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Saturday, March 15th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 15th of March.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Phantom Fireworks is once again treating first responders in Mahoning and Trumbull Counties to free corned beef sandwiches on St. Patrick’s Day — a five-year tradition — with pick up available at Jeff Chrystal’s Catering on Belmont Avenue Monday, March 17th from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. WYTV
- ➤ Power outages impacted hundreds in neighborhoods near South Avenue and Indianola Road on Friday, with around 20 homes affected initially and more areas soon losing power—Ohio Edison crews responded and estimated restoration to occur between 3 p.m. and 4 p.m. WFMJ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A car nearly hit a house on Friday before 3 p.m. at Oakwood and N. Hazelwood avenues when two cars crashed—three people had minor injuries and went to a hospital as police investigate a possible red light violation. WYTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Newton Falls man, David Smith, was convicted on charges of attempted aggravated murder, aggravated robbery, felonious assault and aggravated burglary for a hammer attack on a woman on October 16, 2015—he was retried after a technicality led to his release on March 13. WFMJ
- ➤ Thirty-nine-year-old Shane McDevitt pleaded guilty to murdering his 65-year-old mother Cecilia Liposky (found dead on Mercer Road in Neshannock Township) and was sentenced to 50 years in prison. WFMJ
- ➤ A magistrate granted Youngstown’s request to close Vibez Event Center on the South Side after three homicides and multiple calls for loud music, fights, and drag racing occurred— a March 28 hearing will decide on a permanent closure. WYTV
- ➤ A Sharpsville man faces charges after he stole his mother's SUV and crashed it on Interstate 80 in Hubbard early Friday — Hermitage police said his 42-year-old son had been stabbed before he was driven off and that another man found nearby was taken to a Youngstown hospital. WFMJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Kevin O’Connell has been named the new Maplewood schools superintendent with a three-year contract worth $117,500 that starts Aug. 1 and ends July 31, 2028. He is leaving as McDonald schools superintendent and will submit his resignation next week—replacing retiring Perry Nicholas. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Trumbull County commissioners approved a $2 million transfer from the $14 million rainy day fund Friday to help pay for department budgets and avoid layoffs. They left over $11.5 million in reserve (a level that meets national standards) and plan to review the funding on Monday with further talks scheduled Tuesday. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Michael Newman, a talented trumpeter who works at Giant Eagle in Salem, was sworn in earlier this year as a board member for the Columbiana County Board of Developmental Disabilities—he now works to help others with disabilities. WYTV
WELLNESS NEWS
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2025 Ohio Junior High Girls and Freshman Wrestling State Championships
The Ohio Athletic Committee is hosting the 2025 Junior High, Girls, and Freshman Wrestling State Championships at the Covelli Centre in Youngstown.
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Joey Harkum Live Performance
7-9:30 p.m. | Westside Bowl | Ticketed event | Experience the live sounds of Joey Harkum in an intimate venue setting.
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35th Annual Mill Creek Distance Classic Half Marathon & 5-Mile
The Mill Creek Distance Classic features a half marathon and a 5-mile race, supporting local scholarships for young runners.
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Warren Epilepsy Support Group
6-8 p.m. — Dr. Holly Maggiano's Office — Free entry — Connect with others in the community to share experiences and strategies for managing epilepsy.
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Music Bingo Night
6-10 p.m. | Paladin Brewing | Cash prizes | Enjoy a lively game of Music Bingo with DJ Michael Chuirazzi playing snippets of your favorite songs.
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Ohio Vintage Fest
1-6 p.m. — Metroplex Expo Center — $5 — Explore over 50 vendors showcasing vintage clothing, home goods, vinyl records, and collectibles.
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RUN (330) 5K Race
10 AM – 12 PM — 755 Boardman-Canfield Rd — Registration Fee — Compete in a lively 5K road race in Youngstown, Ohio.
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Mustard Mountain Moving Company Live
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No Refunds — Enjoy a night of live music with Mustard Mountain Moving Company, Shortt Stories, and One Eye Daddys.
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7:30 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Tickets required — Experience the Tony-nominated musical '[title of show]' that delights with its infectious charm and unique storytelling.
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Marjorie Hartman Family Foundation Pet Clinic
10 AM – 2 PM — Youngstown State University — Free exams, low-cost vaccinations — Ensure your pets receive quality care with free wellness checks and affordable vaccines.
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