Good morning, Youngstown.

Family members and friends celebrated a Saturday groundbreaking ceremony at Boardman Park for the planned Rowan Sweeney Memorial Playground.

Construction will begin soon for the 6,900 sqft inclusive play area (backed by a $145,000 foundation donation and a $54,319 NatureWorks grant) to eventually include a nature play section.

On Aug. 30, Cornersburg neighbors worked together to clean their street, showing a shared effort to keep the neighborhood neat.

Campbell celebrated its 100th anniversary during Summer Fest this past weekend when mayor Bill Valentino honored two centenarians as grand marshals in a parade starting at Palermo Banquet Center, proceeding along 12th Street and Park Avenue, and ending at Roosevelt Park with city-funded fireworks.

West Farmington resident Andy H.

Weaver, 90, recounted his life from growing up Amish to serving in Germany as an Army clerk. He later started a business making clocks and harmonicas, was married to Betty for 68 years (a milestone he cherishes), and recalled playing guitar at USO events.

Village resident John Black opened The Center at 114 Marshall Road this summer as a renovated space for McDonald residents to gather for events; a card show drew 300 to 400 people, and future events include dance sales, sports nights, and art and baking classes to bring the community together.

Church leaders and community members held the annual 'Stop the Violence' march on Sunday, Aug.

30 — part of a sustained effort that includes mentoring programs and prayer groups to promote nonviolent conflict resolution in affected neighborhoods.

Penguin City Brewing & DOPE Cider House & Winery hosted a fourth anniversary fundraiser for Animal Charity of Ohio with raffles, live music, and food trucks to help address the charity's funding and capacity issues.

The event supported local efforts to care for animals in need.

Coffee Run celebrated its grand opening in Canfield on Aug.

30. The new coffee shop offers fresh brews + light snacks for local residents.

Youngstown arts venues are joining forces to boost local culture and support economic growth.

The Regional Chamber and JAC Management Group are coordinating diverse shows at venues such as the Covelli Centre and DeYor Performing Arts Center to draw in a vibrant workforce.

The 180th Canfield Fair will begin on Wednesday and run until Labor Day Monday, offering classic rides, food, and livestock along with four new rides + a beer garden featuring local craft breweries.

A fireworks display will cap the five-day event.

Local production company Stuck in Ohio premiered the documentary 'The YO' on Sunday at Stambaugh Auditorium, where nearly 2,000 viewers watched scenes spanning two decades that mix local stunts, memories, and crows in flight.

The film celebrates Youngstown’s cultural journey and creative spirit.

International Overdose Awareness Day is observed today to boost awareness around overdose prevention and resources.

Local groups may host activities to support affected families (event specifics are pending).