
Erin Simonek
Weekday Anchor and Nightside Reporter at WFMJ-TV (Youngstown, OH)
📺11 p.m. Weekday Anchor & Nightside Reporter @21wfmjnews. ⚡️@KentStateMDJ alum.
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1 week ago |
wfmj.com | Erin Simonek
Since 1919, The United Way of Youngstown and the Mahoning Valley have continued to improve the quality of life for thousands. Through the heart of its donors, volunteers, and board members, their life-changing work has earned them the reputation of being a top non-profit in the area. Hundreds of volunteers and donors gathered at The Lake Club Thursday to celebrate the local chapter's victories in the past year, including its record-breaking fundraising number of $3,751,520 in 2024.
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2 weeks ago |
wfmj.com | Erin Simonek
News"For two weeks, we've spent our time trying to respond to the negativity instead of doing work that we need to be doing, in a productive manner," Asst. Fire Chief Jillian Smith concluded. "I am looking forward to putting this behind us."Last month, 21 News reported on a handful of Ellsworth Township residents who weren't happy with their fire department. Their concerns center around slow response times and limited staffing but the fire department is now pushing back.
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2 weeks ago |
wfmj.com | Erin Simonek
NewsThe comments involve Lordstown Police officers picking up security shifts at Ultium Cells and practicing unethical behavior, which Chief Milhoan says is not true. Lordstown Police Chief Brent Milhoan is calling for the Bureau of Criminal Investigation (BCI) to look into "accusatory comments" made about his department during a council meeting last month.
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2 weeks ago |
wfmj.com | Erin Simonek
NewsIn a room filled with Republican donors and elected officials, Ramaswamy spoke on his vision for the state, which includes growing businesses, raising children, and promoting education. It's a massive celebration that raises thousands for Mahoning County's Republican Party. The Lincoln Day Dinner welcomes a keynote speaker each year and Former Vice Presidential Candidate Vivek Ramaswamy made a stop in the Valley.
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3 weeks ago |
wfmj.com | Erin Simonek
NewsThe township is in the process of collecting water samples at nearby homes. The township supervisors are still waiting on a formal application from Amerikohl Aggregates. Some people living in one Mercer County community continue to voice their strong opposition over a proposed gravel mining operation. From wildlife safety to quality of life concerns, neighbors in Springfield Township say it's a battle they know all too well and they're fighting to keep the land mine out of their town.
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"The Chief is passionate about his community and it's disheartening it has come to this," Sgt. Griffith said. "We take time away from our families and want to be here for the community." https://t.co/qumOXvbHtn

BREAKING: SIX Craig Beach Police officers announced they're resigning, claiming they are "tired of being disrespected and micromanaged." What led to this abrupt decision @21WFMJNews