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10 things to do: 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' country rock fest, vinyl record swap
1. 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory' at the Cultural Center New Direction Performing Arts Academy will present the musical "Charlie and the Chocolate Factory" at the Cultural Center for the Arts this weekend. ...
5 in custody after multi-county chase that ended near I-270 & Cemetery Road
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WSYX) — Five people are in custody following a pursuit that started in Ashland and ended in the Columbus area Wednesday evening. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers were notified that Ashland police officers were pursuing a vehicle that was involved in a robbery, according to an OSHP statement.
Pearl Tea & Coffee opens in Belden Village
JACKSON TWP. – Pearl Tea & Coffee is open for business in the Belden Village area. The shop at 4339 Dressler Road NW celebrated a soft opening this week, and is serving up beverages and in a shop with white marble walls, large windows and seating inside and out. ...
Truck driver hospitalized after overturning on I-77 north near Richfield; lanes reopened
A man has been hospitalized after the cement truck he was driving Thursday morning overturned on I-77 north of Ohio 271 near mile marker 143 in Richfield, according to Richfield Police Capt. Michael Swanson. Authorities responded to reports of an overturned cement truck at about 9 a.m. The driver reportedly lost control of...
Akron police trying to get machine guns — and tiny device that makes them — off streets
The frightened woman turned into GetGo across from Portage Crossing in Cuyahoga Falls at about 3:30 a.m. April 7. After she parked at the pumps, she slipped inside and called police for help, telling them the passenger riding in her Kia Sportage had a gun and that she was scared of him. ...
Massive Ohio Company Announces Job Relocation to Costa Rica
Nearly 200 jobs have been lost by hardworking Americans as a result of a large Ohio company’s decision to relocate jobs overseas. One hundred seventy-five employees will be leaving Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. for a new Costa Rica in Akron, the business announced on Friday. While Goodyear did acknowledge to the Beacon Journal that layoffs will occur at its Akron headquarters, the company chose not to disclose how many employees will be impacted.
5 things to do in NEO: BorderLight Festival, Akron Art Expo and more
BorderLight Theatre Festival takes over Playhouse Square in Cleveland this week, offering a diverse collection of indoor and outdoor theatrical performances. Attendees can explore national, international and fringe productions. Enjoy shows across many genres, including Alex Kern’s comedy “Thank you so Much for Coming,” the rock odyssey “Future Perfect” and Lucretia Stenson’s circus show “Fly Girl” about self-discovery. On Saturday, families can enjoy performances and activities designed for all ages. Festivities run through Saturday evening.
Salute to Wayne County probation officers and their role in providing public safety
Probation officers work behind the scenes, and their contributions are frequently overshadowed by more visible figures in law enforcement and corrections. Yet, these dedicated people play a vital role in fostering public safety and transforming lives. They are the bridge between incarceration and successful reintegration into society. Their work encompasses responsibilities beyond the supervision...
5 Dayton-area men arrested after high-speed chase starts in Ashland, rolls through Richland County
ASHLAND — Five Dayton-area men are in the Ashland County jail after a high-speed chase began in Ashland and reached all the way to the I-270 outerbelt of Columbus, according to a press release from the Ashland Police Department. With assistance from surrounding agencies, suspects, Sir Christon Spencer Unique...
BBH Trike & Bike - Pedaling for a purpose: Talk of the Towns
BRECKSVILLE, Ohio -- The communities of Brecksville and Broadview Heights are gearing up for a heartwarming event -- the Brecksville Broadview Heights Trike & Bike, a special bike ride for children 3-12. Scheduled for Aug. 10, the event will kick off at 10 a.m. from Blossom Hill School, 4400 Oakes Road in Brecksville.
Mobile changing unit at Medina County Fair will make things easier and more inclusive
MEDINA, Ohio -- Thanks to a new initiative by the Medina County Board of Developmental Disabilities (MCBDD), access to restroom facilities at county events will be more feasible for individuals with disabilities and mobility issues. That includes the upcoming Medina County Fair, which runs July 29 through Aug. 4. MCBDD...
Northeast Ohio road construction: Are there new detours drivers can expect?
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Traffic patterns continue to shift on many Northeast Ohio roadways as construction projects make progress. The updated list of lane restrictions and closures from the Ohio Department of Transportation can be seen below. Cuyahoga County. I-71 northbound to I-480 eastbound and westbound ramps will be closed...
Ohio State Legend Archie Griffin To Dot The “i” At Halftime Of Week One Game Against Akron
Ohio State will honor one of its all-time greats in Week One against Akron, naming Archie Griffin as the person who will dot the “i” in Script Ohio when the marching band performs at halftime of the season opener. “The opportunity, in Ohio Stadium, to dot the “i”...
After Nightmare Beginning, St. Clairsville Post 159 Excited to “Make Noise” in States
ST. CLAIRSVILLE, OHIO (WTRF)– St. Clairsville plays Wayne County Friday in Lancaster to begin their state tournament. After a brutal start, the fact that they are even in the tournament is amazing in its own right. According to Coach Mike Muklewicz, it felt like there was “holes in the bats” for a good stretch early […]
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