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See all homes sold in Geauga County, July 15 to July 21
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Geauga County reported from July 15 to July 21. There were 17 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 2,184-square-foot home on Messenger Road in Auburn Township that sold for $415,000.
No charges by grand jury in October officer-involved shooting case in Youngstown
The "no bill" in the case came after the state Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) completed an investigation into the Oct. 12 shooting death of Ricco Acevedo, 45, in the 4300 block of Helena Avenue.
Here’s how Mahoning Valley residents can participate in workforce needs survey
What are some of the struggles you’ve faced as an employee keeping a good jobs?. How can local organizations and businesses address local workforce needs and support workers?. Residents in the Mahoning Valley are being asked to share their experiences about working and living in the area through a...
A new Pennsylvania law protects homeowners against ‘We Buy Houses’ hustlers
A new Pennsylvania law aimed at protecting homeowners from predatory tactics that can strip them of their housing wealth will expand protections already in place in Philadelphia. The state law will regulate third parties in real estate deals called "wholesalers," who sign agreements of sale with homeowners and then sell...
Cool Cat’s Counter closes Belden Village location in Jackson Township
JACKSON TWP. – Cool Cat’s Counter, at 4404 Belden Village St. NW, has closed. Opened in early March, the fast casual restaurant with a 1950s diner vibe occupied a space that has been riddled with quick openings and closings, including Shirley’s Diner and CiCi's Pizza. ...
International Towers residents speak on experience since evacuation
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Demolition of the Realty Building in downtown Youngstown continues. When it gets to the fourth floor, the evacuation notice for more than 150 residents of the International Towers will be lifted. Over 170 residents are still out of their homes, in desperate need of items...
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.
Youngstown man gets two years in prison after pleading guilty to weapons-related charges
A man pleaded guilty on several weapon-related charges and received a 2-year prison sentence. Melvin D. Johnson Jr., 32, of Park heights Avenue, Youngstown pleaded guilty to five counts, including having weapons while under disability, tampering with evidence two counts receiving stolen property and carrying concealed weapon. Johnson, who was...
Taste of Akron is lineup features 19 food trucks, 15 vendors Thursday, followed by Arts Expo
Foodies, unite. It's once again time for the Taste of Akron. The celebration of local foods, a precursor to the 45th annual Akron Arts Expo, will roll into Hardesty Park for an evening of noshing from 5 to 9 p.m. Thursday at 1615 W. Market St. The evening will feature appetizers, entrees and...
Gargano’s owner relives night where Cleveland businesses went up in flames
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Multiple Clark-Fulton neighborhood businesses went up in flames in a blaze that hospitalized a Cleveland firefighter, Lt. Mike Norman confirmed. One of the businesses was a restaurant belonging to WWE Pro Wrestler Johnny Gargano’s father called Gargano’s Restaurant and Catering. Firefighters were called to...
Sheetz to open in Avon with giveaways, more
AVON, Ohio – Sheetz is set to open a store in Avon this week. The convenience store, which will be at 1846 Nagel Road, is scheduled to open Thursday, July 25. It’s located just south of Interstate-90. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Former St. Vincent-St. Mary star LeBron James to be male flag-bearer for United States at 2024 Paris Olympics
Former St. Vincent-St. Mary star and three-time Ohio Mr. Basketball Award winner LeBron James will be the first male basketball player to carry the flag of the United States of America at the opening ceremonies of an Olympics
Dinosaur fun! Jurassic Quest experience coming to Canton Memorial Civic Center
Jurassic Quest, an interactive dinosaur-themed experience for children and families, is coming to the Canton Memorial Civic Center on Sept. 20-22. Attractions include dinosaur shows, lifelike dinosaurs, a fossil exhibit, science and art activities, and bounce houses. Tickets cost $22 and $36. CANTON − Kids and families will have an...
Summit County Fair opens this week; kids under 15 get in free 1 day
TALLMADGE, Ohio – The Summit County Fair is scheduled for July 23-28 at the fairgrounds in Tallmadge, located at 229 E. Howe Road. A family tradition since 1850, the fair offers 4-H and open-class exhibits in livestock, horticulture, floraculture, domestic arts, culinary arts and fine arts. More than 250 food and commercial vendors will be spread out across the 66-acre fairgrounds, according to event organizers.
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