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Monday, August 18th, 2025
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Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 18th of August.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Boxing legends and local celebrities played in a charity softball game Saturday evening at Eastwood Field in Niles to support Brookfield resident Robert Lucarell, who has battled Crohn’s disease since 2018. The fundraiser—managed by local boxing icons—benefited the Crohn’s & Colitis Foundation and united community leaders, patients, and media from the Mahoning Valley. WFMJ
- ➤ On Sunday morning, dozens of volunteers gathered at the East Newport Boat Launch in Boardman Township to remove trash from Mill Creek and nearby park areas as part of a cleanup organized by the Mahoning County Soil and Water Conservation District — their work aimed to protect water quality and cut treatment costs. WFMJ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A road in Howland is closed due to a crash on State Route 46 between E. Market Street and Woodland Dr. NE—poles and power lines were hit and police advise drivers to avoid the area. WKBN
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Sweet Memories Vintage Tees and Candy in Girard celebrated the launch of its new Boyer t-shirt line this weekend. Customers who bought a Boyer product received a free Clark Bar or Mallo Cup + a raffle ticket, and part of the proceeds benefited Akron Children's Hospital's NICU + the shop will host a Stuckey's launch party on September 6 and 7. WFMJ
- ➤ Sweet Melissa’s, a popular salad spot known for its fresh wraps and salads, will open its third cafe in Howland at the Giant Eagle plaza on Market Street in early October— the new space will offer extra seating and meeting areas. The restaurant already has locations in Boardman and Columbiana. WKBN
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Three women in a large crowd on Market Street and Florida Avenue on the South Side were shot at 5:21 a.m. Sunday—ambulance personnel transported them to a hospital where they remain in stable condition while police investigate the incident. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Derick Young, a former Marine Corps veteran from Warren, has led the Mahoning County Veterans Honor Court since 2016 and was appointed in July as a commissioner on the Mahoning County Veterans Service Commission—helping veterans with legal charges and financial needs. He also teaches criminal justice at YSU and earned advanced degrees after retiring from the Corps. The Vindicator
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Buckeye PACE has opened a new senior center at 2701 Market Street — a former Rite Aid store — to help older residents get the care they need so they can live safely and independently. The center offers housekeeping, personal and medical care along with physical and occupational therapy and is funded by Buckeye PACE, Medicaid and Medicare. WFMJ
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Sports director Dana Balash shared his high school football predictions for the Valley for 2025—he expects local teams to have varying outcomes that fans will watch closely. His annual outlook provides insight into how different teams might perform during the season. WFMJ
WELLNESS NEWS
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7 Summers & No Funk No Justice Concert
5-10:30 p.m. — Warren Community Amphitheatre parking — $12; Free for kids under 12 — Experience a night of high-energy music with a Morgan Wallen tribute and a lively dance band.
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Gil Mantera's Party Dream Reunion
6-11 p.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — $30 General Admission, $15 Tailgate Ticket — Experience the wild return of Gil Mantera's Party Dream with new music and unforgettable antics.
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Panerathon 10K & 2-Mile
10 AM — Covelli Centre — Participation fee applicable — Run or walk for a cause supporting breast cancer care in the Mahoning Valley.
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Canfield Fair 2025
12:00 AM — Canfield Fairgrounds — Cost varies — Experience Ohio's largest county fair with food, rides, and entertainment galore.
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Nick Adduci Live Performance
7 p.m. — Brew Lounge Beer Company & Patio — Check venue for admission — Experience an evening with Nick Adduci, a talented independent singer/songwriter and visual artist.
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Mimosa Fest Part 2
10 AM – 4 PM — Penguin City Brewing Company — Free entry — Indulge in mimosas and brunch while enjoying live music and local vendors.
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