The Greater Youngstown Italian Fest has been canceled this year. “After much debate and discussion, the Italian American Foundation of Youngstown feels that we could not provide the successful and quality product … the Mahoning Valley has come to expect and so richly deserves,” John Rossetti, president of the festival, wrote in a Facebook post.

“Please know that many factors went into this decision. Ultimately, the Fest could not produce a viable product for the public to enjoy in 2024.” The festival had been scheduled for Aug. 2-4 on East Federal Street, downtown.