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4 days ago
- Business
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Demolition underway to make space for Warren's Peninsula Project
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) — A major transformation is underway downtown Warren as crews have begun clearing the way for one of the largest redevelopment projects the city has seen in decades. You may have noticed the skyline changing as demolition crews tear into the bones of the old Reeves Building along Market Street. Vacant for years, the building has become a public safety concern. With the building's demolition, crews are making room for the much-anticipated Peninsula Project — an ambitious plan to turn the stretch of Warren into a vibrant hub for commerce, shopping and entertainment. Plans include opening a new hotel, a food hall and four restaurants. 'I think it's the most exciting thing that has happened to Warren in 100 years,' said Greg Thumm, a local business owner. Thumm is the third generation of the family-owned Thumm's Bike and Clock Shop. Shifting gears since 1909 to stay ahead of the curve, the shop has seen the area come full circle with the planned $160 million transformation of the corridor. 'There's some cool things happening in downtown Warren now. You've got [CharBaney's Wine on the River] next door here, Robins Theatre is a great attraction for out-of-town weekenders that are looking for fun stuff to do,' Thumm said. But the Peninsula Project sticks out. When it's combined with industry, such as Kimberly Clark's plans for Trumbull County, it's got business owners excited about the future. 'They didn't come here for an experiment. They came here for very serious business,' Thumm said. Demolition crews say the teardown of the Reeves Building should take between 30 and 45 days, using powerful equipment to take down the building safely and efficiently. 'You start from the top and work your way down floor by floor,' said Cosmo Iamurri with Proquality Demolition. 'You have more control of the building. You're hitting a lot harder. You're reaching up to the top. It's coming down a lot easier. When you have a wrecking ball, it's like going to a gun show with a baseball bat.' City leaders say the project represents more than just tearing down what's old. It's about laying a foundation for what's to come. 'This is kind of a ghost town over here right now. We think that the Peninsula Project is going to be 180 degrees from what it is,' Thumm said. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-02-2025
- Politics
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Candidates, issues on the May 6th primary ballot in Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana Counties
(WKBN) — Wednesday was the filing deadline for candidates and issues to be placed on the May 6th Primary ballot. No state or federal offices are up for election, but several city councils will be deciding who will serve. Beginning with the candidates who have filed in Trumbull and Columbiana Counties: Warren, Niles, Girard, Hubbard and Lordstown are all electing members to their respective councils. Trumbull County An interesting race is setting up for Democrat for Council at Large. Five candidates are running for three seats. Incumbent Gary Steinbeck has decided not to run. Helen Rucker and Mike O'Brien are also incumbents seeking re-election. They'll be challenged by former councilman Ken MacPherson, Greg Thumm of Thumm's Bike and Clock Shop and Felicia Pruitt Davis. In Warren's second ward, Ron Book and Tina Milner have petitioned to run. Incumbent Andrew Herman has decided not to seek re-election. In the third ward incumbent Greg Greathouse is being challenged by Jeffery Walton. And in the fifth ward, Michael Shrodek is running unopposed since incumbent Tiffany Stanford has decided not to run again. Four candidates are running for the three council at large seats. Jimmy Julian and Mike Lastic are the incumbents. Also running are former service and safety director Ed Stredney and Mindy Devorich. The third incumbent Doug Sollito is running unopposed for Niles Council President. As far as issues, there are two communities asking for additional tax dollars. Champion is asking for an additional 1.6 mills for police and EMS. And Vienna is asking for an additional 3.5 mills for fire and EMS. Columbiana County Incumbent Municipal Judge Kelly Linger of Wellsville is being challenged by Danielle Menning of Leetonia. They're both running as Republicans. And four Republicans have filed to run for council at large is Salem. hey are Mike Weir, Trent Tice, Dennis Plegge and Jim Harrington. George Begalla is the lone Democrat. In November, three will be elected. There are a number of races in Columbiana County where there are a lack of candidates. The most are in East Liverpool where no one filed to run for President of Council, Treasurer or council members in the 1st, 3rd, and 4th wards. And only one person filed for the three positions of council at large. Lisbon needs three more council members, and Wellsville needs two. It's hoped that someone will step up between now and November. As far as issues in Columbiana County, a one percent sales tax renewal will be on the May ballot, and Salem will be looking to renew a quarter-percent income tax. Mahoning County The race that will like generate the most interest will be the Democrat primary for Youngstown Mayor. Incumbent Tito Brown will have a challenger. Brown will be challenged by current 3rd Ward Councilwoman Samantha Turner. Another interesting race will be for the Youngstown City Council President. Incumbents Mike Ray and Anita Davis have filed to take over as President after current President Tom Hetrick decided not to run again. Republican Tracy Randall has also filed and will run against the Ray-Davis winner in November. And though this race will not be decided until November, Democrat Marty Hume has filed to run against Republican Incumbent Renee DiSalvo for Youngstown Municipal Judge. In Struthers, normally a Democrat community, two Republicans are running. In the second ward, Republican Robert Deagan is challenging incumbent Democrat Ron Carcelli. In the 3rd ward, Republican Patrick Bundy is challenging incumbent Democrat Robert Burnside Jr. Those races will be decided in November. As far as issues, one community is asking voters for more tax dollars. Lowellville wants to increase its income tax from 2 percent to 2.5 percent. There's also the renewal of a current expense levy in Austintown, and the Poland Schools are looking to pass a renewal levy that is used for general operations. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
