Derek Johnson

Sports Reporter · Youngstown, OH

Derek Johnson has been covering high school sports in the Mahoning Valley for the last eight years and is a proud graduate of Youngstown State University. His deep knowledge of local teams and players allows him to write with authenticity and passion, bringing the thrill of the game to life.

5 stories from Derek Johnson in Youngstown

Sports•10h

Shenango edges Laurel; claiming Big Seven Conference

Shenango improves to 9-0 and Laurel finishes at 7-3 as both will enter the WPIAL tournament next week.

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Health•15h

Local OB/GYN discusses shortage in the region

Earlier this week, Mercy Health announced it would be ending labor and delivery services at St. Joseph in Warren. One of the reasons for the closure was the lack of OB/GYNs in the region.

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Dining•19h

Mystery on the menu with reported hauntings at Lowellville restaurant

Employees have reported hearing strange noises, items moving and even an apparition in the mirror.

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Sports•23h

Game of the Week to feature all-local playoff matchup

The second season is set to begin; WKBN has a local matchup scheduled for this Friday when Columbiana takes on Brookfield.

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Sports•Yesterday

FDA warns cinnamon brand could be contaminated just ahead of holiday baking season

Ground cinnamon is being recalled in 14 states just as holiday baking gets underway.

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