Coffee in hand, Niles? We've got the latest town updates for you. Keep reading to stay in the loop. ☕️️
In today's newsletter:
- What new summer experiences Niles kids get from the library’s grant
- How Niles fans turned Scrappers opening night into a packed-house tradition
Today's riddle: What did the carpenter ant say when he walked into the bar? 🤔 (Answer below!)
Weather forecast:
- Wednesday: Mostly sunny and warm, with a high of 81 and low of 51 degrees.
- Thursday: Partly sunny and warm, temps: high: 82, low: 59.
- Friday: Partly sunny and very warm, with a high of 86 and low of 65 degrees.
🌶 Hot!
📰 News we're reading
• Niles library awarded federal grant (tribtoday.com) — Niles’ McKinley Memorial Library just secured a federal grant that will cover most costs for two major summer reading events for local families. Kids can meet animals at Saturday’s Pony Time Ranch kickoff and then return Aug. 1 to pan for and keep gems with Moonstone Mining Company, all supported by the State Library of Ohio and IMLS.

• Locals pack the stands for the Mahoning Valley Scrappers' first game of the season (wkbn.com) — Niles baseball fans packed 7 17 Credit Union Field on Tuesday as the Mahoning Valley Scrappers opened their season at home. Residents described the game as a beloved local tradition, helped by giveaways like Margaritaville shirts and seat cushions, and emphasized how affordable tickets make it easy to support a hometown team and nearby small businesses.

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Saturday June 6
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Art Roulette →
Cadence Coffeehouse and Creperie, 31 N Main St, Niles
10:00 am
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🗓 Events Nearby
Wednesday June 3
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Youth Volleyball Camp
McDonald Local
McDonald High School, 600 Iowa Ave, McDonald, OH 44437, USA
10:00 am
Thursday June 4
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Track & Field State Championship Meet
McDonald Local
Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium, 2450 Fred Taylor Dr, Columbus, OH
Friday June 5
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Track & Field State Championship
McDonald Local
Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium, 2450 Fred Taylor Dr, Columbus, OH
Monday June 8
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Plant & Sip Victory Garden
Trumbull Neighborhood Partnership
York Ave Church of God, 872 York Ave SW, Warren, OH 44485, USA
5:30 pm
Tuesday June 9
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Board of Education Meeting
Youngstown City School District
Choffin Career & Technical Center, 200 E Wood St, Youngstown, O
5:00 pm
Friday July 31
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Danny Christian →
Barrel 33, 8208 E Market St, Warren
7:00 pm
Saturday September 12
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Health And Wellness Fair →
Metroplex Expo Center, 1620 Motor Inn Dr, Girard
10:00 am
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LGBTQ Health Care Fair — Rae' Safe Haven →
Metroplex Expo Center, 1620 Motor Inn Dr, Girard
10:00 am
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💬 Chatter
What your neighbors are talking about on social media
- Still trying to find a great vet here that's reasonable.
Can't find one in Niles. Any suggestions? Thank you. (Nextdoor Niles Southside)
- Do any of you make your own compost?
I plan to plant some hostas in a large pot to go on my front porch and it was suggested to add 1 part compost (brown and green materials) to 4 parts… (Nextdoor Royal Mall)
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Dave & Buster's, Inc. posted a job opening for Restaurant Manager in Niles. Apply here.
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Newell Brands, Inc. posted a job opening for Yankee Candle - Retail Sales Associate - Niles, OH in Niles. Apply here. You can search for other jobs near Niles here.
🗞 Nearby News
Girard
- Girard OKs shared services deal with Liberty for bus mechanic (tribtoday.com)
- OL Dylan Latell picks Virginia Tech: 'I knew the second I got to hang out with the players' (on3.com)
- Cars to shine at show (tribtoday.com)
Warren
- Fundraiser underway for Warren animal shelter (wfmj.com)
- Prosecutor says charges will not be filed in October officer-involved shooting in Warren (wkbn.com)
- District continues to search for solutions to reduce absences (wkbn.com)
Ok Niles! So now you're in the loop about what's happening today. Thanks for reading, and see you in your inbox next time! Oh -- and if you like what you're reading, invite a friend to Patch AM!
-- The Patch AM Team
P.S. The answer to today's riddle: Is the bar tender here? (Thank you W. M. for sending it in!)
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