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Friday, April 4th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 4th of April.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Panera Bread will donate $1 for each tulip cookie sold at seven local locations to the Potential Development School for Students with Autism during a campaign running from April 7 to April 13 — customers can also add donations through the Operation Dough-Nation program. WFMJ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Ben Hoover from Franky's Pizza and Delicatessen in Warren finished fifth for his Sicilian Style Spicy Pepperoni pizza at the 2025 International Pizza Expo in Las Vegas, competing against 260 pizza makers from the U.S., Italy, Mexico, and Japan. He also placed 13th with his Countach sandwich — a breaded chicken cutlet with basil pesto, Prosciutto di Parma, fresh mozzarella, and roasted red peppers. WYTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A Boardman woman lost $14,971.50 in a bank card scam after a caller using the name Huntington Customer Service convinced her to share her PIN—she later learned her new card was sent to Detroit—and she now plans to pursue felony theft charges while working with Huntington Bank to secure her accounts. WYTV
- ➤ The Mahoning County Prosecutor’s Office now opposes the potential release of Barry Goodwin, 47, who shot Wesley Moore in May 1998, saying his over 100 disciplinary infractions—including recent acts of violence—make his freedom a public safety risk after 27 years of incarceration. The Vindicator
- ➤ Robert Elias, 43, was indicted on one F2 felony robbery charge after he reportedly tried to rob an employee at a U-Haul in Warren when the alarm was triggered—he will appear in court for his arraignment on April 9th at 1:30 p.m. WFMJ
- ➤ Police located a woman with Alzheimer’s who left her home on Colonial Drive on Wednesday—she is now safe, officials said. WYTV
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Educational Service Center of Eastern Ohio will host an education job fair on April 15 at 7320 N. Palmyra Rd., Canfield (behind the Mahoning County Career & Technical Center) from (9 a.m. to 11 a.m.). Representatives from 19 school districts and organizations will attend and job seekers should bring resumes and teaching portfolio materials. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mayor Doug Franklin will hold a press conference at noon today at Warren City Hall to explain the city's view on planned closings and layoffs at Insight Hospital & Medical Center Trumbull. The news conference follows a class-action lawsuit that claimed hundreds of hospital workers were laid off without the required 60-day notice, unpaid accrued vacation or continued health care benefits. WFMJ
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Hair Supply at Riser Tavern
7-11 p.m. — Riser Tavern & Grill — Enjoy great food and top-notch entertainment at this local favorite.
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We Need You to Survive: Youth Safety Workshop
10 AM – 2 PM — McGuffey Centre — Free brunch — Youth ages 8-18 can learn essential life skills from mental wellness to internet safety in a fun and supportive environment.
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Harlem Globetrotters Show
3-7 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Tickets available — Experience the thrills of basketball, comedy, and magic with the iconic Harlem Globetrotters.
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Kindermusik Class for Toddlers
Recurring Class — Apr 18 – Apr 24 — Valley Little Melodies — Cost info not specified — A fun, engaging music class that promotes creativity and cognitive development in toddlers.
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Tommy DeLuca LIVE
7-10 p.m. — Biker Brewhouse — Check out an entertaining evening of live music with musician and actor Tommy DeLuca.
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Farm Animal Baby Shower
10 a.m.-2 p.m. — Mill Creek MetroParks Farm — Free admission — Celebrate the arrival of farm babies with fun activities and a sheep shearing demonstration.
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Run Ytown 5 & 10-Miler
8-11 a.m. — Second Sole Youngstown — Registration fee required — Join the community for a morning of energetic running competitions at the annual Run Ytown event.
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Music Bingo Night
6-9 p.m. — Paladin Brewing — Free entry — Enjoy a lively evening of music and bingo while winning prizes with friends.
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