Good morning, Youngstown.

Pub 76 held a fundraiser (Apr.

23) to support victims of a house fire in Youngstown. Donations raised at the event helped provide essential relief for affected families.

Community members can join a tree planting at 10 a.m. Saturday at Packard Park near the children's area on Mahoning Ave (community event), the Vienna Historical Society hosts local author Paul Rohrbaugh Tuesday at 6 p.m. at the Copper Penny, and St. Rose Church holds a benefit bake sale Sunday in Girard.

Thrive Mahoning Valley’s Youngstown Farmer’s Market set up outside Wick Avenue Library on Thursday.

The new market, run in collaboration with local organizations, supports local farmers and improves food access (it operates the second and fourth Thursday of every month).

The Autism Society of the Mahoning Valley will receive a $100,000 grant from the Youngstown Foundation to support its growth as it opens a new downtown office at 241 W.

Federal St — the funding will help the nonprofit meet the needs of individuals with autism across all stages.

Albert Street was closed Thursday afternoon after a semitrailer hit a utility pole (causing downed lines) and the road between Star and State streets will remain closed until the pole is replaced.

Niles schools held a memorial tree planting at Niles McKinley High School Thursday morning to honor 16-year-old Chase Miller, who died of cancer last February.

Family, school board members and local partners planted a Japanese Kanzan cherry tree (a tribute meant to inspire scholarships recognizing character) to remember him.

Drivers near the Canfield Fairgrounds may see emergency vehicles & sirens today as YSU students participate in a mass casualty training exercise from 9 a.m. to 11 a.m. organized by the Bitonte College of Health and Human Services to practice emergency response.

The Girard school board cut several staff positions on April 23, 2026, impacting operations at local schools.

The decision was reached during a board meeting and may lead to further staffing adjustments.

The Girard Board of Education voted to cut one technology assistant and one assistant athletic director position effective June 30 to address financial challenges due to rising costs + reduced state funding + lower enrollment, according to Superintendent Bryan O’Hara.

Nick Blanch was named Poland’s new athletic director on Monday and is now preparing for Saturday’s Poland Invitational (the track event) while taking over from retiring Brian Banfield; he plans to boost community sports programs and work closely with school event organizers.

Senator Bernie Moreno said Thursday he is working with partners to bring a new hospital to Warren as Insight Hospital remains without a license, leaving the building vacant.

Local leaders stressed the need for a reopening to ensure residents receive proper healthcare.

Ohio Living Home Health (and Hospice's Dementia Live program in Austintown) uses simulation training to let caregivers and community members experience the challenges of dementia.

The hands-on program aims to boost empathy as demand for support grows in the Mahoning Valley.

Older adults in Youngstown can use a bucket list to reflect on past accomplishments and set small, meaningful goals for the future — experts say the approach boosts mental health and adds purpose to everyday life.

Mooney's softball team beat East today as local fans cheered a game that featured strong defense + teamwork from the players.

Designer Purse Bingo Spring 2026

5:30-9:00 p.m. — DiVieste's Banquet Centre — Ticket includes dinner and bingo — Win designer purses while supporting a great cause for local animals.

Deer Camp Musical

7:30 p.m. — Trumbull New Theatre — $20 for adults, $17 for students — Join four friends in a hilarious quest to bag a deer or face the end of their beloved hunting trips.

Donnie Iris & The Cruisers Concert

7-10:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an evening of classic rock with Donnie Iris and special guest drummers Joe Vitale and Joe Vitale Jr.

Free Concert with Michael W. Smith

1 PM — Newport Glen Apartments — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of uplifting music in a friendly community setting.