Upgrades sought for mental health care
YOUNGSTOWN — The number of suicides in Mahoning County is down, officials say, but it’s still too high, and a recent tragedy at a local hospital only highlights the need for more and better resources. September is Suicide Prevention and Awareness month and this week is national Suicide Prevention Week. Mahoning County Mental Health and Recovery Board Executive Director Duane Piccirilli wants county residents to be aware of the resources available to them while he and Mahoning County Prosecutor Lynn Maro also want to draw attention to the gaps in the system. The most important ...