Intern Digs Deep into Native Plants Initiative
Jillian Lemons, a Youngstown State University student, talks about her passion for native plant conservation.
Demolitions Clear Prime Corridor in Campbell
Three beyond-repair buildings on Robinson Road in Campbell have been demolished, clearing the way for new development in an area long marked by blight.
$7 Million Sought for Local Brownfield Projects
The Mahoning County Land Bank and its partners are seeking $7 million in state funding for 11 brownfield cleanup initiatives across Mahoning County, including nine in Youngstown.
Employee Spotlight: Jasmine Handy, Mario D’Amato and Jocelyn Borrell
We recently sat down with three new employees to talk about their roles at the Land Bank and why the work is beneficial and rewarding to them.
Land Bank Leaders Hail New Brownfield Funding
Land Bank Chairman Daniel Yemma and Executive Director Deb Flora are cheering the recent approval of $350 million in state funds for brownfield remediation for use in 2024-25.
Employee Spotlight: John Beshara
When political science major John Beshara went looking for an internship during his junior year at Youngstown State University, it was important that he was contributing to not only his resume, but his community. His search led him to YSU’s…
Cleanup at Royal China Site Gains Momentum in Sebring
Community leaders hail progress at long-vacant brownfield site.
Large Grant to Fuel Nearly 600 Demolitions
The Land Bank received $6.8 million in state funding to power demolitions.
Land Bank Relocates to City Centre One
The Mahoning County Land Bank has relocated to the City Centre One building in downtown Youngstown.
Ohio Land Bank Association Seeks Executive Director
The Ohio Land Bank Association is seeking a creative and energetic individual to lead the association as its first executive director.