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Thursday, November 27th, 2025
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Thursday, the 27th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Second Harvest Food Bank said high demand may limit the supply of turkey and ham, forcing the organization to use its funds on other essential holiday foods as it prepares to help about 20,000 families—efforts that could ease the strain on local partners. WFMJ
- ➤ The St. Edward food pantry in Youngstown helped 82 households early in November and provided Thanksgiving meal boxes to 108 families last week after SNAP unfunding increased local need. The pantry is open every Wednesday from 9—10:30 a.m. to distribute essential items like canned goods, meats, fruits, vegetables, bread, and sometimes sweets. WKBN
- ➤ Rust City Church is preparing to distribute 600 turkey dinners and 70,000 pounds of food today as part of its fourth annual Give Back Before You Kick Back event—cars have lined up since 11 a.m. for the 6 p.m. giveaway. Church leaders raised over $20,000 in three weeks to fund the event and plan weekly food giveaways. WFMJ
- ➤ Broadway Recovery Services is hosting its 6th annual Helping Hands Tree and is asking Youngstown residents to purchase essential items from an Amazon Wish List to support recovery homes. The donations — which include winter accessories like hats, gloves, and scarves — will help create a safe and comfortable environment at its Boardman-Canfield Road facility this holiday season. WFMJ
- ➤ Local groups provided Thanksgiving meals across the Mahoning Valley as nearly 400 people received turkey dinners at St Vincent de Paul in Youngstown and 300 meals were delivered by the Warren Family Mission, with about 450 seniors served by sheriff’s deputies. Volunteers also helped 60 displaced seniors in Austintown—showing strong community support ahead of the holiday. WFMJ
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Austintown Township is asking for state help after an apartment explosion damaged a building— the fire department said repairs will take several months to over a year. WFMJ
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Frank Rulli, the longtime owner of Rulli Bros. Market who served the Mahoning Valley for more than 70 years, died—he took over the store at age 13 and later grew it with his wife Louise and his sons Mark and Mike. WFMJ
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ State auditors questioned more than $17 million in spending at Eastern Gateway Community College after 44 findings—such as poor recordkeeping and unchecked bond issuance for a Youngstown parking garage—raised concerns about proper use of federal student aid funds from July 1 to June 30. The Auditor of State’s Special Investigation Unit executed a search warrant at the main Steubenville campus in January 2024 to further investigate the college’s financial practices. WFMJ
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Pharmacists at Wedgewood Pharmacy filled 120 essential prescriptions overnight to help about 40 Phoenix House residents after an explosion in Austintown—ensuring they did not miss vital medication during their care at Austintown Elementary. WKBN
- ➤ Mercy Health — St. Elizabeth Hospital in Youngstown is now in full compliance with CMS after a September review found the hospital was not meeting requirements, so it will keep its Medicare and Medicaid provider agreements. WFMJ
- ➤ Insight Health System said at 10:11 a.m. Wednesday, Nov. 26 that it suspended operations at Insight Trumbull—citing regulatory hurdles from the Ohio Department of Health that blocked its CMS certification. The system stated that new patients will not be admitted until the department provides clear permission to resume hospital services. Tribune Chronicle
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Tri-City Storm vs. Youngstown Phantoms Match
7:05-8:35 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Watch live on FloHockey — Catch the exciting face-off between Tri-City Storm and Youngstown Phantoms.
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Shaun Cassidy Live Concert
5:30-8:30 p.m. — Robins Theatre — VIP Experience Available — Enjoy an evening with Shaun Cassidy featuring his music and story-telling.
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USA Hockey NTDP U-18 vs Youngstown Phantoms
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Cost info available online — Watch Team USA take on the Youngstown Phantoms in an exciting hockey matchup.
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Mistletoe Mingle for Singles
5-8 p.m. — Penguin City Brewing Company — Bring a donation for the Humane Society for extra chances to win prizes — Mix and mingle with other singles under the mistletoe for a night of fun and connection.
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Omaha Lancers vs Youngstown Phantoms
6:05-7:35 p.m. — Covelli Centre — Watch the Omaha Lancers take on the Youngstown Phantoms in an exciting hockey matchup.
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Green Thumb: Paint, Plant & Sip
6-9 p.m. — Smash-On Party Center — Cost not specified — Unwind with a creative evening of painting pots and enjoying smooth vibes with friends.
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