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Getting canned for a worthy cause at Eastwood Mall

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Niles First Christian Church members Howard Gerke of Liberty, left, and Dennis Carpenter of Warren, stack cans to create a “Jonah and the Whale” design, which used 1,300 canned goods. The Eastwood Mall in Niles hosted the third annual Canstruction design and build competition during which ...

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 ...