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Cold weekend followed by rain and snow
We are tracking both rain and snow as temperatures climb through the week → Read More
First bout of spring weather brought strong storms
While the clean-up continues, another winter-like system is in the forecast. → Read More
Over 1,000 meals delivered during 19th Annual Community Easter Meal in Warren
Community groups and volunteers came together to make it happen. → Read More
Coyote sightings increase as mating cycle begins
Many reports have come in to the WKBN First News newsroom about coyotes in the area. → Read More
ODNR concerned about declining interest in hunting
Fewer people hunting means less money for Ohio Department of Natural Resources to protect the wildlife and nature. → Read More
Millennials driving sales: Local stores make social media work for them
Clicks, views, likes -- the Boardman businesses say around 70 percent of their customers are influenced by the posts they see. → Read More
YSU recognizes leaders of diversity and inclusion
The honorees are nominated and go through a rigorous selection process. → Read More
Winter weather advisories for first day of spring
New snowfall totals and timing of the winter weather storm. → Read More
Tuesday's forecast will change city by city
A storm system will barely scrape our viewing area. Find out your city's chance for rain and snow. → Read More
Threat for mid-week storm diminishes
A system will likely move south of our area this week, but we're tracking another winter storm next weekend. → Read More
Spring weather outlook points to warmer-than-average temps
That doesn't mean it will be all warm all the time. → Read More
Mercer County giving away 'tourism bucks'
The bucks can be used to buy goods and services at participating Mercer County locations. → Read More
Renters using Airbnb, other online sites to be taxed in Mercer County
The president of Mercer County's tourism bureau says the tax is to even the playing field for local inns and B&Bs. → Read More
Tracking snow overnight and another storm system
The official start of Spring is Tuesday, but it's going to feel more like winter with the chance for snow. → Read More
More lake effect snow and possible snow for St. Patrick’s Day
We are tracking dry and sunny skies for Saturday, but a few models want to rain on you St. Patrick's Day parade. → Read More
Crews cleaning debris from landslide that closed E. Liverpool road
A section Dresden Avenue is closed after part of a hill slid down onto the road. → Read More
Next system snowfall totals explained
As the east coast prepares for another Nor'easter, this system will also impact the Valley. → Read More
Ohio, Pennsylvania ranked at bottom of best states to live
Some notice the positive trends, while others say there are reasons for the low numbers. → Read More
Monday will be last day to enjoy sunshine for a while
Monday will be a great day to be outside before more snow and rain return. → Read More
March Weather Outlook: Unsettled with a cooler start
Chief Meteorologist Paul Wetzl explained that March will start off cooler with system after system. Read what it looks like for the rest of the month. → Read More