Wednesday, February 5th, 2025

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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 5th of February.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ McDonald's in Mahoning Valley will donate 15% of sales on February 6 to support the family of a five-year-old boy killed in a Youngstown fire, covering funeral and medical expenses. WFMJ
- ➤ YSU launched ServiceFest, an event for students to support the community, celebrating Martin Luther King Jr.'s commitment to service, aiming to make it an annual tradition. WFMJ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A fire engulfed a vacant apartment in Youngstown's Northside, with no injuries reported and an investigation underway to determine the cause. WFMJ
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ An 83-year-old man pleaded guilty to bank robbery and was placed in a Veterans Court program that could dismiss his charge upon completion. WKBN
- ➤ A man was arrested and charged for menacing after allegedly threatening another man with a BB gun over a dispute at a Youngstown gas station. WFMJ
- ➤ Retired Trumbull County Judge W. Wyatt McKay has been assigned to oversee Youngstown's lawsuit against developer Dominic Marchionda and former finance director David Bozanich, seeking to recover $834,608 lost in a corruption scheme. WYTV
- ➤ Mark Parker, previously convicted of kidnapping and rape, will face trial on February 18 for attempting to kidnap a woman in Youngstown and faces separate charges including three counts of rape and kidnapping in Boardman. WFMJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Premier Bank donated $7,500 to Potential Development, a Youngstown school with over 300 students, to support various fundraising events and classroom operations. WFMJ
WELLNESS NEWS
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Sweetheart Sockhop at Westside Bowl
The Sweetheart Sockhop features an evening of dancing with DJ Marco, a basket raffle, flower sales, a best-dressed contest, and various sales including vintage clothing and pet treats.
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Nu Metal Night Featuring The Undone
Experience an evening of classic Nu Metal hits with DJs Seth and Markle at Westside Bowl.
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JA Inspire Event for Youth Career Exploration
JA Inspire of Eastern Ohio is a comprehensive career event designed to connect high school students with local businesses and educational programs, featuring interactive exhibits and educational seminars.
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Westside Bowl Comedy Show by Youngstown Comedy Syndicate
The event features a lineup of comedians including Will Hopkins, Eric Lewis, Tim Wolfe, Josh Winters, and Shane Herman at the Westside Bowl.
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Warren Epilepsy Support Group Meeting
This event offers individuals in the Warren/Youngstown, Ohio area a chance to connect with others who understand epilepsy, share management strategies, and foster friendships.
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Tropidelic Concert
Catch Tropidelic performing live at Westside Bowl, offering an engaging night of music in Youngstown.
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Second Annual PAWZ Fest for Dog Rescue
The 2nd annual PAWZ Fest at Westside Bowl features various performers to raise funds for All About the Pawz Dog Rescue.
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