Fish fries around the Valley throughout Lent

Fish fries around the Valley throughout Lent

Here are some locations offering fish throughout the season.

March 28th, 8:46 AM EDT by Sarah Robles, Selena Frankos, Billy-Jack Colon & Zach Mosca
Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and Batman star with an intense approach, dies at 65

Val Kilmer, 'Top Gun' and Batman star with an intense approach, dies at 65

Val Kilmer has died at age 65.

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Restaurant chain Hooters goes bust and files for bankruptcy protection

Restaurant chain Hooters goes bust and files for bankruptcy protection

Hooters, the U.S.-based restaurant chain known for chicken wings and skimpy wait-staff outfits, has filed for bankruptcy protection.

April 1st, 3:43 AM EDT
Youngstown Parks & Rec offers free kids summer camp

Youngstown Parks & Rec offers free kids summer camp

The Youngstown Parks & Recreation Department will offer a free summer camp for children aged 5-13 at Wick Park.

March 31st, 9:40 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Cleveland Metroparks seeks public help naming k-9 puppies

Cleveland Metroparks seeks public help naming k-9 puppies

The Cleveland Metroparks Police Department is calling on the public to help name its two newest recruits, male Belgian Malinois puppies.

March 31st, 8:13 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Monday the final day for Sharon's Donna's Diner

Monday the final day for Sharon's Donna's Diner

Donna's Diner, known for its award-winning burgers and hand-scooped milkshakes, will close on Monday.

March 31st, 7:10 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Richard Chamberlain, TV actor who starred in 'Dr. Kildare,' dies at 90

Richard Chamberlain, TV actor who starred in 'Dr. Kildare,' dies at 90

Richard Chamberlain, the handsome hero of the 1960s television series “Dr. Kildare” who found a second career as “king of the miniseries,” has died at age 90.

March 30th, 10:02 AM EDT
Boardman Rock Orchestra to perform ‘Project Mayhem’ Friday night

Boardman Rock Orchestra to perform ‘Project Mayhem’ Friday night

The "Project Mayhem" performance, which began in 2006, has sold out the 1,650-seat venue for the past four years, according to the release.

March 28th, 5:26 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Restaurant for lovers of loaded spuds coming to Eastwood Mall

Restaurant for lovers of loaded spuds coming to Eastwood Mall

The restaurant offers customizable loaded potatoes with various toppings, signature creations, desserts, drinks and entrees.

March 24th, 6:26 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Abstract painting exhibition by artist Chuck Olson opens at the Butler

Abstract painting exhibition by artist Chuck Olson opens at the Butler

Dr. Louis Zona, the Butler's executive director, said Olson's work "presents abstraction in an entirely new light," blending elements of European expressionism and the New York School.

March 23rd, 8:00 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Scrappers plan 'Major League' mohawk bobblehead giveaway June 28

Scrappers plan 'Major League' mohawk bobblehead giveaway June 28

If you’re a fan of the movie “Major League” and its “Wild Thing” pitcher Rick Vaughn, you might want to be at Eastwood Field later this spring.

March 21st, 8:45 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Dairy Queen holds annual 'Free Cone Day' on Thursday

Dairy Queen holds annual 'Free Cone Day' on Thursday

Dairy Queen will offer a free small vanilla cone on Thursday, March 20.

March 20th, 6:25 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Steel Valley Brew Works Queen of Hearts winner to collect $150,000

Steel Valley Brew Works Queen of Hearts winner to collect $150,000

The Queen of Hearts jackpot drawing at a Southern Park Mall tavern resulted in a split prize Wednesday night as the winning ticket holder was not present to claim the full amount.

March 20th, 5:11 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Lisbon Chamber seeks input on Appleseed Festival via online survey

Lisbon Chamber seeks input on Appleseed Festival via online survey

The survey asks participants which events from previous festivals they would like to see return, and which events, if any, they believe should be eliminated.

March 19th, 6:04 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Elm Road Triple Drive-In to open for 2025 season

Elm Road Triple Drive-In to open for 2025 season

The Elm Road Triple Drive-In Theatre will open its 2025 season April 4-5, kicking off a year of celebrations leading up to its 75th anniversary.

March 18th, 7:46 AM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Magazine puts Hermitage among top ten retirement destinations in northeast

Magazine puts Hermitage among top ten retirement destinations in northeast

Travel & Leisure magazine is including Hermitage on a list of best places to retire in the Northeast, citing lower taxes and affordable housing.

March 12th, 12:44 PM EDT by Mike Gauntner
Work to add bathrooms, thermal pond continues this winter at Shenango Lake

Work to add bathrooms, thermal pond continues this winter at Shenango Lake

Despite the frozen surface and snow-covered landscape, crews at Shenango River Lake arepreparing to welcome visitors for the upcoming spring and summer recreational season.

March 7th, 8:20 AM EST
Youngstown's First Friday to highlight youth arts

Youngstown's First Friday to highlight youth arts

Downtown Youngstown's First Friday celebration will kick off Friday, March 7 with a focus on young performers and artists.

March 7th, 6:13 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Friends of the Mahoning River announce return of Riverfest

Friends of the Mahoning River announce return of Riverfest

The free, family-friendly event will feature vendors and exhibits from local businesses, artisans and environmental organizations.

March 4th, 6:17 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Scrappers announce second annual egg hunt

Scrappers announce second annual egg hunt

The Mahoning Valley Scrappers will host the second annual Egg Hunt at Eastwood Field on Tuesday, April 15.

March 4th, 6:03 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Ohio Lottery limits advance Mega Millions ticket sales ahead of game change

Ohio Lottery limits advance Mega Millions ticket sales ahead of game change

The Ohio Lottery is limiting advance play purchases for Mega Millions tickets as it prepares for the game's relaunch on April 5.

March 3rd, 6:29 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
After 12 years in business, Lisbon's Shale Tavern & Grille closing

After 12 years in business, Lisbon's Shale Tavern & Grille closing

Shale Tavern & Grille, a restaurant known for its large portions and homestyle atmosphere, will close its doors on Sunday, March 2, after 12 years of operation.

February 27th, 9:01 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Warren Community Amphitheater undergoing construction, summer concerts still happening

Warren Community Amphitheater undergoing construction, summer concerts still happening

One of the biggest events for the venue is the “River Rock at the Amp” concerts. Organizers for the event announced they will still have their shows this summer.

February 19th, 5:58 PM EST by Jeena Cadigan
Boardman O'Charley's Restaurant and Bar to close

Boardman O'Charley's Restaurant and Bar to close

Fans of Boardman's O'Charley's Restaurant and Bar will have to travel to Niles to enjoy the chain's food and drinks.

February 14th, 9:23 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Sharon plans Sláinte St. Patrick's Day Parade and festivities

Sharon plans Sláinte St. Patrick's Day Parade and festivities

The 3rd Annual Sláinte Sharon St. Patrick's Day Parade is scheduled for Saturday, March 15th, 2025.

February 11th, 6:22 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Youngstown celebrates First Friday with art focus

Youngstown celebrates First Friday with art focus

The Butler Institute of American Art is offering an early weekend escape from the winter blues as it will be among several venues hosting the February First Fridays Youngstown event.

February 7th, 6:03 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Folk music icon Bob Dylan returns to Youngstown this spring

Folk music icon Bob Dylan returns to Youngstown this spring

Dylan is the topic of the current biopic “A Complete Unknown”, with Timothee Chalamet in the staring role.

February 4th, 5:19 AM EST by Mike Gauntner
Struthers football players create special video to boost kindergartener's joy

Struthers football players create special video to boost kindergartener's joy

Pascarella knew some shoutouts from the big kids would do much more than put a smile on Ty's face. "I put the idea out there and many kids wanted to get involved," Pascarella said. "They wanted to offer Ty some uplifting encouragement."

January 31st, 8:34 PM EST by Erin Simonek
Hunting & Fishing Super Show returns to Canfield Expo Center this weekend

Hunting & Fishing Super Show returns to Canfield Expo Center this weekend

Event hours will be noon until 7 p.m. January 31, 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. February 1 and 10 a.m. until 5 p.m. February 2.

January 31st, 5:20 AM EST by Zach Mosca
VIDEO: Take a virtual ride on Cedar Point's newest coaster, Siren's Curse

VIDEO: Take a virtual ride on Cedar Point's newest coaster, Siren's Curse

Cedar Point is offering a look at what riders will experience on what will be its newest roller coaster.

January 31st, 5:09 AM EST by Mike Gauntner

Gov. DeWine signs bill eliminating speed cameras in counties and townships

Parents beg South Range to keep open-enrolled IEP students in district

Reminder: Drivers required to update license to REAL ID by May in order to fly

Buggy drivers in Mercer County’s Amish country report robbery, attempted robbery

Part of I-76 West reopens in Portage County following commercial vehicle crash

SLIDESHOW: Golf course vandalized at Trumbull Country Club

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

Man severely burned in New Castle apartment fire

2024: The year in retail closures

Decades of Dedication: Wendy's employee retires at 84

New laws coming to schools in the new year

Akron man rescued from chimney after attempted break-in

Akron man rescued from chimney after attempted break-in

Police in the Dominican Republic say FBI joins search for US student who vanished on spring break

3 victims of Pennsylvania plane crash were taken to a burn unit for treatment, hospital says

Michigan mom seeks 'respect' for her 3 missing boys, asks a judge to declare them dead

Ohio Senate passes marijuana bill to overhaul 2023 law

Hiker rescues pup from abandoned coal pit after frigid weeklong search in Pennsylvania