Leslie Huff

Youngstown

Multimedia Journalist at WFMJ-TV (Youngstown, OH)

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Electric energy rates set to increase in city of Warren

1 week ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsNOPEC customers could see a 10 to 15 % increase on their bills for the next 3 to 5 years. WARREN, Ohio - During a public utilities meeting in Warren on Tuesday, Third Ward Councilman Greg Greathouse invited Tony Ramos, the relationship manager of the Northeast Ohio Public Energy Council (NOPEC), to explain the reasons behind the increase in electric rates.
Survivors look back on deadly 1985 tornado in Niles

1 week ago | wfmj.com | agoBy Leslie Huff |Leslie Huff

NewsOn May 31, 1985, an F5 tornado hit parts of Trumbull County, killing twelve people, including nine in Niles. NILES, Ohio - Forty years ago, one of the most violent tornadoes in Ohio hit the Mahoning Valley. On May 31, 1985, an F5 tornado struck parts of Trumbull County. Twelve people were killed in Ohio, and nine of them were in Niles.
Proposed state bill would restrict schools from promoting levies before election day

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsAccording to the representatives, this measure would prevent tax dollars from being used for election purposes. Ohio - If House Bill 264 becomes law, public schools and government agencies will be prohibited from sharing information about ballot issues, like school levies, 30 days before election day. This proposal has left schools leaders like Poland Local School Superintendent Craig Hockenberry frustrated.
Relocation talks for future of Poland Library continue

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsThe director said a specific relocation site is unknown at this point. In Poland on Thursday, board members of the Public Library of Youngstown and Mahoning County (PLYMC) met with the public to discuss the long road ahead. On Tuesday the board voted to explore the relocation of Poland Library. "Exploring an alternate location is going to be a significant and long process." PLYMC Director and CEO, Aimee Fifarek said. Two years ago the board renovated the library.
Struthers plans downtown safety upgrades without major disruptions

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsIn an effort to prevent current and future projects from impacting businesses and residents, the mayor says consistent communication is key. The construction in downtown Struthers is hard to miss. Multiple projects are underway including a gas line project by Enbridge Gas and a water replacement project by Aqua. Mayor Catherine Cercone Miller said Aqua is awaiting a permit that would allow them to create a tunnel underneath the railroad tracks to install utilities.
Youngstown Business Incubator hosts inaugural manufacturing expo

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsThe event was held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to educate local manufacturers about advancements in the industry. On Tuesday the the halls of the Eastwood Expo Centre in Niles were filled with manufacturers for the Youngstown Business Incubator's first Advanced Manufacturing User Expo. The event was held from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. to educate and attract local manufacturers about advancements in the manufacturing industry.
Source: Insight Hospital and Medical Center plan on reopening ER department

2 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsTrumbull County Commissioner Denny Malloy told 21 News that the plans were discussed last week, but nothing has been confirmed. During a meeting last week with Insight, union leaders learned about the company's goal of reopening the emergency department by June 1. While discussions continue, some remain skeptical about staffing and functionality of the hospital.
Penn State trustees meet Thursday to discuss future of Shenango, other campuses

3 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsThe meeting will be live-streamed. A report accidentally released by Penn State shows that trustees recommend closing the Shenango campus. The closures will be discussed at a special trustees meeting set for Thursday. Jake Rickert, a Penn State Shenango alum and associate executive director of the Penn-Northwest Development Corporation, stated that a closure would be detrimental to the county.
Local leaders, organizers react to possible Penn State Shenango closure

3 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsUniversity trustees are getting ready to decide whether to keep the campus open or shutter it for good. A report accidentally released by Penn State shows that trustees recommend closing the Shenango campus. While the closure was discussed Thursday, a formal vote is scheduled for FridayJake Rickert, a Penn State Shenango alum and associate executive director of the Penn-Northwest Development Corporation, stated that a closure would be detrimental to the county.
Facebook scheme targets the hungry, attempts to collect personal data

3 weeks ago | wfmj.com | Leslie Huff

NewsThe personal data is collected for third parties to sell items to the users. A recent trend on social media has seen posts offering free food in exchange for completing a survey. These posts have been appearing frequently in a Facebook group for Columbiana County, which prompted 21 News to investigate further. The posts appear helpful and promise free groceries to families in need. They claim to be tied to food assistance groups, but the food is never provided.