool Review
Elyria – The Chronicle
The Jambar
Kent – The Kent Stater
Lisbon Morning Journal
Mahoning Matters
Metro Monthly
News on the Green
The Review Newspapers
Salem Farm and Dairy
Steubenville Herald-Star
Toledo Blade
Tribune Chronicle
Trumbull County Legal News
The Vindicator

Local/Regional Television
Youngstown WFMJ (Channel 21) NBC
Youngstown WKBN (Channel 27) CBS
Youngstown WYTV (Channel 33) ABC
Youngstown WYFX/Fox Youngstown Fox
Youngstown WBCB (The Valley’s CW) CW Network

Akron/Kent/Youngstown (WNEO/WEAO) PBS

Cincinnati WCPO (WCPO 9)
Cincinnati WKRC (Local12)
Cincinnati WLWT (WLWT5)
Cincinnati WXIX (Fox19)

Cleveland WJW (Fox8)
Cleveland WEWS (News5)
Cleveland WKYC (WKYC-TV)
Cleveland WOIO (19 News)

Columbus WSYX (ABC6)
Columbus WBNS (10TV)
Columbus WCMH (NBC4)
Columbus WTTE (Fox 28)

Dayton WDTN (2News)
Dayton WHIO (WHIOTV7)
Dayton WKEF (Dayton247now)
Dayton WRGT (Dayton247now)

Steubenville: WTOV9

Toledo WNWO (24 News)
Toledo WTOL (WTOL11)
Toledo WTVG (12abc)

Local/Regional Radio: AM Stations
WKBN (570) Youngstown. News, talk.
WRQX (600) Salem. Country.
WPIC (790) Youngstown. News, talk, sports
WKTX (830) Cortland. Religious.
KDKA (1020) Pittsburgh. News, talk.
WTAM (1100) Cleveland. News, talk, sports.
WKST (1200) New Castle. News, talk.
WBBW (1240) Youngstown. Sports.
WGFT (1330) Campbell. Urban contemporary.
WNIO (1390) Youngstown. Sports.
WYCL (1540) Niles. Talk.
WHTX (1570) Warren. Sports.

Local/Regional Radio: FM Stations
WZIP (88.1) Akron. College.
WRCT (88.3) Pittsburgh. College.
WYSU (88.5) Youngstown. Classical.
WBJV (88.9) Steubenville. Religious.
WQED (89.3) Pittsburgh. Classical.
WCSB (89.3) Cleveland. Public radio.
WILB (89.5) Boardman. Catholic.
WKSU (89.7) Kent. Public radio.
WVMN (90.1) New Castle. Religious.
WARC (90.3) Meadville. College.
WCPN (90.3) Cleveland. Jazz.
WESA (90.5) Pittsburgh. Public radio.
WKTL (90.7) Struthers. Ethnic, alternative.
WRUW (91.1) Cleveland. Public radio.
WRMU (91.1) Alliance. Jazz.
WSAJ (91.1) Grove City. College.
WAPS (91.3) Akron. Public radio.
WYEP (91.3) Pittsburgh. Alternative.
WYTN (91.7) Youngstown. Religious.
WPTS (92.1) Pittsburgh. College.
WDJQ (92.5) Alliance. Top 40.
WNCD (93.3) Youngstown. Classic rock.
KDKA (93.7) Pittsburgh. Sports.
WGFT (94.7) Girard. Urban contemporary.
WONE (97.5) Akron. Classic rock.
WNCX (98.5) Cleveland. Classic rock.
WMXY (98.9) Youngstown. Adult contemporary.
WGAR (99.5) Cleveland. Country.
WSHH (99.7) Pittsburgh. Music variety.
WMMS (100.7) Cleveland. Rock.
WHOT (101.1) Youngstown. Top 40.
WYLR (101.9) Hubbard. Christian.
W272EI (102.3) Youngstown. Hip Hop.
WDVE (102.5) Pittsburgh. Rock.
WYFM (102.9) Sharon. Classic rock.
WPGB (104.7) Pittsburgh. Country.
WQXK (105.1) Salem. Country.
WMJI (105.7) Cleveland. Oldies.
WXDX (105.9) Pittsburgh. Alternative.
WBBG (106.1) Niles. Country.
WENZ (107.9) Cleveland. Hip Hop.

Internet-only

  • Rookery Radio Student-run, online-radio station from Youngstown State University. Music, sports, talk and news.
  • Golden String Radio Rock, jazz, oldies, standards, podcasts and community information.
  • Youngstown Radio Reading Service Private, nonprofit station broadcasting featuring local newspapers, magazines, news and best-selling books.

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