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Quiet start, potentially stormy finish to Monday
Quiet weather is expected to continue through Monday morning, with high temperatures reaching the upper 80s. Showers and storms could potentially develop this afternoon as a cold front drops through the region. Some stronger storms could contain gusty winds and small hail. These scattered storms could impact the evening commute...
Assaults continue at Indian River youth prison in Massillon, reviews underway
Assaults have continued at Indian River Juvenile Correctional Facility in Massillon and other sites run by the Ohio Department of Youth Services more than six months after a newspaper investigation revealed unsafe conditions at state prisons for youths. The Ohio State Highway Patrol is investigating two incidents — one involving a staff member...
Area news in brief for Aug. 5
KNOX TRUSTEES – Knox Township trustees plan a regular meeting at 7 p.m. Tuesday at 2895 Knox School Road. Trustees convene at 6:45 p.m. to review bills. LIBRARIES CLOSED – Rodman Public Library and the Branch Library will be closed all day Saturday due to the Greater Alliance Carnation Festival's Grand Parade. ...
Ravenna Rocks returns, and Julie Piccione-Beach will be hailed at Honorary Way
The Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce is planning a full day of activity on Aug. 10, with the Ravenna Rocks concert series, the Honorary Way ceremony and fireworks in the city for the first time in decades. ...
What's new at the Mu? Fun Fest set for Aug. 10
MCTV, the Massillon Museum and the Downtown Massillon Association has invited families to participate in the 27th annual Fun Fest, which will run 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Aug. 10. Fun Fest is a lively, safe, educational, entertaining and enriching experience. The outdoor event will be centered on the lawn at the Massillon...
Meet park rangers Tuesday on National Night Out at Atwood Lake and Senecaville Lake parks
NEW PHILADELPHIA− Community members can meet rangers with the Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District during the National Night Out event from 5 to 8 p.m. Tuesday, at Atwood Lake Park in Mineral City and Seneca Lake Parks in Senecaville. Gate admission will be free and the first 150 guests will receive free hotdogs, chips and water. National Night Out is an annual celebration aimed at creating a stronger sense of community, strengthening police-community relationships, and encouraging partnerships with police to prevent crime. For more information visit www.natw.org. This article originally appeared on The Times-Reporter: Meet park rangers Tuesday on National Night Out at Atwood Lake and Senecaville Lake parks
Ravenna Township's Bramley Trailer Park Residents Urged to Stay Indoors Amidst Flooding
Residents of Bramley Trailer Park in Ravenna Township are currently being advised to stay inside their homes amidst a flood that has swept through their community. This directive was issued by the Ravenna Township Fire Department as they work to manage the situation. News 5 Cleveland reported that the flood brought high water levels to the streets of the trailer park, creating potentially hidden dangers that could be lurking beneath the surface. To address these risks, residents have been cautioned against walking or driving in the area.
Summit Church celebrates 100th anniversary
A church in McDonald celebrated its 100th anniversary on Sunday. Summit Church has been serving the McDonald and the surrounding communities since 1924. Senior Pastor Luke Breese says while their main focus is Jesus, they hope to bring others into the congregation. "We're here to make disciples, we're here to...
Nine most expensive homes sold in Portage County, July 22-28
A house in Aurora that sold for $650,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Portage County in the past week. In total, nine residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $347,767. The average price per square foot was $189.
WIN STREAK REACHES FIVE FOR SCRAPPERS
NILES, Ohio — The Mahoning Valley Scrappers extended their MLB Draft League-best win streak to five games on Saturday night with a 4-2 victory over the Williamsport Crosscutters at Eastwood Field. Coming off wins against West Virginia and State College, the Scrappers returned home to begin a brief two-game...
CENTRAL COMES UP JUST SHORT IN WORLD SERIES FINAL
KIRKLAND WA– The Steel Valley All Stars (SVAS), a 14U girls’ softball team with players from Boardman, Canfield, Poland, and Struthers, representing Ohio as the Central Division Champions, lost today in the Junior League World Series Championship game to a talented team from the Europe-Africa Region by a score of 5-3.
The New Orleans Saints Will Trade Alvin Kamara to the Cleveland Browns
With the NFL offseason comes predictions and bold takes. That specifically happens with trades that could happen before the season or the deadline. With that in mind, Alvin Kamara becomes an intriguing trade option, and if he is traded, it will be to the Cleveland Browns. The New Orleans Saints...
Cleveland Browns star Benjamin Gay dies in horrific car accident at 44 – as tributes pour out for the dad of three
A FORMER NFL star of the Cleveland Browns has died at 44 in a tragic car accident. Benjamin Gay, who was a running back for the Ohio team for one season in 2001, died on July 29. Gay was a fan-favorite during his season with the Cleveland Browns, according to local outlet the Akron Beacon […]
Browns holding vote to see which logo should be at midfield in 2024
For the third straight year, the Cleveland Browns are holding a vote among fans to see which logo will appear at midfield for the 2024 season. Here are the three options, and you can cast your official vote here. Option 1 - Brownie the Elf. Option 2 - Browns Helmet.