WARREN — Twenty youth from area high schools and colleges were praised for their dedicated service to others and their communities at the 13th annual Twenty Under 20 awards dinner Wednesday at DiVieste’s Banquet Center.

The annual event was attended by more than 230 people and was hosted by the Tribune Chronicle, AVI Food Systems and Akron’s Children Mahoning Valley to recognize the many achievements and honors of those age 20 and under.

This year’s top winner was Newton Falls High School senior Ellie Falb, who also was a member of the Twenty Under 20 Class last year.

“I am so surprised. Thank you so much for this incredible honor,” Falb said.

Ted Snyder, general manager of the Tribune Chronicle, said the Twenty Under 20 award was designed as a flame to represent the burning desire of

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