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Belle of the Barrel invites friends to try its new venue as a local spot for dining and socializing.

Announced on Aug. 29, more details on opening times and offerings will be shared soon.

A local photographer opened a new studio on Aug.

29 in downtown Youngstown — a bright space designed for art displays and workshops. He shared his passion during the launch and will host creative sessions in the coming weeks.

Local leaders and residents broke ground on a new playground today in a Youngstown neighborhood (details pending) as part of a community project to create a safe space for children and families.

Photographer Megan Flynn celebrated her grand opening for Flynn Studios on Saturday at 9 W.

Liberty St in Girard. The new space offers a rental studio for local photographers plus hosts portrait sessions and creative events.

Youngstown State basketball fans were invited to shoot hoops and take photos with the Penguins at Eastwood Mall in Niles on Saturday from 12 p.m. to 2 p.m. A free-throw contest also offered gift certificates from Dick’s Sporting Goods for the winner.

Youth from across Ohio participated in a bass fishing competition for scholarships on Saturday at Mosquito Lake in Cortland, supported by the Trumbull County Tourism Bureau.

At Kuchta Farms in Newton Falls, a corn maze tribute to Dolly Parton will open on Sept.

5 and run five days a week until Halloween, featuring a picture, guitar and butterfly along with a QR code that guides visitors to stations with Parton facts in celebration of her legacy.

Cocca's Pizza offers its featured special today, drawing local pizza fans to try a unique menu item (check details before visiting).