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Average mortgage rate increases to 6.37%, a four-week high

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The average long-term U.S. mortgage rate rose again this week, reflecting ongoing bond market volatility as surging oil prices due to the war with Iran heighten inflation worries. The benchmark 30-year fixed rate mortgage rate rose to 6.37% from 6.3% last week, mortgage buyer Freddie Mac said ...

Playhouse plans eight shows for 2026-27 season

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Eight shows in three different venues will make up Youngstown Playhouse’s 2026-27 season, and a Broadway veteran will choreograph the season-opening show. Playhouse Managing Director Tyler Stouffer said two musicals are planned on the main stage at the Playhouse’s home off Glenwood Avenue ...

Rulli bill protects thyroid medicine

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Congressman Michael Rulli, R-Salem, introduced legislation to protect access to an animal-derived thyroid medicine that the U.S. Food & Drug Administration expressed concerns about regarding its “safety and effectiveness.” Rulli, whose district includes Mahoning and Columbiana ...

WCMA’s 2026-27 season to open Sept. 10

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Hits from the ‘60s and ‘70s, a Broadway veteran and Irish stepdancers will be part of the Warren Civic Music Association’s 2026-27 season. Organizers announced the new season Thursday at Packard Music Hall during the final concert of the 2025-26 season. Dale Janus and Mary Ellen ...

Judge adjusts Liberty trustee’s bond

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Staff report WARREN — Devon Stanley’s jury trial is still set to begin July 8, but he received some good news at Friday’s pretrial hearing. Thomas Teodosio, a retired 9th District Court of Appeals judge hearing the case of Stanley, a Liberty trustee, Girard Municipal Court prosecutor ...