Good morning, Youngstown.

On May 16, local leaders in Glenwood held a meeting where residents shared ideas that shaped a new plan for neighborhood improvements.

The plan will guide future community projects — more details are expected soon.

Hubbard City Chaplains hosted a memorial service Saturday morning to honor peace officers who died or were injured while Mission BBQ in Boardman recognized active-duty servicemen with a colors presentation and free sandwiches for veterans.

The events celebrated community service.

Karen McCallum explained that the Baby Bargain Boutique event at Boardman Park will allow families to shop for children’s items soon.

Local organizers expect the community gathering to offer a fresh and welcoming shopping experience for kids and parents.

Second Harvest Food Bank held the Feed the Need .1-Mile Fun Run yesterday at Firestone Farms in Columbiana.

Runners registered by 10:45 a.m., with races for kids at 11 a.m. and adults at 11:30 a.m., followed by an awards ceremony at noon and family-friendly activities afterwards.

Ian Beniston, executive director of the Youngstown Neighborhood Development Corporation, discussed residents' feedback on the Glenwood Avenue project open house held earlier this week with reporter Leslie Huff.

Community members shared their ideas and concerns at the event.

Sydney Candle Company unveiled new scents yesterday to mark its 20th anniversary — the release features limited-edition fragrances aimed at engaging local customers.

Urban Tap will host its first Red Head Festival soon, where owner Matt MacGregor highlights a unique trait that sets the event apart from regular gatherings (a fresh local twist for the community).

The Valley Senior Choir (30 seniors from Trumbull and Mahoning counties) will open its spring season with a patriotic program at 7 p.m. Friday at McKinley Memorial Library in Niles.

Director David Lyons said the group finds joy in singing and sharing music in community venues.

Saint Rose Catholic School's Drama Club held a performance of 'Mary Poppins Jr.' on Saturday, May 16 at 6 p.m. and will show it again today at 3 p.m. (61 East Main Street in Girard); tickets cost $10 for adults and $5 for students at the door.

St. Rose Catholic School held its first-ever Police Appreciation Day on May 10 in Girard to honor local law enforcement.

Students (PreK-8) explored police cruisers, interacted with officers, and watched a police dog demonstration as the event set the stage for National Police Week.

Candywood Wine Cellar in Vienna is hosting the fifth annual Perennial Friends Get Together at 5 p.m. today, where every $40 dinner and raffle basket sold will fund the Suicide Awareness Bus, a moving memorial for those affected by suicide (supporting mental health awareness).

Rock Steady Boxing Boardman hosts a free 'A Walk in the Park' fundraiser for Parkinson’s disease today at the Route 224 Trailhead in Boardman, where residents can join a walk from 10:30 a.m. to 2 p.m. and enjoy food, basket raffles, and activities.

Free Concert with Michael W. Smith

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

Midday Cabaret Featuring Stan Miller

1-11:59 p.m. — Columbiana Arts Theater — $18 — Enjoy a soulful afternoon of smooth jazz and timeless classics with Stan Miller's enchanting performance.

Scrapper Fest 2026

6-8 p.m. — Eastwood Mall Complex Center Court — Free RSVP — Celebrate the start of the season with player meet-and-greets, family fun, and a chance to win great prizes.