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Olmsted Falls City School District revokes 4-year-old’s kindergarten entry
OLMSTED FALLS, Ohio (WOIO) - New shoes. New clothes. New teacher. Four-year-old Matt Perez was extremely excited to attend the Olmsted Falls City School District during the 2024-2025 school year as a kindergartner. “He’s always been kind of smart – people tell me that,” Mother of Matt, Sara Perez said....
School begins for many Medina County students
MEDINA — Ella Canavan Elementary School students walked to school on Monday, many with umbrellas in hand, prepared for the first day of Medina Schools’ 2024-25 school year. For many students in Medina Schools, Monday was not just the first day of a new school year, but the...
Bus driver shortage forces Northeast Ohio kids to walk up to 2 miles to school
NORTH RIDGEVILLE, Ohio (WOIO) - There is a bus driver shortage forcing kids to walk to and from school that live in a two-mile radius. Some parents argue it’s not fair or safe. But, schools are pushing back and said they’re trying their best to fill these spots.
Wadsworth looking into high fees from payment processing service
WADSWORTH — The city is figuring out how best to move forward with its online payment service, Tyler Technologies Payment, after receiving thousands of dollars in fees. Residents of Wadsworth who pay their utilities through the city’s online portal pay to Tyler Technologies Payment. The payments are collected and then remitted to the city after fees are taken out by Tyler Technologies for using the service. Wadsworth Assistant Service Director Mike Testa said recently the city was hit with larger fees than expected, prompting questions.
11 Investigates: Turnpike director promises changes to eliminate unexpected invoices, long wait times
BEREA, Ohio — Two days before last week’s deadly turnpike crashes, Ferzan Ahmed, the Ohio Turnpike Commission’s executive director, leaned forward in a chair in a conference room inside the turnpike’s Berea headquarters. Occasionally, he thumped his hand against the table or his chest. “Obviously our...
State, internal investigations detail allegations against former Grafton Village Administrator
Editor’s Note: This story has been edited to reflect that Joe Price said that neither he nor former Mayor David DiVencenzo were interviewed by the Ohio Civil Rights Commission. Investigations from the Ohio Civil Rights Commission and the village of Grafton shared with The Chronicle detail the allegations of...
It’s back to school, and the Medina County District Library is raising its hand to help teachers and students
MEDINA, Ohio -- Now is a very busy time for teachers of all grade levels and for students of all ages. The Medina City Schools officially began classes today (Aug. 19). Older siblings are heading off to the college of their choice, ready to move into dormitories, make new friends and concentrate on higher-level academic subjects.
From the desk of Mayor Sam Alai
Thank you to everyone for another wonderful Home Days celebration in Broadview Heights! As always, the community came together and spent four days playing games, eating delicious food and, most importantly, enjoying time together. Our annual summer festival is one my favorite events because it gives me a chance to...
Copley-Fairlawn unveils new stadium to the public
COPLEY — The Copley and Fairlawn communities got their first look at the newly completed Copley High School football stadium at a ribbon cutting ceremony Aug. 20. “This is a powerful symbol of progress and unity,” Copley-Fairlawn City Schools Superintendent Aimee Kirsch said. “Not just a place for games … but a foundation for success on and off the field.”
Portions of 277/224, Kenmore Closed in Akron
AKRON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – Except for peak rush hour times, travel into and through Akron on the beltway system this Summer has been smooth. Effective Monday morning, I-277/Route 224 WESTBOUND is closed for three weeks for all-new pavement and some major bridge repairs. Concurrent with that...
Brunswick Hills comprehensive plan steering committee reviews initial results of community survey
BRUNSWICK HILLS — According to a community survey, many Brunswick Hills residents value the township’s rural atmosphere and have concerns about overdevelopment. The Brunswick Hills comprehensive plan steering committee reviewed the initial survey results during its meeting on Monday. The survey sought feedback from the community regarding the township’s strengths and weaknesses as Brunswick Hills works toward updating its comprehensive plan.
Construction on Olmsted Township’s Stearns Road bridge nears completion
OLMSTED TOWNSHIP, Ohio -- Roughly 16 months after construction began, the widening of the Stearns Road bridge over the Ohio Turnpike is nearing completion. After being closed completely for months, the popular thoroughfare opened to southbound-only traffic last fall. If you purchase a product or register for an account through...
Prominent Democrats mull challenging Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb in 2025
CHICAGO—Former state Sen. Nina Turner said Wednesday she’s been approached about challenging Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb next year. And Turner isn’t the only one open to a 2025 mayoral run -- Cleveland City Council President Blaine Griffin also says he’s not ruling out the idea. If...
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