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Youngstown St Patrick's Day Parade is Coming
Dolly Milick, Joyce Kale-Pesta and Casey Malone are board members for this year's St. Patrick's Day Parade in Boardman! They talk with Louie b Free about this year's parade walkers and presenters. Anyone can sign up to walk in the parade; just visit www.mvstpatricksparade.com. The parade in on Sunday, March 12th at 1:00pm on Market Street, south of Southern Park Mall. The parade will last approximately one hour, with a closing show from Owen's Construction BMX Stunt Team, who will be performing a world record backflip over an exotic car, freestyle tricks and more!
Boardman Swimmers State Bound
Members of the Boardman HS Swim Team are headed to state. Among those competing at the state level are Callen Aulizia, Matthew DunLany, Noah Basista and Kyle Kimerer.
From the huddle to the hardwood: LaBrae vs South Range
It was a battle for the ages as LaBrae High School remained undefeated after a 55-50 win over South Range.
Police Standoff in Goshen Twp.
GOSHEN — Mahoning County Sheriff Jerry Greene said a suspect is dead from "apparent suicide" after shots were fired as deputies tried to serve a civil order of protection at about 11:20 a.m. The episode led to a response from officers from seven different jurisdictions who immediately surrounded that house and set a perimeter. Greene said a deputy was serving the CPO when the homeowner went back into the house. Deputies then heard a shot and called for backup. - See more at: http://www.vindy.com/news/2017/feb/21/shots-fired-mahoning-county-deputy-goshen-township/#sthash.BP339jTk.dpuf
Redevelopment in Downtown Warren
Warren native Christopher Alan, operator of the Auto Parkit automated parking company and the Dasher Lawless land development company, stands inside a two-story building on Pine Street Southeast that he is renovating for use as luxury apartments discussing redevelopment of downtown Warren.
Owner of Antone's Banquet Centre speaks out
Owner Ross Scianna shoots down rumors started on social media that the banquet centre is closing.
ACTION: People Must Show a Need
Elder Rose Carter and Tom Welch talk with Louie b Free about our community and its positive growth and what is needed for that growth.
The Good and Bad Define You
Elder Rose Carter talks with Louie b Free about her life experiences and how all of them define you as a human being.
Chaplain Jim at Horse Race Track
It took a goat to get the respect Chaplain Jim Smith needed from the workers on the backside of a racetrack. “There wasn’t a real strong reception for a preacher on the backside,” Smith side. Smith was in his office thinking of ways to connect with the horse trainers, groomers and workers in the stables at the racetrack when one of the workers approached him.
How I Met Sam Raimi
John Chechitelli talks with Louie b Free about how he met Sam Raimi (director of Evil Dead series) and how that was a sign to move back to Youngstown and follow his dreams.
Being a Movie Director in Youngstown
John Chechitelli talks with Louie b Free about how his sisters inspired him at a young age, how he met Sam Raimi (director of Evil Dead series) and why he chose to move back to the Youngstown area after a successful career in California.
Calling All Cars
Bombs, badges and the blue and red lights of Youngstown Police Department cruisers are on display at the Tyler History Center as a part of its “Calling All Cars: A History of the Youngstown Police Department” exhibit.
Valentine's Day Treats
Chocolate and Valentine’s Day go hand in hand. Chocolatiers at Daffin’s Candies, Giannios Candy Company Inc., Gorant Chocolatiers, and Philadelphia Candies share their stories about the holiday.
Burger Guyz visit the Vindy
The BurgerGuyz stopped by the newsroom looking for a little help in their Meat 16 challenge. It was a backyard brawl between Barry Dyngles and Davidsons Restaurant/Tavern.
Advancing Education Reducing Crime Day
Jon Howell and Penny Wells talk with Louie b Free about Youngstown's city-wide Advancing Education Reducing Crime Day. The event will take place at 4 Youngstown Schools; on the North Side at Harding, the South Side at Taft, the East Side at MLK and West Side and McGuffey schools.
Local leaders speak of optimism in 2017
Local business leaders attending the Youngstown/Warren Regional Chamber Economic Forecast breakfast speak on growth in the Valley and optimism for 2017.