Paradox Prize Seeks Answers to Transportation Issues | June 4, 2019

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Fund for Our Economic Future has launched The Paradox Prize, a three-year program that will award up to $1 million to support 15 pilot programs aimed at “eradicating the transportation paradox of ‘no car, no job; no job, no car.’ ” “For decades, industrial, commercial and residential development has migrated outward, […]

CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Fund for Our Economic Future has launched The Paradox Prize, a three-year program that will award up to $1 million to support 15 pilot programs aimed at “eradicating the transportation paradox of ‘no car, no job; no job, no car.’ ” “For decades, industrial, commercial and...

Nature’s Graces and Rural Places at Weller Gallery | June 3, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — Starting June 8, visitors to Fellows Riverside Gardens can view the Nature’s Graces and Rural Places photography exhibit. The free exhibit features work by regional photographer, Jim Trombo, and includes images on canvas. Trombo has lived his entire life in northeastern Ohio, and his work displays everything from rural locations and picturesque […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- Starting June 8, visitors to Fellows Riverside Gardens can view the Nature's Graces and Rural Places photography exhibit. The free exhibit features work by regional photographer, Jim Trombo, and includes images on canvas. Trombo has lived his entire life in northeastern Ohio, and his work displays everything...

Columbiana Wine Fest Tickets on Sale | May 30, 2019

COLUMBIANA, Ohio — Tickets for the Columbiana Wine Fest in July are on sale at select retailers and online. The two-day event organized by the Columbiana Area Tourism Bureau is scheduled for Friday, July 19 from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, July 20 from 2 to 9 p.m. at Town Center at Firestone Farms, […]

COLUMBIANA, Ohio -- Tickets for the Columbiana Wine Fest in July are on sale at select retailers and online. The two-day event organized by the Columbiana Area Tourism Bureau is scheduled for Friday, July 19 from 4 to 9 p.m. and Saturday, July 20 from 2 to 9 p.m. at...

DeBartolo Scholarships Set Students on Career Paths | May 29, 2019

By Marah Morrison YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Throughout her senior year of high school, Leetonia High School student Kylie Tullis has had heart set on attending Malone University to study nursing. But with that has come worries over whether she’ll be able to afford it. As one of the 15 recipients of the Edward J. DeBartolo […]

By Marah Morrison YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Throughout her senior year of high school, Leetonia High School student Kylie Tullis has had heart set on attending Malone University to study nursing. But with that has come worries over whether she’ll be able to afford it. As one of the 15 recipients...

City Club to Hold Panel on Regenerative Development | May 29, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The City Club of the Mahoning Valley will hold a Views & Brews panel discussion June 10. “From Rust Belt to Green Belt: A Sustainable Future for the Mahoning Valley,” will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Suzie’s Dogs & Drafts downtown. Scientists worldwide largely agree that global warming is occurring and […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The City Club of the Mahoning Valley will hold a Views & Brews panel discussion June 10. “From Rust Belt to Green Belt: A Sustainable Future for the Mahoning Valley," will run from 6:30 to 8 p.m. at Suzie’s Dogs & Drafts downtown. Scientists worldwide largely agree that...

Trumbull Regional Honors EMS Providers | May 28, 2019

WARREN, Ohio – Trumbull Regional Medical Center has honored 19 emergency medical service providers for their work with patients as part of National EMS Week. “Too often under-appreciated, these heroic men and women are a vital partner in the delivery of health care in our valley, said Ron Bierman, president of Trumbull Regional Medical Center, […]

WARREN, Ohio – Trumbull Regional Medical Center has honored 19 emergency medical service providers for their work with patients as part of National EMS Week. “Too often under-appreciated, these heroic men and women are a vital partner in the delivery of health care in our valley, said Ron Bierman, president...

Bank of America Donates $10K to Three Nonprofits | May 24, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has donated $10,000 each to three nonprofits in Youngstown: Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley, Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley and YWCA Mahoning Valley. The grants to Rescue Mission and Second Harvest will help address hunger in the area, which affects one in […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The Bank of America Charitable Foundation has donated $10,000 each to three nonprofits in Youngstown: Rescue Mission of the Mahoning Valley, Second Harvest Food Bank of the Mahoning Valley and YWCA Mahoning Valley. The grants to Rescue Mission and Second Harvest will help address hunger in the...

BBB to Present Torch Awards June 13 at Lake Club | May 20, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — The Better Business Bureau serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties will honor four businesses, a nonprofit and a community leader June 13 when it presents the 2019 Torch Awards for Marketplace Trust at the Lake Club in Poland. The luncheon event, which begins at 11:30, celebrates BBB accredited businesses and leaders that […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- The Better Business Bureau serving Columbiana, Mahoning and Trumbull Counties will honor four businesses, a nonprofit and a community leader June 13 when it presents the 2019 Torch Awards for Marketplace Trust at the Lake Club in Poland. The luncheon event, which begins at 11:30, celebrates BBB...

Tickets on Sale for YWCA Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference | May 20, 2019

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio — Tickets are now available for this year’s Women’s Entrepreneurship Conference at the YWCA Mahoning Valley, which will focus on funding and marketing small businesses. The event, scheduled for Thursday, June 13, is the second in a series promoting women’s entrepreneurship, and is suitable for all women business owners, from those exploring opportunities […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio -- Tickets are now available for this year's Women's Entrepreneurship Conference at the YWCA Mahoning Valley, which will focus on funding and marketing small businesses. The event, scheduled for Thursday, June 13, is the second in a series promoting women's entrepreneurship, and is suitable for all women business...

Purpose Box Founders Win PSU Investment Contest | May 17, 2019

HERMITAGE, Pa. — With two wins at business competitions under their belt, the founders of Purpose: The Therapeutic Subscription Box LLC aim to double their company’s revenue by year’s end. Ali Izzo and Holly Masters, co-CEOs of Purpose and graduates of the Penn State University Shenango occupational therapy assistant and human development and family studies […]

HERMITAGE, Pa. -- With two wins at business competitions under their belt, the founders of Purpose: The Therapeutic Subscription Box LLC aim to double their company's revenue by year’s end. Ali Izzo and Holly Masters, co-CEOs of Purpose and graduates of the Penn State University Shenango occupational therapy assistant and...