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Postmodern Jukebox Plays at Stambaugh Jan. 30 | August 15, 2018

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Stambaugh Auditorium will host a performance by Postmodern Jukebox, a band converting today’s hits to the styles of vintage genres on Jan. 30. Tickets, ranging from $20 to $40, go on sale 10 a.m. Friday at the venue’s box office, by phone at 330 259 0555 or online at StambaughAuditorium.com. Created by […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – Stambaugh Auditorium will host a performance by Postmodern Jukebox, a band converting today’s hits to the styles of vintage genres on Jan. 30. Tickets, ranging from $20 to $40, go on sale 10 a.m. Friday at the venue’s box office, by phone at 330 259 0555 or...

The Way Station Wins iSynergy Digital Boost Contest | August 15, 2018

CANFIELD, Ohio – As the winner of iSynergy’s second Digital Boost contest, The Way Station will receive $50,000 in marketing services from the Canfield-based marketing firm over the next year. The Way Station, a social-assistance organization with offices in Columbiana and East Liverpool, won the online voting contest held during July. The nonprofit, founded in […]

CANFIELD, Ohio – As the winner of iSynergy’s second Digital Boost contest, The Way Station will receive $50,000 in marketing services from the Canfield-based marketing firm over the next year. The Way Station, a social-assistance organization with offices in Columbiana and East Liverpool, won the online voting contest held during...

Ohio Small Businesses Largely Optimistic about Future | August 15, 2018

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A quarterly survey from the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation finds most small businesses in the state are planning to hire in the third quarter and many executives are optimistic about the future of their company. In a survey of more than 400 executives from across the state – 92% of […]

COLUMBUS, Ohio – A quarterly survey from the Ohio Chamber of Commerce Research Foundation finds most small businesses in the state are planning to hire in the third quarter and many executives are optimistic about the future of their company. In a survey of more than 400 executives from across...

Boardman Architect Designs Universal Orlando Resort | August 15, 2018

BOARDMAN, Ohio – A ribbon-cutting Aug. 8 to officially open the Hyatt House across from the Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Fla., marked the completion of one of the most ambitious commissions to date for architect Stephen Berry and his firm, Stephen Berry/Architectural Design Inc.. The Hyatt Orlando Universal cost $25 million to build over […]

BOARDMAN, Ohio – A ribbon-cutting Aug. 8 to officially open the Hyatt House across from the Universal Orlando Resort in Orlando, Fla., marked the completion of one of the most ambitious commissions to date for architect Stephen Berry and his firm, Stephen Berry/Architectural Design Inc.. The Hyatt Orlando Universal cost...

Rig Count in Utica Climbs to 20 | August 15, 2018

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The number of rigs operating in the Utica shale across eastern Ohio improved to 20 during the week ended Aug. 11, up from 18 the previous week, according to the latest data from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. ODNR reported it issued nine new permits for horizontal wells across the Utica […]

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – The number of rigs operating in the Utica shale across eastern Ohio improved to 20 during the week ended Aug. 11, up from 18 the previous week, according to the latest data from the Ohio Department of Natural Resources. ODNR reported it issued nine new permits for...

Canfield Township Approves JEDD, City Votes Today | August 15, 2018

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CANFIELD, Ohio – By a unanimous vote, Canfield Township Trustees approved the proposed Millennial Moments joint economic development district, or JEDD, agreement at its regular meeting Tuesday evening. A vote today by council members of the city of Canfield will decide whether the project moves forward. Township trustee Marie Izzo Cartwright read the statement to […]

CANFIELD, Ohio – By a unanimous vote, Canfield Township Trustees approved the proposed Millennial Moments joint economic development district, or JEDD, agreement at its regular meeting Tuesday evening. A vote today by council members of the city of Canfield will decide whether the project moves forward. Township trustee Marie Izzo...

Diletto Winery to Move to Former Antone’s Building | August 14, 2018

BOARDMAN, Ohio – Diletto Winery will be relocating this October to the former Antone’s building at 8578 Market St. “Our passion for wine is matched only by our commitment to community,” said owner Jacqueline Shell. “The Market Street location is more centrally located. It also provides ample space to make and serve our popular fruit […]

BOARDMAN, Ohio – Diletto Winery will be relocating this October to the former Antone's building at 8578 Market St. “Our passion for wine is matched only by our commitment to community,” said owner Jacqueline Shell. “The Market Street location is more centrally located. It also provides ample space to make...

Framing Nearly Built for $60M EQS Expansion | August 14, 2018

NEW CASTLE, Pa. – An aerial view of the construction project at Ellwood Quality Steels here shows the $60 million expansion is rapidly taking shape. The photo, provided by the general contractor, Lee Michael Industries, shows the frame of the building is being put in place. Ellwood Quality Steels is building an 110,000-square-foot addition to […]

NEW CASTLE, Pa. – An aerial view of the construction project at Ellwood Quality Steels here shows the $60 million expansion is rapidly taking shape. The photo, provided by the general contractor, Lee Michael Industries, shows the frame of the building is being put in place. Ellwood Quality Steels is...

Racino Reports 3rd-Highest Month for VLT Play | August 14, 2018

VLT Play at Austintown Racino Hits $1.14B

AUSTINTOWN, Ohio – Wagers on video lottery terminals at Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reached their third-highest level last month since the racino’s opening in September 2014. VLT play in July totaled $102.19 million, topped only by the $109.74 million in March and $103.33 million in April. In June, VLT wagers totaled $99.41 […]

AUSTINTOWN, Ohio – Wagers on video lottery terminals at Hollywood Gaming at Mahoning Valley Race Course reached their third-highest level last month since the racino’s opening in September 2014. VLT play in July totaled $102.19 million, topped only by the $109.74 million in March and $103.33 million in April. In...

Yo-Yo Ma Inspires Thousands to Support Arts | August 14, 2018

Yo-Yo Ma Inspires Thousands to Support Arts

WARREN, Ohio – On a summer evening when dark storm clouds threatened the 2,000-plus gathered at the Warren Community Amphitheatre, the weather managed to hold off so attendees could enjoy a rare opportunity: a live performance by world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma in their backyard. The evening was the final piece of a daylong event made […]

WARREN, Ohio – On a summer evening when dark storm clouds threatened the 2,000-plus gathered at the Warren Community Amphitheatre, the weather managed to hold off so attendees could enjoy a rare opportunity: a live performance by world-renowned cellist Yo-Yo Ma in their backyard. The evening was the final piece...