Two remaining houses in the Arlington Avenue Historic District were demolished today near the campus of Youngstown State University. The houses were located at 337 and 359 Arlington St. between Fifth and Belmont avenues. According to the Mahoning County Auditor, three parcels were transferred on May 31 from Woods Rentals of Ohio Inc. to the Youngstown State University Foundation in a $220,000 sale. Arlington Avenue was put on the National Register of Historic Places in 1974. The nomination recognized houses in the 300 block of Arlington (304-373) and was one of the earliest historic distr ..read more

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of State Fire Marshal is urging Ohioans to put safety first this Fourth of July. “Fireworks can bring joy to our celebrations, but it’s important to recognize the inherent risks that come with them as well,” said Anita Metheny, chief of SFM’s Fire Prevention Bureau. “By being informed and following safety guidelines, we can reduce injuries and ensure a festive and safe Fourth of July for all.” Since 2022, unless prohibited by local laws, Ohioans have been able to legally discharge 1.4G consumer fireworks in Ohio on certain days throughout the year whe ..read more

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate & Professional Licensing has opened the application period for its fiscal year 2025 Cemetery Grant Program. The grant cycle has $104,000 available to help Ohio cemeteries with upkeep and exceptional operation costs. The deadline for applications is July 31. Registered nonprofit cemeteries can apply for a grant of up to $2,500 and applicants with fewer than five registered cemeteries may apply for grant funds every other year. “By offering grants specifically for special projects and essential repairs beyond routine maintenance ..read more

Museums & Galleries | Summer 2024 | Tell us about your event! We give priority to the greater Youngstown-Warren, Ohio area, Columbiana County and western Pennsylvania. MAHONING VALLEY Arms Family Museum of Local History. 648 Wick Ave., Youngstown 44502. 330-743-2589. mahoninghistory.org…. Houses the furnishings of Wilford and Olive Arms and local history exhibits (permanent and changing). “Behind the Scenes: Servants of Greystone.” “Tailor Made: Local Clothing and Accessories.” “Tod Family Treasures: 19th Century Heirlooms.” “Mid Century Modern in the Mahoning Valley ..read more

Weekday/weekend radio for the Mahoning Valley, beyond | Our guide lists radio program times, days, and descriptions. Whenever possible, we’ve provided web links to individual programs, schedules, and streaming. Tip: You can also request a radio station through an Alexa device. Example: “Alexa, play WYSU.” ‘After MidNite with Granger Smith.’ Country music overnight. Includes hits, performances and artist interviews. Midnight-6 a.m., Monday-Friday. The Bull (106.1 FM). (iHeartRadio)MONDAY-FRIDAY The Ben Maller Show. FOX Sports Radio program broadcast live from Los Angeles. 2-6 a.m., Mo ..read more

Summer concerts, special events in the Mahoning Valley – Our guide covers the Youngstown-Warren area, Columbiana County and western Pennsylvania. Have a news release or tip? Email: in**@me**********.net…. Office: 330-259-0435. Editor’s note: Our listings will be updated throughout summer. Austintown 2024 Concerts in the Park. Austintown Township Park, 6000 Kirk Road, Austintown 44515. 330-793-0718. www.austintowntwp.com. Concerts occur on Tuesdays from 7-8:30 p.m. The series is sponsored by Hollywood Gaming, Armstrong,First National Bank, J&M Tree Services, Charly ..read more

Farmers markets feature produce, baked goods, family activities. The following directory includes markets in Trumbull and Mahoning counties and western Pennsylvania. To submit updates, corrections and suggestions, email in**@me**********.net…. Twice-weekly Four Seasons Flea & Farm Market. 3000 McCartney Road, Youngstown 44505. 330-744-5050. Large market (indoor and outdoor) offers fresh produce, baked goods, cheeses, health and beauty items, maple syrup, jams and jellies, packaged goods, meats, prepared foods, food vendors, and flea market items. The indoor space is 88,000 square feet. The ..read more

The Shawnee Tribe and the Ohio History Connection will celebrate summer solstice at Serpent Mound June 20-23. The historic site is located at 3850 state Route 73 in Peebles. Serpent Mound is a National Historic Landmark built by early American Indian Nations of Ohio. The effigy mound in the form of a snake with a curved tail has become an icon of Indigenous cultural achievements, primarily because of its enormous scale. Serpent Mound’s American Indian builders likely created the mound in alignment with the sun’s cycle. To mark the June 20 summer solstice, the longest day of the year, the ..read more

The Ohio Department of Commerce’s Division of Real Estate and Professional Licensing has issued an advisory to make Ohio consumers and real estate agents aware of an increased threat involving fraudulent real estate listings. According to the FBI’s Internet Crime Complaint Center, in 2023, it received 9,521 real estate-based complaints that amounted to $145,243,348 in losses, exceeding losses related to identity theft-based crimes ($126,203,809). Recent reports from across the country have revealed a concerning trend where individuals are contacting agents to sell properties they don’t ow ..read more

Residents of the International Towers in downtown Youngstown had until noon today to vacate the building. Earlier in the week, the United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley led a multi-agency initiative to find temporary housing for the displaced residents. The order to vacate came in response to a preliminary structural engineering report released Monday that detailed safety concerns at the Realty Tower. The International Towers is located at 25 Market St., just south of the troubled 13-story building. The order stemmed from safety concerns related to a May 28 gas e ..read more