Katherine Simon

1 week ago | wkbn.com | Katherine Simon

(WKBN) – Summer is right around the corner, and while people may be looking forward to the warmer weather, veterinarians are reminding pet owners to keep an eye on their furry friends. Veterinarian Dr. Maureen Altman said if it’s hot for people, it’s even hotter for pets. She said on hot days, try to take them for walks in the early morning or evening. The main thing is to pay attention — if they’re showing signs of getting too hot, stop and let them cool down.

1 week ago | wkbn.com | Katherine Simon

SPRINGFIELD TWP., Ohio (WKBN) – All weekend, the men and women who died while serving in the U.S. Military are being honored. In Springfield Township, VFW Post 2799 held a Memorial Day service on Sunday to remember them. A crowd watched the service in the front lawn, complete with readings, a wreath laying, a salute and national anthem. After the service, those in attendance enjoyed a meal inside. “It keeps their memories alive.

2 weeks ago | wkbn.com | Katherine Simon

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – A resource fair is happening next week in Youngstown to help people in recovery or reentry, or those who need support. The Community Initiative to Reduce Violence (CIRV) is hosting its annual Hope Conference. More than 100 different agencies and vendors will be there, offering things like employment help, legal aid, childcare, driver’s licenses, mental health resources and much more. There will also be translators to help with any language barriers.

2 weeks ago | yahoo.com | Katherine Simon

BROOKFIELD, Ohio (WKBN) — A piece of Trumbull County’s history is up for sale that may draw the attention of Brookfield alumni. Read next: Roads closed for ‘major gas leak’ Monday, the Brookfield School District is auctioning off its old football field and bleachers. Up until last year, this was where the school’s football team played, but safety concerns forced the school to stop using this facility.

3 weeks ago | wkbn.com | Katherine Simon

SHARON, Pa. (WKBN) – Penn State’s Board of Trustees is continuing talks over which branch campuses will close, and the Shenango campus in Sharon is one that may be cut. Wednesday was the day the Board was supposed to be voting on their recommendation of which Penn State branch campuses would close, but after the last discussion, they decided they needed some more time. So, the board will meet again in an executive session to continue their talks.