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Friday, November 28th, 2025
Good morning, Youngstown. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 28th of November.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Animal shelters in Warren and Girard face a surge in abandoned pets as cold weather worsens capacity and raises vet bills — rescuers warn that animals risk hypothermia and neglect — while Healthy Hearts and Paws will host a basket raffle fundraiser Saturday and Sunday on West Market Street. Shelter staff urge community members to report concerns quickly and ensure pets receive proper care amid the harsh winter conditions. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Valley communities will host holiday events on Saturday with Newton Falls hosting Christmas in the Falls at 6:30 p.m. downtown (sponsored by the Newton Falls Historical Association), Fowler holding its Christmas Walk from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the township center on Routes 193 and 305, and Warren G. Harding High School hosting a holiday craft show from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. (600 Elm Road NE) with a basket raffle benefiting FIRST LEGO and Robotics teams. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ At the annual Warren Family Mission Thanksgiving dinner on Wednesday afternoon, Michele McCartney served stuffing to Al Cattoi as Charlotte Brenner looked on and 2,404 meals—including turkey, ham, sides, desserts and drinks—were provided via dine-ins, carryouts and deliveries, mission spokesperson Dominic Mararri said. The event brought the local community together through direct service and care. Tribune Chronicle
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Stambaugh Auditorium in Youngstown will host TubaChristmas this Sunday with tuba and sousaphone players performing holiday carols—musicians must register at 12:30 p.m. for a rehearsal at 1:30 p.m. and pay $15, while a holiday craft show with over 80 vendors runs from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. and the free concert begins at 4 p.m. The Vindicator
- ➤ Penguin City Brewing at 460 E. Federal St. in Youngstown is hosting its first Holiday Haunt event this weekend in partnership with Nightmare in Niles, Dead Ink Apparel and Rebel Rescue Ranch (the maze will blend Halloween scares with Christmas cheer and vendor hours run from 7 p.m. to midnight today and Saturday). Admission is $5 and proceeds will benefit Rebel Rescue Ranch, with a kid-friendly maze set for Sunday brunch. The Vindicator
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Boardman Board of Education meeting is scheduled for Monday and board members will recognize athletic teams' wins while approving appointments + resignations, transfers, donations, new coach roles, stipends, and the sale of old buses. The board will also address a leave of absence and reassign a cafeteria server to a preschool van driver. The Vindicator
- ➤ Two students from Poland McKinley Elementary hosted their annual Thanksgiving parade video modeled on NBC’s style and Macy’s Parade and were featured on NBC Nightly News with Tom Llamas on November 26. The video showed over 100 student-made floats that highlighted the school’s creative effort. WFMJ
- ➤ Howland schools approved girls flag football as a club sport for the 2025-26 school year, with uniforms, equipment and clinics provided by the Cleveland Browns—high school players showed strong interest and coaches have already stepped forward to volunteer. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Hubbard High School students, led by art teacher Josh MacMillan, painted Christmas-themed messages on windows at the local grocery, restaurant, and city hall during Thanksgiving break—adding new 3-D cutouts to honor families like the Edenfields and a family supporting 4-year-old Palmer with epilepsy; Mayor Ben Kyle supported the project for the holiday parade route. The students spent two hours bright and early on Wednesday morning creating the artwork. The Vindicator
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Mill Creek MetroParks and the Ohio Department of Transportation are planning a $480,000 rehabilitation of Slippery Rock Bridge on West Glacier Drive in Mill Creek Park to repair the deck, substructure, approach slabs, guardrail, and pavement without widening the bridge; construction will start in spring and finish in fall 2026, and during this time the bridge plus the connecting road will be closed for up to 90 days with a detour on Old Furnace Road while public comments on potential impacts are accepted until Dec. 26—local park users should plan accordingly. The Vindicator
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Insight Health System suspended operations for the second time this year after the Ohio Department of Health warned it could revoke the hospital's license in mid-December—new patients will not be admitted until a clear decision is reached. Local health officials and community leaders expressed concern over the regulatory hurdles—hoping the facility can reopen once the issues are resolved. The Vindicator
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ LaBrae coach Mandy Rowe said the girls will work to return to the district final this season after a 19-7 record last year nearly brought them there. The team returns almost all starters and will face a tough non-league schedule with games against Poland, Crestview, Garfield, and Mogadore. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Last season the Kennedy Eagles overcame the injury of star point guard Didi Ryan to win their first district title with a 60 to 43 victory over Middlefield Cardinal. With Ryan returning and nearly all seniors back, coach Marc Morgan said the team plans to use a tough schedule to prepare for a deep tournament run. Tribune Chronicle
- ➤ Canfield’s girls basketball team will be led by seven experienced seniors, including Jenna Triveri, as they move up to Division III for the 2025-26 season. The Cardinals, who won two district championships in Division IV, will face a tougher schedule—coach Matt Reel said the senior class is expected to lift the team's play. Tribune Chronicle
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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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