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Monday, May 26th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 26th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Today, Memorial Day events will honor veterans across the Valley with parades, memorial services, and ceremonies starting as early as 9 a.m. in Austintown and continuing in Beaver Township, Boardman, YOUNGSTOWN, and several Trumbull County communities—each featuring local organizers and backup plans in case of rain. The Vindicator
- ➤ Officials remind local families to keep grills 3 feet away from homes and flammable items and to check for grill damage—adding that safe clearances should be maintained around bonfires during Memorial Day weekend. Dietitian Teresa Eury advised washing hands before cooking, preventing raw meat juices from touching other foods, and refrigerating leftovers quickly to avoid foodborne illness. WYTV
- ➤ Joseph Perone, a 99-year-old Navy veteran from Girard now living in Liberty, recalled his World War II service where he helped rescue sailors and save ships. He will turn 100 on June 18 — his story is featured as the first in a weekly series honoring local veterans. The Vindicator
- ➤ McDonald residents gathered at Woodland Park on Sunday for a Memorial Day weekend service to honor local veterans who sacrificed their lives for our freedoms. Mayor Ray Lewis and Capt. Doug Craver urged reflection as flags and wreaths were placed at the war memorial to mark the occasion. The Vindicator
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Township fire crews in Bazetta rescued a dog from a burning mobile home on Larry Lane this weekend — two residents escaped safely before firefighters retrieved the dog, gave it oxygen, and its family took it to a veterinarian. Tribune Chronicle
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A trooper clocked a station wagon at 84 mph in a 50-mph zone on Interstate 680 today and began a high-speed chase through Youngstown and Campbell but ended it over public safety concerns—authorities now have the license plate and are searching for the driver. WFMJ
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ At the 16th annual Men’s Rally in the Valley at Stambaugh Auditorium, around 1,000 local men gathered to pray and listen to speakers on living with strength and kindness. Dave Plegge, who was diagnosed with prostate cancer six weeks ago, received support from a prayer team and will begin treatment Tuesday at Salem Regional Medical Center—Walter Deecki III also said the rally helped strengthen his faith as he works to overcome his struggles. Tribune Chronicle
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Moderalli Excavating Inc.—a Poland-based company—filed a lawsuit against Trumbull County Land Reutilization Corporation, Trumbull County Land Bank and Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership over the awarding of a demolition contract for the abandoned Reeves building in Warren. The company claimed its $387,000 bid was the lowest and that awarding a $522,000 contract violated state law and federal guidelines, and it seeks injunctions to halt the demolition. The Vindicator
WELLNESS NEWS
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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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Lita Ford Concert
7:30-11:30 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Cost TBD — Rock out with the iconic hard rock singer and guitarist known for her 1980s hits.
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Club Michael Sip and Paint
7-9 p.m. — Club Michael — Paid event — Spend an evening creating art under the guidance of Mary as you explore your creativity.
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The Benders Reunion Concert
8:00 – 9:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Fundraising event — Celebrate the legacy of The Benders in a special concert honoring Bill Griffin’s son while raising money for charity.
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3rd Annual Girard-Liberty Catalina Wine Mixer
6-9 p.m. — Giant Eagle Supermarket — $75 per person — Enjoy a variety of wines and craft beers while supporting local community projects.
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RIVIVAL
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — All ages welcome — The RIVIVAL takes over Youngstown for a night of pure energy, music, and self-expression!
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The Family Reunion Stage Play: Family Tree
7:30 p.m. — DeYor Performing Arts Center — Ticketed event — Experience the heartwarming continuation of a family legacy in the captivating stage play by Michael Anthony Forney.
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Ribs-N-Rock Festival
12-12 a.m. — Southern Park Mall — Free entry until 3 p.m. — Ribbers and rockers unite for summer’s ultimate rib cook-off and music festival.
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Tribute: The Band - Tenacious D Cover Experience
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — $14 general admission — Experience the energy of Tribute: The Band, plus Nintendo-themed nerdcore with Master Hand!
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