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One dead after traffic crash in Champion
One person died late Tuesday in a single-car crash in Champion Township. Dispatchers got a call just after 10 pm that a small car had hit a utility pole along North Leavitt Road, south of Painesville Warren Road SW. The driver was taken to a hospital where he died. No...
Massillon bodycam video shows arrest at center of federal civil lawsuit
MASSILLON – Police body camera video shows a drunken city man resisting arrest while being escorted out of his house last year before he and an arresting officer tumble after coming down the front steps and onto his front lawn. Lowell “Bo” Gower, 58, was taken to the hospital following the arrest and...
Former Kent State football standout serves up Cajun favorites | Local Flavor on Wheels
Local Flavor on Wheels: This summer, we’re trying area food trucks for our Local Flavor series instead of sit-down establishments. We hope you’ll come along for the ride!. It all started sitting in a classroom at Kent State. And now for Will Matthews it means standing in a...
This couple met at Akron AAA their first day of work. They've now been married 35 years
Gail and Rick Lee have a gift for longevity in both work and play. On July 28th, the Lees will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary. But that pales in comparison to the 46 years they celebrated in April as employees of the Akron AAA. ...
Alliance attorney helping renovate Cantell Elks ballroom
ALLIANCE − Cantell Elks Lodge 1417 has been serving the Alliance area for nearly 70 years. Most of that time, it has been at the corner of Ash and South Webb streets, across from the Amtrak train station. The gathering place also neighbors the Martin Luther King Jr. Viaduct near the city's downtown...
What's for dinner? HOF visitors can pick from 15 must-visit eateries
Visitors to the Canton area for the Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival will be busy with a variety of pigskin-related activities. They'll also need to eat. We've culled our lists of favorite dining spots and offer suggestions for places you don't want to miss while you're in Stark County. Whether you're a foodie or just looking for a good meal, check out these culinary gems to fuel up. ...
Parma driver without license decides tailgating is a good idea: Brecksville Police Blotter
Warrant, I-77: On June 16, police observed a weaving white Honda Civic traveling too close behind a dark-colored SUV while traveling northbound on I-77. The officer said the former was so close it had to brake four times to prevent a collision. The driver of the Honda told the officer...
Wiener Mobile, vendors planned for Salem Walmart grand re-opening on Friday
Shoppers who stop at the Salem Walmart may wonder if they have walked into the wrong place if they haven’t been there in a while. The Supercenter on East State Street has been undergoing renovations that Walmart executives say will offer customers a seamless, effortless, high-quality shopping experience. Calling...
Ox Roast Fair kicks off Friday in Mantua
The 60th annual Ox Roast Fair will run this weekend in Mantua, featuring tractor and truck pulls, music, carnival rides and Ox Roast beef. The parish festival kicks off at 6 p.m. Friday and continues Saturday and Sunday at St. Joseph Parish, 11045 St. Joseph Blvd. in Mantua. ...
Rain in the forecast for Greater Akron through Thursday, but the weekend is looking clear
Summit County residents eager for clear, blue skies will have to wait another day or so, as showers are in the forecast until Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Sunny skies and daily temperatures in the low to mid 80s are projected for this weekend heading into early...
Sensory Escape to open in Plain Township; WRL Advertising hits milestone
PLAIN TWP ‒ Sensory Escape, a play center for neurodiverse children at 1950 Whipple Ave. NW, will host a ribbon-cutting ceremony at 11 a.m. Thursday and a grand opening at 11 a.m. Saturday. There will be face painting, refreshments and giveaways during the celebration, according to the event announcement. ...
Knox Ruritan Club marks 50th anniversary
Knox Ruritan Club celebrated its 50th birthday at a meeting in June during which the club celebrated recent graduates and highlighted big moments in the group’s history. Two charter members – Terry Blickensderfer and Lee Johnson – were on hand for the event at Emmanuel Lutheran Church in North Georgetown, along with Ohio District Gov. Dave Wingett, who presented a certificate from the national club.
North Canton firefighters take extra step to help those in cardiac arrest
NORTH CANTON, Ohio (WOIO) - Firefighters are compiling a list of all AED’S (Automated External Defibrillators) within their community. According to their Facebook post, this is an “effort to ensure that patients who suffer a sudden cardiac arrest within our city receive prompt treatment.”. The information will then...
Canfield bank raises money for displaced people affected by Realty Tower explosion
A Canfield bank pitched in with the Youngstown community to gathered money and supplies for residents displaced by the Realty Tower explosion. Several downtown Youngstown residents were ordered to evacuate after the remnants of the building were declared hazardous by structural engineers. The International Towers apartments in particular housed many residents who were displaced after being given an evacuation order.
King Kennedy Community Center close to completion as construction starts on restrooms
Ravenna’s King Kennedy Community Center is one step closer to becoming what it was always meant to be: a safe gathering place for people of all ages. First erected as a small building in 1978 and enlarged about 20 years later, KKCC gained a gymnasium in 2022. Dollars meant for restrooms and a storage area, however, had to be used for a fire-suppression system.
Submitted: The Aurora Historical Society hosted a tour of 19th century homes
On July 13, from 1-4 p.m., the Aurora Historical Society hosted its much-anticipated Historic Home (and Garden) Tour, followed by a delightful wine and cheese event at the Aurora Historical Society. Despite the heat, the community’s enthusiasm and dedication made the event a tremendous success. The tour began at...
Caring for sick pets is an unaddressed burden, Kent State researchers say
Having cared for her own dog as it battled two chronic diseases, Kent State psychology professor Mary Beth Spitznagel knew that caring for sick pets can be similar to caring for family members. She wanted to know more. She’d already developed a program to help veterinarians and their staff cope...
This Aussie white wine from Thistledown Wine Company is simply Gorgeous | Phil Your Glass
Forget the feet and tails. This wine is simply Gorgeous. Thistledown Wine Company’s refreshing and aromatic white wine from Australia has made its way to Northeast Ohio just in time to help us beat the summer heat. This $17.99 screw cap Aussie white is made from a blend of...
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