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Youngstown
Tuesday, April 15th, 2025
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 15th of April.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Garrett Craig, 32, pleaded guilty in February to leading police on a chase and was sentenced Friday to 30 months in prison in Mahoning County Common Pleas Court—police later found cocaine and crack pipes in his car during the chase. WYTV
- ➤ The appeals court denied Campbell man John Morgan's motion to reopen his appeal of a February 2024 conviction for the July 31, 2022 shooting death of Daniel Peek—ruling there was no evidence of ineffective counsel and noting ample witness testimony supported his 18-years-to-life sentence. WKBN
- ➤ Larese Allen, 31 (who already went to federal prison for a bomb threat), fired a gun in an East Side apartment during a fight and pleaded guilty on Wednesday, receiving a sentence of 7 to 9 years in state prison with no injuries reported. WYTV
- ➤ Robert C. Powell, 24, of Westend, N.C., was arraigned Friday at Campbell Municipal Court on aggravated vehicular homicide and other charges tied to a fatal crash on U.S. Route 422 in Coitsville Township—he remains in Mahoning County jail on a $127,500 bond and is scheduled for a second hearing at 11 a.m. April 17. Tribune Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Canfield Fair Board President Dave Mannion announced on WFMJ Today that Brad Paisley—replacing Lady A—will headline Sunday's concert on August 31 and Lynyrd Skynyrd will headline Monday's show on September 1 at the fair. Tickets will go on presale via Ticketmaster on April 17 from 10 a.m. to 10 p.m. WFMJ
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ At a board meeting on Thursday, the Trumbull Career & Technical Center approved a five-year contract for Treasurer Cody Holecko and accepted the retirement resignations of Robert Olesky and Cynthia Goff, effective June 1 and July 1. The board also hired new instructors and staff — renewed contracts for supervisors, approved a pharmacy technician program director, and set dates for summer programs, field trips, and ceremonies. The Vindicator
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Spring has arrived and locals in Youngstown may spot baby animals in the wild; officials advise not to chase them because the stress can hurt the animal—if a baby is injured or in a dangerous spot, contact a licensed wildlife rehabilitator. WKBN
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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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Canfield Spring Super Swap Meet
8 a.m.-5 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds — $7 single day or $10 weekend pass — A lively indoor/outdoor swap meet featuring diverse vendors and collectibles.
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Stavich Bike Trail Smart-guided Cycle Tour
10 a.m.-1 p.m. — Stavich Bicycle Trailhead — Cost varies — Explore a historical cycling route along the Ohio/Pennsylvania border at your own pace.
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Cinco on Phelps
1-7 p.m. — Phelps Street Gateway Public Space — Free entry — Celebrate Cinco de Mayo with live music, food, and arts and crafts.
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2025 GC-360 Leadership Summit
12 PM — Stambaugh Stadium — $45 early bird, $70 regular — Engage in a day of leadership training and development for high school athletes.
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Choose Joy Benefit Softball Tournament
5 PM – 6 PM — McCune Park — Email for details — Celebrate fastpitch travel softball at this community-driven tournament.
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