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Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree hosts disabled veterans
The Knights of Columbus Fourth Degree of the S.K. Leo J. Kane Assembly 836 recently hosted veterans from the Louis Stokes VA Medical Center in Cleveland at their Hall in Geneva for an afternoon of food, Bingo and fun, according to a release from the K of C. The Veterans...
Trans men and PrEP: Providing affirming care despite a nationwide lack of research
Here’s what we know about the relationship between trans men and HIV: not a lot. Only a fraction of the HIV research on LGBTQ+ communities examines data on trans individuals as a demographic group. And only a fraction of that fraction specifically dives into the experiences of trans men.
Voting continues for the best breakfast restaurants in Greater Cleveland (Poll)
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Where is the best breakfast in Greater Cleveland? Voting continues in our search for the best breakfast establishment and we’re as hungry for the answers as you are!. We asked for nominations and they came in droves. We narrowed them down to a list of...
West 29th Street in Cleveland closes for two weeks to expand pedestrian space, host free events, city says
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- The City of Cleveland announced the closing of West 29th Street now through Sept. 8 to expand space for pedestrians and create a “safe, enjoyable area for community use” in the city’s Hingetown neighborhood, according to a news release from the city. During this...
Recent road rage incidents in Northeast Ohio are part of a fast-growing trend across state, nation
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The road rage incident that killed Christopher Andexler in Valley View on Thursday is the latest in a fast-growing trend on roadways across Ohio and the nation. Authorities said Andexler, 41, of Cleveland, died Thursday morning stemming from a shooting at Granger and Brecksville roads. Two...
The Avett Brothers lead massive, folky singalongs at Jacobs Pavilion concert
CLEVELAND, Ohio — If there’s one thing Scott and Seth Avett know well - and I’m sure there’s more than one - it’s how to lead singalongs at concerts. The namesakes of The Avett Brothers implored and led a packed Jacobs Pavilion crowd on Friday night in belting out one song after another. It worked every time.
Taylor Swift Comes To Cleveland
CLEVELAND - Maybe you can't afford a ticket to tylor Swift’s international smash hit of a concert..... but don't worry.... from now until February... you can catch her act... right here in the delta. Taylor Swift: Through The Eras will be on display from now until February 2nd, 2025.
University Hospitals radiation team throws Taylor Swift-themed party for patient on last day of treatment
CLEVELAND — Walking into a cancer treatment center can be scary -- especially if you’re a teenager. But for one patient at the University Hospitals Seidman Cancer Center in Cleveland, just a little bit of music can go a long way. "[Karen Lopez] started requesting Taylor Swift music...
The University of Akron is Named The “Official University of the Cleveland Browns”
The University of Akron has started another semester, this time being “the official university of the Cleveland Browns.” The partnership between the university and the NFL team is set to strengthen multiple opportunities for growth. This partnership will amplify internship opportunities for students across several majors. These internships...
Construction Worker Trapped and Killed in Cleveland Trench Accident (Video)
A tragic incident occurred in Cleveland on Thursday afternoon when a construction worker lost his life after becoming trapped in a collapsed trench. The accident took place at the intersection of Corporate Drive and Industrial Drive, where multiple agencies quickly responded to rescue the trapped man. Despite the combined efforts of several emergency teams, the rescue operation ultimately turned into a recovery mission after it was determined that the man had died.
Warm Weekend Ahead for Cleveland and Northern OH, NWS Flags Potential for Isolated Thunderstorms and Heat Advisory
For those reveling in the recent wave of balmy weather, the trusty National Weather Service in Cleveland offers insights for the weekend and the week ahead that might require some wardrobe adjustments. The bulletin, dispatched early this Saturday morning, promises a continuation of the high pressure centered near the eastern seaboard to govern our weather through Monday. According to the NWS Cleveland, Ohioans can anticipate temperatures to nudge a few degrees higher from Friday’s pleasantness, with highs ranging from the low 80s in northwestern PA to the mid to upper 80s throughout much of northern OH.
Zoo should have disclosed Rainforest closure to those buying annual passes
The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo has announced an overhaul to its beloved Rainforest into a new Primate Forest, and its closure until 2026 (”Cleveland Metroparks Zoo announces shutdown date for RainForest,” cleveland.com, Aug. 15). This is exciting news to employees, patrons of the Zoo, and area residents. While exciting, it also means patrons will have limited access during the winter months -- a time when families with young children look forward to indoor activities such as the Rainforest.
FirstEnergy exec was fired amid bribery probe after his daughter pitched a $44k/month contract, records show
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A former FirstEnergy Corp. executive, fired amid the House Bill 6 bribery scandal, was sent a $44,000 per month contract proposal by his daughter for billboard advertisements, according to new records released in a related lawsuit against the company. The records shed new light on the...
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