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County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Peach Social Car Cruise, plus news from Freedom, Hiram, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The long-awaited time capsule opening took place July 6. Inside the time capsule were, among other things, old newspapers, an old book from the Garrettsville 120th Centennial and a song written about Garrettsville called “Old Garrettsville” that was sung by two girls, according to the James A. Garfield Historical Society, when the time capsule was buried in 1924. Two women sang the song at the time capsule opening.
Concerns raised in regard to Willoughby Tamarac Apartments
A complaint was recently filed with Willoughby Municipal Court in regard to Tamarac Apartments in Willoughby. According to Damel Austin, a nearby resident, he has sent multiple letters of concern to Willoughby City Council and Mayor Robert Fiala in regard to concerns about tall, noxious weeds at the apartment complex, located at 38360 Tamarac Blvd.
Concord Township OKs residential incentive district; Riverside Schools expresses concerns
Concord Township’s trustees recently approved the creation of a new incentive district to collect more revenue from an upcoming residential development and fund township projects,. Meanwhile Riverside Schools officials are expressing concerns about the impact to school finances. The new Ivy Ridge Incentive District will include a plot of...
Lake County Fair 2024 returns July 23-28 with new Expo Wheel, daily pig races
Groups gathered at the Lake County Fairgrounds on July 22 tending to animals, setting up food stands, preparing vendor stalls and more in preparation for the 2024 Lake County Fair. This year’s fair runs July 23-28 at Lake County Fairgrounds, 1301 Mentor Ave. in Painesville Township. Organizers said the...
Solon, Cleveland Metroparks trail eyes ‘26 completion date
The city of Solon in partnership with Cleveland Metroparks is working to develop a new trail starting from SOM Center Road and traveling through Solon and Chagrin Falls. Construction on the trail, 2 miles of which sits in Solon, has started and should be completed in 2026, Sean McDermott, chief planning and design officer at Cleveland Metroparks, told the Cleveland Jewish News.
Lake County PERI chapter preparing for annual picnic
Lake County Public Employee Retirees, Inc. Chapter 28 will hold their Annual Picnic at noon Aug. 1 at Painesville Township Park. Attendees are asked to bring a dish to share and non-perishable food donations. This year St. Noel’s Food Pantry in Willoughby Hills has been selected to receive the donations, according to a news release.
Solon mayor eyes lofty plans for future of city
For Solon Mayor Eddy Kraus, there is a lot to be excited about when it comes to his vision for Solon’s future. “Its exciting to have new construction and new projects going on, its exciting to see it through,” Kraus told the Cleveland Jewish News on July 12, referencing the Rails to Trails project, the former Liberty Ford lot and upgrades to Aurora Road.
Fine Arts Association receives $500,000 from state
The Fine Arts Association has received an award of a $500,000 capital appropriation through House Bill 2, the One-Time Strategic Community Investment Fund, part of the recently passed $4.2 billion biennial state capital bill. According to FAA officials, the allocation will “significantly enhance ongoing efforts to enrich the cultural landscape...
Construction begins on Solon Community Park upgrades
In an effort to update Solon Community Park, construction has begun on phase one of a larger plan – the renovations of Cisar Field and playground, and a community garden. “The park was in much need of a facelift,” Richard Parker, director of recreation, told Cleveland Jewish News, said of all the new additions.
AGENDA: Montville Township Historic Preservation Review Commission Meeting
MONTVILLE TOWNSHIP HISTORIC PRESERVATION REVIEW COMMISSION (HPRC) meeting to be held at the Montville Township Municipal Building, 195 Change Bridge Road on Monday, July 22, 2024 at 7 p.m. AGENDA OPENING Reading of the Public Open Meetings Act "As required by the Open Public Meetings Act, adequate notice of this meeting has been provided with the specified the date, time, and place of the meeting to the extent known at that time. The notice was: - posted on the bulletin board in Town Hall, - published in the Daily Record newspaper, - advertised on the marquee at Town Hall,...
Bike with Solon mayor July 24
Bicycle riders of all ages and abilities can go on a guided bike ride with Solon Mayor Eddy Kraus on July 24 as part of Cuyahoga County’s “Bike with a Mayor” series. The series is intended to allow residents to engage in physical activity with their elected leaders while learning about their city’s efforts to provide greenspace and trails.
Rotary Club of Solon seeks new members
The Rotary Club of Solon meets twice monthly at Marriott Solon Towneplace Suites at 6040 Enterprise Parkway. The Rotary Club started in 2010 and has 30 members, according to a news release. Over the past 14 years, it has raised and contributed over $600,000 for local and international causes, the...
OHHA to livestream from Lake and Shelby County Fairs
Grove City, OH — The Ohio Harness Horsemen’s Association will continue its 2024 Ohio County Fair racing season with livestreaming coverage from the Lake County Fair in Painesville and the Shelby County Fair in Sidney beginning on Tuesday (July 23). On Tuesday, coverage of the 16-race card at...
2024 Commercial Renovation Reimbursement Grant Program
Funded by Wickliffe City Council, the City of Wickliffe offers this program to our community partners to promote reinvestment and restoration of commercial property, as well as to improve the aesthetics of our commercial buildings both of which contribute to the economic growth and prosperity of Wickliffe. Last year we...
EPA gives Greater Cleveland $129.4M for five solar arrays, reforestation
After a regional partnership won a large federal grant, five sites in Greater Cleveland could soon be gaining solar arrays to generate electricity. More than 60 megawatts of electricity could soon be cleanly generated for the Cuyahoga County’s new microgrid Cuyahoga Green Energy plus Cleveland Public Power and Painesville Muni Electric (EPA-APPA). CLICK IMAGES TO ENLARGE THEM.
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