The parade received over 100 entries, featuring groups and organizations from around the Mahoning Valley, including 12 different marching bands, sponsored by the title sponsor, WesBanco.
Each music program that participated as a marching band received $1,000 for their school.
Additionally, three schools were honored with the "Most Spirited" award, including:
West Branch Warriors in first place
Niles Red Dragons in second place
Austintown Fitch Falcons in third place
OH WOW! The Roger & Gloria Jones Children's Center for Science & Technology saw over 1,200 families and over 1,000 photos were taken with Santa Claus.
In addition to parade-goers, crafters and vendors were "well supported by the crowds" at the Holiday Flea on Phelps, and Downtown Youngstown bars and other restaurants wer

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