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6 days ago
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Club awards scholarships to local students attending YSU
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – An Italian-American Club formed in 1953 once again awarded scholarships to Mahoning County high school students planning to attend Youngstown State University. Six of the nine students posed for a photo Wednesday before the Wolves Club scholarship banquet at Michael Alberini's restaurant in Boardman. A total of $103,000 in scholarship money was handed out, which was $11,400 per student. 'It's a great organization. Youngstown State University, we're partners, and it's a matching fund as far as, if we give 50, Youngstown State gives 50, so we match our funds. It's one of the few organizations that Youngstown State does that with,' said Chairman Jim Frankino. The scholarship recipients are the following: Paul Armour, of Struthers Robert Carcelli, of Struthers Gianna Clement, of Lowellville Rocco DiLisio, of Ursuline Morgan Hollister, of South Range Ryan Nigh, of Ursuline High Gianna Noble, of Canfield Maximus Scott, of Cardinal Mooney Vincent Tufaro, of Poland Seminary Throughout its 71 years, the Wolves Club has given out $1.4 million in scholarships — all to Mahoning County students attending YSU. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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6 days ago
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James J. Cerenelli, Sr., Youngstown, Ohio
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – James J. 'Jim' Cerenelli, Sr., beloved husband, father, uncle and lifelong public servant, entered into his Eternal Rest on Sunday, May 25, 2025. He was 72. Jim was born July 29, 1952, in Youngstown, the only son of Josephine F. and James M. Cerenelli. Find obituaries from your high school Music soon became his first love, playing saxophone, drums and guitar during his youth. It bloomed into a relationship that would help define his life. Jim polished his musical talents while taking part in several sports at Liberty High School before graduating in 1970. He enrolled briefly at Youngstown State University. He then began his extraordinary life of service and sacrifice by joining the US Marine Corps at the height of the Vietnam War. Jim was stationed in Hawaii, at Parris Island and in Washington, DC. He called his military experience the most meaningful and consequential of his formative years. Upon his honorable discharge, Jim moved to Columbus, where he earned a living as a musician. His love for country and community eventually led him back home to follow in his father's indelible footsteps and join the Liberty Township Police Department. Jim's tenure saw him fulfill practically every conceivable duty, from patrolman to acting chief. He led the detective bureau, completed FBI training at Quantico, Virginia and was part of the Violent Crimes Task Force. He helped bring justice to countless families, imparted wisdom on a generation of officers and kept his community a safer place, all while upholding the highest standards of ethical and professional work. Jim's retirement from the police department in 2002 soon led to his next calling of service, he developed the Public Safety program at Trumbull Career and Tech Center from the ground up. It provided him an opportunity to mold and develop young adults into the same caliber of EMTs, firefighters and dispatchers that he embodied. Perhaps even more importantly, it allowed him to personally impact a host of men and women as a leader, mentor and even a father figure. Even years after his second retirement, those men and women credit him for their career paths and successes. Away from his contributions to the military, law enforcement and education, Jim considered his family the center of his universe. He and his wife, Angie enjoyed 48 years of the strongest, most enduring and complete love that two people could ever hope to share. Their bond gave them two sons, James J., Jr. and Christopher. The pride Jim had in both of them could've only been exceeded by the devotion he had to them. There was simply nothing Jim wouldn't do for his children. Jim adored his two granddaughters, Gianna and Aubrey every bit as much as his children and their bond was as precious as it was deep. Jim also leaves many cousins and dear friends. He was preceded in death by his parents and grandparents. Family and friends may visit and pay tribute to Jim on Monday, June 2, 2025, from 10:30 – 11:30 a.m., at St. Rose Catholic Church, 48 Main Street Girard, OH 44420, where a funeral Mass will be celebrated at the Church at 11:30 a.m., with military honors immediately following. In lieu of flowers, the family requests that donations be made to either Toys for Tots ( Hospice of The Valley ( or Emmanuel Center in Girard ( Arrangements handled by Rossi & Santucci Funeral Home. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of James J. 'Jim' Cerenelli Sr., please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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15-05-2025
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Christopher Bernard, Warren, Ohio
WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Christopher Bernard, 59, passed away Sunday, May 11, 2025, from complications due to congestive heart failure. Christoper was born July 16, 1965, to George and Joan Bernard. Find obituaries from your high school He was a member of Sts. Peter & Paul where he was an altar boy and attended grade school. Christoper was also a 1983 John F. Kennedy High School graduate where he enjoyed playing Football and lifting weights. After graduation, Christoper received a Nursing Degree from Youngstown State University. He worked at numerous hospitals throughout his career as a Cardiac Care and Intensive Care Nurse. He enjoyed cruising his classic cars, riding his motorcycle and body building, where he placed third in the Mr. Ohio Natural Class. Most of all, Christoper cherished spending time with his son, family and friends. He leaves behind a son, Christian; brother, George (Vhari) Bernard and his previous wife and caregiver, Christine (Scala) Bernard. He was preceded in death by his parents, a brother, Joseph and a nephew, Joey. Family and friends may attend a graveside committal service for Christopher on Thursday afternoon, May 22, 2025, at 1:00 p.m., at All Souls Cemetery in Bazetta, 3823 Hoagland Blackstub Road. Arrangements handled by Peter Rossi & Son Memorial Chapel. To send flowers to the family or plant a tree in memory of Christopher Bernard, please visit our floral 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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13-05-2025
- Politics
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YSU faculty union votes to support referendum to repeal Senate Bill 1
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — With 93% of its members voting yes, Youngstown State University's Faculty Union has voted to support a statewide referendum to repeal Senate Bill 1. The bill, which was signed by Gov. Mike DeWine on March 28, bans faculty strikes, limits campus speech and eliminates diversity, equity and inclusion programs. An effort is underway to gather the necessary signatures and place the issue on the November ballot. 'SB 1 fundamentally changes higher education in Ohio. Voters should decide whether this sweeping, expensive legislation becomes law,' said YSU-OEA President Mark Vopat. The union spoke out against the bill after it was passed and began its efforts to start the referendum last month. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed.
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06-05-2025
- Business
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Tressel back at YSU for workforce development
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Ohio Lt. Governor Jim Tressel was back to his old stomping grounds with a visit to Youngstown State University Tuesday. He was there to talk about new development efforts across the state. Tressel, who used to be president of YSU, was introduced by the current President, Bill Johnson. The gathering was inside the Williamson College of Business. which included local business, education, and community leaders. The group is brainstorming ways to retain good workers and recruit new talent to Ohio. It's all part of what Tresel calls 'Ohio's Workforce Playbook' – a nod to his coaching days. Copyright 2025 Nexstar Media, Inc. All rights reserved. This material may not be published, broadcast, rewritten, or redistributed. For the latest news, weather, sports, and streaming video, head to
