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'I just had enough.' Canton Local school board's Scott Hamilton resigns after 26 years
CANTON TWP. – Longtime Canton Local school board member Scott Hamilton resigned Friday morning from the board, citing politics in a board executive session the day before and division on the board. "I am extremely disappointed with the politics displayed yet again at our board meeting yesterday as well as the division that still exists within our board. Therefore, effective immediately, I am hereby resigning my position on the Canton Local Board of Education," Hamilton, a board...
Real estate transfers: Best Western hotel in Jackson Township sells for $4.55 million
The Best Western hotel at 6889 Sunset Strip Ave. NW in Jackson Township has sold, according to the latest real estate transfers filed with the Stark County Auditor's Office. The property was purchased by RBP Hotel Group LLC, which lists a Canton mailing address on county records, from Shree Krishna Inc. for $4.55 million.
Browns top draft pick tabbed biggest potential bust in 2024
For the second year in a row, the Cleveland Browns didn't have a pick in the NFL Draft until Round 3 in 2023. Their first selection was Cedric Tillman, a big-bodied wide receiver from Tennessee. He was taken at No. 74 overall, which was the selection acquired along with Elijah Moore in exchange for pick No. 42.
Local church turns overgrown park into ideal hiking, fishing spot
David Schwieterman (in orange) points out the route the new trail takes around Fred Carter Park off Lakewood Drive, Bellefontaine. Jamison Thornton, right, was also instrumental in the work Vineyard Christian Fellowship put into making the park more accessible to the community. David Wilt (in blue) stopped by Friday to help as well. (EXAMINER PHOTO | SHARYN KOPF)
New Carlisle developments will add 600 homes
NEW CARLISLE- The city of New Carlisle is preparing for its first new housing boom since the 1960s, with two housing developments planning to add approximately 2,000 new residents over the next ten years. “The current population of New Carlisle is roughly 5,500,” City Manager Randy Bridge said. “We are...
Schools, proximity to hospitals, businesses driving home sales in Solon
In 2015, Solon was named as one of the “Best Places to Live” by Money Magazine, placing 10th overall that year. The city was also included in the publication’s 2009 list, placing 23rd, and its 2011 edition, placing third. Currently, the Solon area, like other cities in...
Nate Sheen honored as Rotarian of Year
Nate Sheen is the kind of person who will go the extra mile for those in need. That kind of quality is among the reasons he recently was honored as the 2024 Alliance Rotarian of the Year. During his announcement of the Rotarian of the Year Award, Rodman Public Library...
Setting the scene: Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo festival gets underway
Brock Behlke couldn't wait to get back to the Inkcarceration Music & Tattoo Festival. "I only went for a day last year," the 22-year-old Mansfield resident said. "It was my first concert ever." A Wooster graduate, Behlke planned to be there for all three days of the festival, which kicked...
Anna grad Simpson earns Rush Limbaugh Foundation scholarship
ANNA — Aaron Simpson, a recent graduate of Anna High School, has been awarded the Rush Limbaugh Foundation American Hero Scholarship. The Rush Limbaugh Foundation website states that, “The American Hero Scholarship is available to those whose parent, grandparent, or guardian is a current or former U.S. Military service member or first responder.
Isaiah Mobley will try to find a new home for 2024-25 NBA season
The Cleveland Cavaliers have decided not to extend a qualifying offer to power forward and former USC Trojan Isaiah Mobley, making him an unrestricted free agent, per reports picked up by Hoops Wire. Mobley, 24, is 6-foot-8 and was selected by the Cavs with the No. 49 overall pick in...
Kelsey Elizabeth Cakes Closes Saturday in Avon Lake, but a Bay Village Location Is on the Way
The closing is a result of a new landlord, who plans to place a nail salon in the space. By Haley Strnad. Kelsey Shepard, owner of Cleveland-based Kelsey Elizabeth Cakes, recently announced the closure of her Avon Lake storefront location through a heartfelt social media post on the brand’s Instagram page. The storefront, which was Shepard’s first shop, is understandably dear to her, and she is upset at the sudden impending closure.
Another Cleveland school board member steps down, the fifth in the last year
A longtime Cleveland Metropolitan School District board of education member has resigned, making him the fifth board member to step down in a year's time. Robert Heard Sr. has been on the board since 2004 and previously served as the board’s chair from 2007 to 2009 as well as president of the Ohio Association of School Boards from 2021 to 2022. Heard did not list a reason in the resignation letter he sent to Mayor Justin Bibb on July 11.
Youngstown staple opens second location
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – A family-owned and operated fifth-generation Youngstown staple just expanded. Zabel’s Restaurant Equipment and Supplies started in the 1900s in downtown Youngstown and has been at its Market Street location for decades. The business is now open at another location on South Avenue in Boardman that’s easy to access whether you’re coming or going.
Dog waits 830 days to be adopted from Wayne County shelter
WOOSTER, Ohio (WOIO) - Athena has spent more than half her life hoping to find a “fur-ever” family, and she’s waiting for you at the Wayne County Dog Shelter and Adoption Center. She came to WCDS on April 9, 2022, and July 19 marks her 832nd day...
Richland County restaurant inspections: The latest reports and critical violations
Richland Public Health's food services program is the licensing and inspection department for food service operations, temporary and mobile food services, vending locations and retail food establishments. "When a health code violation is observed, education regarding the issue is provided to the operator and corrective measures are provided," according to the department.
Liberty-Benton Update On Athletic Conference Search
(7-19-24) Below you will read Liberty-Benton Local Schools Superintendent Bruce A. Otley‘s email reply to SSN on the Eagle’s current athletic conference situation- Related- (5-6-22) — Liberty-Benton Set To Leave Blanchard Valley Conference. The district has been actively searching for a new athletics home since the spring/summer...
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