Lattes with Representative Nick Santucci in Warren
The Youngstown-Warren Regional Chamber welcomed people at the Warren Library for Friday's event.
Santucci talked about current work being down in the statehouse, and people were able to ask direct questions or concerns they think he should address.
The next Lattes with Legislators event is April 25 with State Representative Monica Robb Blasdel at Sabi's in Columbiana.
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