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Thursday, May 8th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 8th of May.
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Roche Diagnostics Corporation filed a breach of contract lawsuit for $294,646.55 against Insight Foundation of Trumbull in federal court in the Northern District of Ohio. The lawsuit was filed last Friday—while bankruptcy issues have stalled payments and Insight has not yet replied. WYTV
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Liberty police are searching for 15-year-old Lashunay Miller, last seen wearing a maroon and black hoodie and tan bubble shoes — who uses the WRTA system and visits Niles and Warren — and they ask anyone with information to call Trumbull county dispatch at 330-675-2730. WFMJ
- ➤ Youngstown police cited Brooke Sakmar for driving under suspension, running a red light and holding an expired registration after a late Tuesday morning crash at Oakwood — North Hazelwood that sent a gray Chevrolet into a telephone pole and left 237 customers without power. WFMJ
- ➤ Police responded at 11:30 a.m. on Tuesday near the WRTA station at 340 W. Federal St. after witnesses reported that a cyclist stabbed a man, and the victim was seen walking on Commerce Street with a bleeding shoulder and missing bag—he was taken by ambulance while the cyclist was questioned and released pending further investigation. WKBN
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ The Trumbull County Board of Elections released incomplete, unofficial results from the May 6 primary that show vote counts for local council races and ballot measures—final tallies and endorsements are still pending. Tribune Chronicle
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Panera locations will donate $1 from each Chocolate Chipper cookie sold at 21 Covelli-operated stores from May 12 to May 18 to support a community outreach coordinator who provides school-based mental health resources for students impacted by traumatic events—this third annual campaign in partnership with Akron Children’s Hospital has already raised nearly $100,000 since 2022. WFMJ
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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The Right TurnClyde Experience Live
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No Refunds — Enjoy a night of classic hits with Pittsburgh's The Right TurnClyde Experience and Against The Wind.
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Mother's Day Buffet
11 a.m.-4 p.m. — Waypoint 4180 — Call for reservations — Celebrate Mother’s Day with an exclusive menu and great ambiance.
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STOMP
7:30 p.m. — Edward W Powers Auditorium — Ticket information available — Experience a dynamic performance where everyday objects become extraordinary instruments in a rhythmic celebration.
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Klokwerk E's Anubis Album Release Tour
8-9:30 p.m. — Westside Bowl — $20 ($25 DOS) — Celebrate the release of Anubis with live performances from multiple artists including Klokwerk E and more.
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Maple Mania Festival
11 AM – 4 PM — Trek Coffee House — Free entry — Enjoy a sweet day filled with maple-themed treats, local vendors, and maple syrup education.
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J. Newman Levy Speaker Series: Jewish Composers
5-7 p.m. — Youngstown State University — Free entry — Explore the contributions of Jewish composers in a captivating discussion led by a local expert.
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Mitch and Cindy’s Bluegrass Festival
1 PM - 10 PM — Trumbull County Fairgrounds — Various prices — Enjoy a three-day celebration of bluegrass music with bands from across the USA, camping, and food trucks for all ages.
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Riley Green Concert
7:00-8:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy a night with Rolling Stone-lauded country singer-songwriter Riley Green on his North American tour.
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Mix 98.9 Time Warp Prom
6-11 p.m. — Canfield Fairgrounds — Tickets required — Experience the Valley's biggest annual 80's & 90's themed costume party with dinner buffet and live music.
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