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American-born journalist speaks to AFMDA gathering
Over 50 people attended an event on May 11 for American Friends of Magen David Adom at the home of Barry Feldman and Paul Wehn in Pepper Pike. Yaakov Katz, an American-born journalist and author who served as editor-in-chief of The Jerusalem Post, was the featured speaker. He focused on the role Magen David Adom plays while also educating people about the challenges the country faces both within its borders and in Gaza, and also discussed the Israel-U.S. relationship, as well as the complex connections between Israel and Jews around the world, according to a news release.
Padres' Michael King has no-hit bid broken up in 7th inning on single by Guardians' Angel Martinez
CLEVELAND (AP) -- Cleveland Guardians rookie Angel Martinez hit a bloop single to center leading off the seventh inning to break up a no-hit bid by San Diego's Michael King on Sunday. King
The Pan-American Masters Games say goodbye to The Land
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- Ten days really fly by when you’re having fun, and that sentiment was in the air at the farewell ceremony Sunday for the Pan-American Masters Games. Over 100 athletes representing dozens of countries gathered outside of the Huntington Convention Center in downtown Cleveland to celebrate not only their victories, but also the spirit of unity that the games inspired.
Pennsylvania baseball player selected by the Cleveland Guardians
ARCHBALD, Pa. — “It's a mix of emotions. You're excited, you're anxious, you get nervous. You start thinking, what if I don't get called, what if this happens? But I'll tell you, as soon as you get that call, it's the biggest relief ever,” said Ryan. Valley...
Cavs end summer league on a high-note with victory over Indiana Pacers, 100-93
CLEVELAND, Ohio -- That’s a wrap for NBA Summer League, at least for the Cavs. The Cavs held off the Indiana Pacers 100-93 in the team’s final game of summer league on Saturday at the Thomas & Mack Center. The Cavs finished 2-3. In a back-and-forth affair, Jaylon...
10 most expensive homes sold in Cuyahoga County, July 15-21
A house in Westlake that sold for $3.5 million tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Cuyahoga County in the past week. In total, 195 residential real estate sales were recorded in the county during the past week, with an average price of $278,265. The average price per square foot was $158.
Crocker Park hosting ‘Fencing Across America’ event with USA Fencing
Fencing is one of just five sports to be contested at every modern edition of the Summer Olympic Games, appearing 33 times since 1896. In an effort to help grow the sport, USA Fencing is hosting Fencing Across America exhibitions at select sites around the United States. For Northeast Ohioans...
We are a nation awash in guns
We are witnessing a mad scramble to point fingers of blame for the attempt on Donald Trump’s life. Should the Secret Service Director resign? Was the failure in local “law enforcement partners”? Can we for once stop ignoring the elephant in the room?. We are a nation...
Shinko’s Country Store planning online auction: Short Takes on Avon, Avon Lake and North Ridgeville
There is a lot of history within the Country Store, 2536 Stoney Ridge Road, Avon. Owners Lois and Bob Shinko were grateful to open the antique store back in the 1970s. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to our User Agreement and agree that your clicks, interactions, and personal information may be collected, recorded, and/or stored by us and social media and other third-party partners in accordance with our Privacy Policy.
Report explores violent crime statistics and underlying causes in Ohio
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A new report dives into the underlying causes of violent criminal offenses in Ohio, pointing to housing affordability, neighborhood zoning and more as drivers of crime. More than 30,000 violent crimes, including homicide, rape, robbery and aggravated assault, were reported in the state in 2023, a new report by the nonprofit […]
Ohio grants first recreational marijuana licenses. See which 10 were approved for operations
COLUMBUS, Ohio — The Ohio Division of Cannabis Control has given 10 marijuana growers and processers certificates of operation – including two in Akron and one each in Lorain and Portage counties – which permits them to begin working in the recreational market. These are the first...
Karina Eleni, daughter of Akron actress Melina Kanakaredes, is summer artist at rock hall
Singer-songwriter Karina Eleni was born and raised in Los Angeles, but she is an Ohio native at heart. She has spent most of her summers and holidays here because this is where most of her family lives. “I love Akron,” she said. Swensons, Luigi’s, you name it. She...
Suicide and Crisis line 988 going strong after launch 2 years ago
July marks the anniversary of a monumental event in suicide prevention history – the 988 Suicide and Crisis Lifeline is two years old. “I was here the day that it launched,” said Amy Castro, a crisis worker at Scioto Pant Valley Mental Health Center’s Martha Cottrill Clinic. “It was a Saturday.”
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