Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 21st of July.
Good morning, Youngstown.
More than 45 vendors set up at the 22nd annual Ohio Vintage Fest at the Metroplex Expo Center in Liberty on Sunday, selling vintage clothing, home goods, vinyl records and collectibles—events that drew shoppers of all ages.
Local vendors like Vivid Gypsy Goods from Girard added extra charm to the event.
On Sunday, Cafe Rose in Austintown hosted its Christmas in July Market where about 40 local makers sold holiday-themed goods and held a basket raffle to collect personal care items for the Senior Support Action Group—doubling the vendor count and baskets from last year.
Local seniors benefited from the funds and items raised at the event.
Dante Bernard led a National Ice Cream Day event at Tyler History Center on Sunday where people shook bags of ice cream mix and joined walking tours honoring local confectioner Harry B.
Burt, who invented the Good Humor bar in the 1920s — free treats and music from Exhibit A Barbershop Quartet added to the celebration. The event brought families together to learn about Youngstown’s sweet history.
The Trumbull Canoe Trails Club celebrated its 50th anniversary last Sunday at Lowellville Waterfront Park—marking a half century of promoting canoeing in local waters.
Founded in 1975, the club built a 23 mile water trail and removed old dams along the Mahoning River.
David Horvath, the new bailiff for Campbell Municipal Court, was arrested early Sunday after officers on Wilson Avenue found cocaine during a pat-down—he said a friend had given him the substance to hold and he is scheduled to appear in court Tuesday at 9 a.m.
Niles City Council approved a $50,000 Housing Technical Assistance Grant from the Ohio Department of Development to update the city's zoning codes and modernize housing rules—this update will support mixed-use developments and neighborhood changes while Niles hires a consultant to propose changes with community input.
On Sunday, United Returning Citizens held their third annual Color Run in downtown Youngstown to raise awareness of mental health resources—local organizations set up booths to share support with runners.
ProQuality Demolition is tearing down Parkway Tower, a historic building built in 1929 that once housed luxury apartments on Park Avenue near Wick Park — no timeline for completion has been provided.
Summer Garden Party 2025
5-9 p.m. — Kidston Pavilion — Cash bar — Enjoy a welcome champagne toast, appetizers, and evening dance music by The Total Package.
Hermitage Arts Festival
12 PM - 9 PM, 11 AM - 4 PM — Rodney White Park — Free entry — Celebrate creativity with local art, music, and delicious food in a vibrant community atmosphere.
Aversed with Takacs and Vanta
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No refunds — Aversed returns to the Westside Bowl with Vanta and Takacs for a night of electric music.
Last Train to OZZ Concert
8:00–9:30 p.m. — Westside Bowl — Ticket prices vary — Don’t miss one of Youngstown's top concert experiences with a thrilling performance.
Shaker Woods Festival
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Shaker Woods Festival — Check Official Website for Entry Fees — Immerse yourself in crafts from over 200 talented artisans in a beautiful Shaker-themed setting.
Now That's What I Call Pop Punk Tour
7:00-9:30 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No cost info available — Catch a night of pop punk hits with Free Friends and more.
The Undone Live Performance
8-11 p.m. — Westside Bowl — No refunds — Enjoy a fantastic night of music featuring The Undone alongside Summers Affair, West Rockwell, and Flowers for Bill.
Alice Cooper: Too Close for Comfort Tour
7-10 p.m. — Youngstown Foundation Amphitheatre — Ticket prices range from $39.50 to $125 — Experience the iconic Alice Cooper live on stage with a thrilling rock performance.
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