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Tree removal at AMHA complex in Cuyahoga Falls puzzles residents; agency explains reasons
Residents at the Maplewood Gardens in Cuyahoga Falls became curious Monday when workers began cutting down shade trees at the apartment complex. One resident, who asked that her name not be used, said the trees provided shade and an aesthetic appeal to the nine apartment buildings, located near Wyoga Lake and Walsh Jesuit...
Carnation queen hopefuls get crash course in interviewing
The 16 young ladies vying for the title of 2024 Greater Alliance Carnation Festival queen will hit the stage tonight at Alliance High School for the annual pageant. The women have spent weeks traveling around the Alliance area learning about businesses, agencies and different aspects of life in the Carnation City. They’ve volunteered at various places, such as Alliance Community Pantry, and met with young people throughout the city. One of the more important aspects of...
Cleveland man who allegedly drove through red light, causing deadly accident held on $250K bond
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The 27-year-old Cleveland man charged for allegedly causing a deadly car accident this month will face a judge Saturday morning. Gerrod White is charged with aggravated vehicular homicide and aggravated vehicular assault. At his arraignment Saturday morning in Cleveland Municipal Court, White’s bond was set at...
Aultman Alliance nets American Heart Association honors
Aultman Alliance Community Hospital has received two honors from the American Heart Association for its care of heart patients. AACH received American Heart Association’s Get With The Guidelines-Coronary Artery Disease STEMI Referring Center Gold Plus recognition, as well as the Get With The Guidelines-Coronary Artery Disease Rural Recognition silver recognition. ...
'Many tears.' Canton choir reflects on singing during D-Day anniversary in France
CANTON − Earlier this month, the Chancel Choir at Christ Presbyterian Church took part in a historic event — the Paris Choral Festival commemorating the 80th anniversary of D-Day and the liberation of France. About 75 people made the nine-day trip, said Heather Cooper, Christ Presbyterian's director of music and organist since 2019....
Trinity Block in Lakewood adds Body Fit Training
LAKEWOOD, Ohio -- For all those who pray at the altar of health and fitness, Body Fit Training (BFT) will soon be opening up operations inside the former Trinity Lutheran Church. Making its Northeast Ohio debut, the fitness program offers a blend of scientifically backed training methods designed to cater...
Lexington man, Battle of the Bulge survivor, reflects on incredible 100 years
Wilbur Streib of Lexington turned 100 Saturday, but he is no regular centenarian. Just 120,000 servicemen who fought in World War II are alive today, according to to U.S. military historical statistics from January. Fewer fought at the Battle of the Bulge, as Streib did. ...
Mega Millions jackpot worth $306 million: See the winning lottery numbers for July 26, 2024
CLEVELAND — Although nobody hit the $306 million jackpot in the Mega Millions drawing on Friday, July 26, 2024, lottery officials say there were thousands of other winners who hit smaller prizes throughout Ohio. SUBSCRIBE: Get the day's top headlines sent to your inbox each weekday morning with the...
Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania Brace for Weekend Heat
Pittsburgh, PA – Eastern Ohio and Western Pennsylvania are set to experience a significant rise in temperatures this weekend, with highs reaching up to 90 degrees. Residents can expect clear skies and sunny conditions, making it a perfect time for outdoor activities, albeit with some caution due to the heat.
No Bones About It: Ohio Should Elect Donnelly, Stewart and Forbes to Ohio Supreme Court by C. Ellen Connally
In 2017, Michael Berkheimer went to dinner at Wings on Brookwood, a family-owned and -operated restaurant in Hamilton, Ohio. Berkheimer placed his usual order of boneless chicken wings with parmesan garlic. While eating his second boneless wing he felt like something went down the wrong way. Berkheimer went to the...
Vance argued for higher tax rate on childless Americans in 2021 interview
As former President Donald Trump's new running mate, JD Vance, faces renewed scrutiny over his previous comments criticizing childless individuals, an unearthed 2021 interview shows the Ohio senator advocating for higher taxes on Americans without children. The comments came in a 2021 episode of The Charlie Kirk Show podcast, where...
Beloit woman who was struck by train dies from injuries
SEBRING – A Beloit woman who was struck by a train earlier this month has died from her injuries. The Ohio State Highway Patrol confirmed that 21-year-old Allison Carter was pronounced dead at 4:25 p.m. Friday at Summa Health System Akron Campus. "She fought. She really did," her mother Cindy Masters said. "It has...
Registration begins for the 2024 Aurora Police Golf Outing
Registration has begun for the 2024 Aurora Police Golf Outing. The outing, to benefit the Aurora Police Foundation, will be Sept. 26 at Barrington Golf Club, 350 N. Aurora Road. Go to aurorapolicefoundation.com/golf-outing-2024 to register and for cost information. Hole sponsorships are also available, and donations are accepted. ...
Ohio city's new homeownership program offers $10,000 for down payment assistance
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKRC) - An Ohio city's new homeownership program offers $10,000 for down payment assistance. According to WKBN, a new program called "At Home in Youngstown" aims to increase homeownership in the city. Per the outlet, it is a result of $5 million obtained through the American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA).
Four finalists present approaches for the Akron Innerbelt project
Dominic Moore-Dunson greeted residents as they approached a white poster colored in sticky notes. Pink. Green. Blue. Orange. The poster’s written prompt served as a pleasant entry point to discuss the Akron Innerbelt, one of Akron’s most damaging past failures: “What moves you? (physically, emotionally, mentally, spiritually, etc.)”
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