WARREN, Ohio — Local officials and industry representatives offered a measuredly optimistic outlook for Mercer County’s economy during the fourth annual Mercer County Economic Summit at Grove City College. Plus, Sue Filipovich has assumed full ownership of Burgan Real Estate, marking a shift as the family-run company transitions to new leadership. And local marketing profess...

YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio – A pilot program will debut in June that will help fill the need for maintenance technicians at manufacturing companies. The Mahoning Valley Manufacturers Coalition developed the Technician Fast Track program with the Ohio Manufacturers’ Association.  The program gives manufacturers a way to train workers for the much-needed maintenance technician posi...

By John StewartChief Investment Officer at Farmers Trust Co. Week in Review: Much Needed Relief After five straight down weeks for the market, stocks finally bounced back this past week on hopes of a de-escalation in the Iran war situation. The Iranian president released a statement that gave no details about any forthcoming deal with […]

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VIENNA, Ohio – The Builders Association of Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania is entering 2026 with strong momentum and a clear focus – with growing opportunity for members, expanding workforce efforts and investing in the region’s future. “We’re only in the first quarter of the year, and we’re already up 12 percent in manhours compared […]

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Master Park Martial Arts International has been training children and adults for over 55 years. Located at 212 Boardman Canfield Road, Boardman, Ohio, the school teaches hapkiyudo, taekwondo, karate, judo, jujitsu, dahn, tai chi, kigong, self-defense, breathing, meditation and wellness training. Master Park, founder, continues to be active in teaching, and offers private, se...