Staff report A variety of events are taking place throughout the Mahoning Valley to celebrate Independence Day and the nation’s 250th birthday. They include: FRIDAY CANFIELD — There will be a fireworks show at 9:45 p.m. at the Canfield Fairgrounds. Gates open at 5 p.m. with live ...

MESPO CELEBRATION: The Mesopotamia Township trustees will host a dedication ceremony at 6 p.m. Saturday across from the End of the Commons General Store in Mesopotamia for the new 50-foot flagpole. The brief dedication ceremony will thank John Pavlic, the volunteers and the people who donated ...

• NEWTON TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES will have a special meeting at 9 a.m. Wednesday at the township administration building to discuss Scott Street sewer issues and possible litigation. Action may be taken at this meeting. • NEWTON FALLS VILLAGE COUNCIL will meet at 6 p.m. Wednesday at the ...

DIG INTO TRUMBULL COUNTY’S PAST: Children can dig into Trumbull County’s past this summer at a hands-on archaeology summer camp for ages 8 to 14. The camp, which is hosted by the Trumbull County Historical Society, will be 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. July 8 to 10 at Center Brook Manor, 8745 ...

• LAKEVIEW BOARD OF EDUCATION will meet at 5 p.m. Monday at the high school media center for a work session followed by the regular meeting at 6 p.m.. • LORDSTOWN FINANCE COMMITTEE will meet at 6 p.m. Monday at the village municipal building. • BROOKFIELD TOWNSHIP TRUSTEES will meet ...

YOUNGSTOWN — Belmont Pines Hospital recently announced the launch of their inaugural Belmont Buddies Awards. Belmont Buddies recipients are regional community organizations that provide opportunities for children and adolescents to experience safe and nurturing summer experiences. As part ...