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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...
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.
Administrators address loss of middle school teacher
Hudson City School District was set to get the 2024-2025 school year underway with excitement and “some sadness,” according to Superintendent Dana Addis. The sadness related to the loss of eighth-grade teacher Deborah Mancuso who died on Aug. 8. She had taught science at Hudson Middle School for 20 years.
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.
Columbiana 'Witch Walk on Main' prompts mixed reaction from community
It won't be long until the leaves begin to change, and an autumn chill will settle in Columbiana. This time of year means the city's Chamber of Commerce is making their final preparations for the second annual Witch Walk on Main. The event is meant to be a celebration of...
Washington Massillon opens season with win over UK NFL Academy at Nike Kickoff Classic
The third year of the Nike Kickoff Classic, celebrating the start of the high school football season, came with an international twist this year as the UK-based NL Academy faced off against Super 25 team Washington (Massillon, Ohio). On Thursday at Nike World Headquarters in Beaverton, Oregon, the U.S. high...
Warren City Council unanimously votes to support up $3 million from commissioners to save hospitals
Warren City Council met Friday to discuss the looming closure of two hospitals owned by Steward Health in Trumbull County. This meeting came less than 30 minutes after Trumbull County Commissioners met to discuss the same matter. At that meeting, commissioners passed a motion to write a conditional letter of...
Bat tests positive for rabies in Massillon, health department says
MASSILLON − A bat found in the city has tested positive for the rabies virus. The animal has been euthanized and is no longer a threat to public health, the city's health department said Friday in a news release. The department said it recommends residents to be on alert and avoid any...
Browns CB Denzel Ward Makes Call on Retirement After Latest Head Trauma
Cleveland Browns star cornerback Denzel Ward has now suffered five confirmed concussions, but he has no plans to walk away from the game of football. Mary Kay Cabot of Cleveland.com reported on Friday, August 23, that Ward will carry on with his career, adding that the six-year veteran and three-time Pro Bowler never considered hanging up his cleats due to his injuries.
Middleburg Heights gets $5.5 million to clean up former Sears site
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio – Through its Ohio Brownfield Remediation Program, the Ohio Department of Development recently awarded $5,577,831 to Middleburg Heights for use in remediating and demolishing two vacant structures in the Southland Business District. One building is the former Sears department store, and the other is the Sears...
Former Berea Municipal Court clerk Raymond Wohl dies unexpectedly
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio – Former longtime Berea Municipal Court Clerk Raymond J. Wohl, 73, died unexpectedly Aug. 10 in Florida. He retired earlier this year after choosing not to seek re-election last November. Wohl, of Middleburg Heights, had served as clerk since 1993. Wohl served on Middleburg Heights City...
Pittsburgh and Eastern Ohio Brace for Dangerous Heatwave with Temperatures Nearing 100°F
Pittsburgh, PA — The National Weather Service has issued heat advisories for Pittsburgh, Western Pennsylvania, and Eastern Ohio as a dangerous heatwave is expected to hit the region through Wednesday. Temperatures may approach or exceed 100°F, putting many at risk of heat-related illnesses. According to the US National...
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