Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 18th of June.
Good morning, Youngstown.
COMPASS Family and Community Services and Community Corrections Association voted unanimously to merge under a single legal entity — both groups will keep their current facilities and services unchanged.
CCA CEO Dave Stillwagon will serve as CEO of COMPASS starting June 28 and later lead the new parent organization after reorganization is complete on October 1, while Joe Caruso transitions to Mercy Health Behavioral Hospital.
Route 224 was shut down Tuesday morning after a garbage truck crashed west of Lowellville Road in Poland Township—OSHP has been at the scene and will provide further updates.
Solon police say a 63-year-old man lost over $1M to a cryptocurrency scam when a Facebook friend convinced him to invest in a fake company called Coinget—he realized the fraud when penalties and taxes were charged for withdrawing funds, and officers are now trying to identify the scammer while warning investors across Northeast Ohio.
A North Side home on Kensington Avenue was hit by gunfire early Monday morning—police said a woman reported her son was inside when a suspect in a parked car fired several shots and later left as officers recovered seven spent .40-caliber shell casings from the street.
Youngstown Police Department joined forces with Ohio State Highway Patrol and Meridian HealthCare to start a plan to cut crime that runs from Thursday until Aug.
1—Meridian HealthCare will give mental health and drug help after arrests to make Mahoning County safer.
Ohio and Pennsylvania joined other states in a $9.345 million settlement with five investment companies over alleged overcharging fees on small stock trades.
In Ohio, at least 40,000 investors lost nearly $600,000 and the firms will repay affected customers plus 6% interest—regulators said new rules will help prevent future overcharges.
Ohio investors who used Edward Jones, LPL Financial, RBC, Stifel or TD Ameritrade will soon receive restitution as part of a $9.3 million settlement after regulators found the firms charged excessive commissions on over 1.12 million small-dollar equity transactions—40,000 Ohio investors have already reported nearly $600,000 in losses. The settlement will provide affected customers with funds plus 6% interest from each transaction date while the firms agree to implement safeguards to prevent future overcharges.
Youngstown Fire Department conducted training outside Mahoning County Courthouse on Tuesday morning to review the layout and emergency protocols — Chief Barry Finley said there is no cause for alarm.
Meijer is recalling certain packages of Frederik’s Dark Chocolate Almonds sold in Ohio and five other states since they may include undeclared cashews — which could cause a severe allergic reaction for people with cashew allergies.
The FDA advises customers to stop using the product and return it for a full refund at any Meijer store.
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.
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!
2nd Annual Cardinal Mooney Color Run
10 AM – 12 PM — Cassese's MVR — Registration fee required — Experience a vibrant two-mile color run with a community twist featuring a stop at Penguin City.
YO! Motion Presents: Mobilizing Midlothian Community Bike Ride & Health Fair
This FREE, community bike ride and family-friendly event is designed to mobilize residents around the Midlothian corridor bike lane. Our goal is to not only promote safe and healthy cycling but to celebrate the rich history and positive changes happening in the Midlothian and Glenwood corridors.
YO! Motion Presents: Mobilizing Midlothian Community Bike Ride & Health Fair
This FREE, community bike ride and family-friendly event is designed to mobilize residents around the Midlothian corridor bike lane. Our goal is to not only promote safe and healthy cycling but to celebrate the rich history and positive changes happening in the Midlothian and Glenwood corridors.
Free Outdoor All-Levels Yoga
5:30-6:30 p.m. — Boardman Township Park — Free entry — Enjoy a calming outdoor yoga session for all levels hosted by NAMI Mahoning Valley.
Food Trucks and Fireworks Celebration with Walk of Fame Induction
5-11 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Free entry — Celebrate the 4th of July with a tribute to local boxing legends, delicious food, and stunning fireworks.
Nature Yoga
10-11 a.m. — Wick Park — $15 — Awaken your senses and connect with nature while practicing yoga outdoors.
Summer Festival of the Arts
12-5 p.m. — Ward Beecher Planetarium — Free entry — Experience engaging planetarium shows as part of a vibrant arts festival.
Jazz in the Park Youngstown
3-7 p.m. — Wick Park — Free entry — Enjoy an afternoon of live jazz performances in the beautiful Wick Park.
Kid Mammoth with Papers and Interior Stations
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No Refunds — Kid Mammoth headlines a night of music with support from local acts Papers and Interior Stations.
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