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County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Peach Social Car Cruise, plus news from Freedom, Hiram, Nelson, Mantua and Windham
The long-awaited time capsule opening took place July 6. Inside the time capsule were, among other things, old newspapers, an old book from the Garrettsville 120th Centennial and a song written about Garrettsville called “Old Garrettsville” that was sung by two girls, according to the James A. Garfield Historical Society, when the time capsule was buried in 1924. Two women sang the song at the time capsule opening.
Wizardly Weekend charms downtown Kent
Downtown Kent took on a new look for the weekend as decorations transformed Acorn Alley, Water Street and Hometown Bank Plaza into the world of Harry Potter. Main Street Kent brought magic to Kent Saturday for the eighth annual Wizardly Weekend, filling downtown with activities such as a real-life falcon and owl, face painting and a build-your-own-wand station in Hometown Bank Plaza, renamed Goblin’s Plaza for the weekend.
Microsoft outage continues to affect Ohioans
OHIO — Friday morning, a widespread Microsoft outage was affecting most of the world, from banks to airlines to media outlets and companies. Escalating disruptions continued hours after the technology company said it was gradually fixing an issue affecting access to Microsoft 365 apps and services. The website DownDectector,...
Windham awaits the return of Fun in the Sun
More than 20 years ago, Windham residents had the Fun in the Sun festival to look forward to each year before it was discontinued. Thanks to the work of Windham’s City Council, residents will experience a blast from the past when the event returns this summer on Saturday at Windham Park starting at 2:30 p.m.
Towpath Trail openings, closures announced
Cuyahoga Valley National Park is making progress on a riverbank stabilization project funded by the Great American Outdoors Act that is stabilizing the banks of the Cuyahoga River. Erosion threatens the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad tracks. Contractors have completed work in Brecksville,...
Northeast Ohio impact of global tech outage extends to utilities, hospitals, government
A Friday morning global tech outage impacted multiple institutions throughout Northeast Ohio, leading to flight delays, disrupting some Ohio Bureau of Motor Vehicle Services and forcing at least one local City Hall to shut down for the day. The outage impacted Enbridge Gas Ohio's call center, some flights at the Akron-Canton Airport, the...
Akron superintendent meets with van drivers ahead of Monday board meeting
Independent van drivers met earlier this week with Akron Public Schools Superintendent Michael Robinson to discuss the state of their employment. Several people who were present told Signal Akron that Robinson and the administration are preparing to present the Akron Board of Education with multiple options regarding who will provide van transportation to and from the district’s learning centers for students with special needs and those who are experiencing homelessness. Monday’s meeting, which the administration would not confirm to Signal Akron, lasted about 30 minutes and was scant on details.
Election 2024 is closer than you think. It’s time to make your Akron voting plan.
It’s mid-July. Halloween costumes will start showing up in Target and Walmart stores any day now. The Christmas decorations will follow soon after. Within a decade, the NBA will play from October through August. Seasons mean nothing anymore. So please forgive us for interrupting your summer with suggestions for...
Local school district names new superintendent
NEWTON FALLS, Ohio (WKBN) — Newton Falls Exempted Village Schools will have a new superintendent starting next month. Andreas Johansson will take over the position replacing outgoing superintendent Justin Christopher. According to a news release, Johansson is currently completing his Ph.D. in Educational Leadership at Kent State University; he also received a master’s in teaching […]
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We’ve heard your complaints about the government, politics and the news media. You’re tired of the negativity and feeling you aren’t heard. And as journalists who live here, too, we want you to feel heard, and we want to be participants in improving life, not a part of the problem.
Independence Village of Aurora makes resident's dream a reality with circus display
As a child, Edward Limbach had what some might call a very specialized form of precognition. "I was always the first one to know a circus was coming to town. How I knew that, I couldn't tell you," he said with a chuckle. The 85-year-old's nearly life-long love of circuses...
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...
Bike with Solon mayor July 24
Bicycle riders of all ages and abilities can go on a guided bike ride with Solon Mayor Eddy Kraus on July 24 as part of Cuyahoga County’s “Bike with a Mayor” series. The series is intended to allow residents to engage in physical activity with their elected leaders while learning about their city’s efforts to provide greenspace and trails.
Solon mayor eyes lofty plans for future of city
For Solon Mayor Eddy Kraus, there is a lot to be excited about when it comes to his vision for Solon’s future. “Its exciting to have new construction and new projects going on, its exciting to see it through,” Kraus told the Cleveland Jewish News on July 12, referencing the Rails to Trails project, the former Liberty Ford lot and upgrades to Aurora Road.
Rotary Club of Solon seeks new members
The Rotary Club of Solon meets twice monthly at Marriott Solon Towneplace Suites at 6040 Enterprise Parkway. The Rotary Club started in 2010 and has 30 members, according to a news release. Over the past 14 years, it has raised and contributed over $600,000 for local and international causes, the...
Plenty of summer activities yet to come in Solon
Where: Solon Bicentennial Park, 34045 Bainbridge Road. What: Produce and food available to purchase, food trucks. Solon Chamber of Commerce/City of Solon: Community Shred Day. What: Shredding trucks will be available for community members to come shred papers for free. Cuyahoga County Public Library Solon Branch The Lusitania & Submarine...
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