Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 12th of June.
Good morning, Youngstown.
Animal Charity of Ohio has suspended its regional animal control services today in Mahoning County due to high costs and a lack of funding (this measure protects its core operations) and is asking for public support to care for pets already in its shelter.
Grocery Outlet in Boardman begins its third annual Independence from Hunger campaign from June 24 to July 31 to help raise $10,000 for Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley, and customers will donate $5 at checkout to receive a matching coupon while local businesses are invited to contribute.
Local humane agencies are struggling due to rising demand for services and low funding.
Leaders plan to meet with community groups next week to seek additional support.
Volunteers can help clean up the Mahoning River Sunday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Thomas Swift Park in Warren with a car shuttle to Canoe City in Leavittsburg.
Bring your own water bottle, closed-toe shoes, and weather-appropriate clothing as you work to protect the local waterway.
Youngstown Lions Club will host its 64th Annual Turtle Derby at Penguin City Beer (460 E.
Federal St.) on Saturday, June 13 at 1 p.m. The event features two $250 raffles and 3D printed robotic turtle races for children with $5 tickets donating funds to local community projects.
The Jewish Community Center updated its Paul and Yetta Gluck School of Visual Arts with flexible workstations and adaptive art supplies (including egg-shaped crayons) to serve students of all abilities.
Benefactors Paul and Yetta Gluck joined the ribbon-cutting on Wednesday evening at the JCC in Youngstown.
Game Changers and the Trumbull Memorial Health Foundation announced a new scholarship to support students pursuing careers in health and wellness fields.
The program helps those studying areas like sports psychology, art therapy, physical therapy, exercise science and mental health counseling in Mahoning Valley.
A group urged the library board to reconsider moving Poland Library as the relocation will cost more plus PLYMC CEO Aimee Fifarek confirmed the plan will follow the repurposing of Struthers Library and extra cost reviews.
The project is set several years ahead.
Howland Township’s park board seeks residents to fill the vacancy from board member Allen Seman’s death, with interested parties contacting Judge James Fredericka’s office at Warren Municipal Court.
The board also announced Logan’s Landing will finish a $30,000 playground accessibility upgrade by mid-summer — adding new fencing and equipment.
YSU is offering a Beau Brungard bobblehead with season ticket purchases after an early season preview on WFMJ Today.
A heat advisory is in effect from noon until 8 p.m. so residents are advised to dress lightly and stay hydrated.
Warriors Inc. 7th Annual Daddy Daughter Dance
4:30 – 8 p.m. — Byzantine Center at the Grove — Early Bird $40, $50 Jun 1-12 — Get ready for a fun night of dancing and memories.
Niles 4th of July Parade, Car Show & Craft Fair
11 a.m. — Niles Senior Citizen Center — Free entry — Celebrate the Fourth of July with a festive parade, exciting car show, and vibrant craft fair.
Daikaiju Live at Westside Bowl
7-10 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Free entry — Experience the wild sound of surf rock with Daikaiju and DAGGRS & TM in a highly interactive performance.
Toast - The Best of Bread
7:30-10:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — $ — Experience the ultimate tribute to Bread with spot-on renditions of their biggest hits.
Special Screening of Harry Potter and the Sorcerer's Stone
6-11 p.m. — Robins Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate Ohio's connection to cinema with a magical screening of a beloved classic.
Wrestling Under The Stars
7:30-11:59 p.m. — 7 17 Credit Union Field at Eastwood — Meet wrestling superstars — Experience an exciting night of professional wrestling featuring legends and current stars.
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