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New state report recommends denial for proposed Stark Solar farm near Alliance
Ohio Power Siting Board staff, who represent various state agencies, recommended the board deny Stark Solar's application to construct a 150-megawatt solar farm in Washington Township. The report says Stark Solar met all but one criteria to construct the facility. It states Stark Solar failed to show "the facility would...
Emma M. Burin 1930-2024
WARREN — Emma Marie Burin, 93, passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Trumbull Regional Medical Center. She was born Sept. 22, 1930, in Warren, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary Berish Timko. Emma graduated from Warren G. Harding High School. She was a homemaker and member...
Running events are taking place all across Stark County. Here's when to lace up.
For those looking to lace up their running shoes, there are many opportunities to push yourself in a timed racing event around the Canton area. According to the website Statista, 48.31 million people participated in running or jogging last year. That's about 14% of the U.S. population. The 5K is...
'Why not get a tax break?' Ohio's sales tax holiday expands to 10 days, adds restaurants
Shoppers can save on school supplies,back-to-school clothing and electronics. For the first time restaurant meals are included in the exemption. Eligible items up to $500 can get the tax break. With rising costs of just about everything, the average family is expected to spend about $875 on back-to-school shopping. Ohio's...
WHBC 1480 radio talk show host Jordan Miller let go in cost-cutting move
WHBC 1480 AM in Canton has laid off Jordan Miller, who hosted a talk show from 10 a.m. to noon weekdays. WHBC said no other layoffs are planned for the AM station or its 94.1 FM affiliate. Miller also operates a popular online local news site, Jordan Miller - News,...
Akron man dies Sunday after getting struck trying to cross I-77 near Bolivar, Ohio
A 34-year-old Akron man was killed Sunday morning after he was struck by a vehicle while attempting to cross Interstate-77 near Bolivar, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. The victim, identified as Jonathan Mandala of Akron, attempted to cross I-77 southbound at milepost 92 in Lawrence Township (Tuscarawas County)...
Baking up Greek treats
Angel Ploumbis of Howland prepares a Greek pastry, finikia, by dipping it into warm syrup and then covering it with nuts in preparation for the annual St. Demetrios Greek Festival at the church’s community center on Atlantic Street in Warren. Other desserts available are baklava, kataifi, diples, ekmek, galaktoboureko, kourambiethes, amygdalota, koulourakia and bougatsa. The festival runs 4 to 10 p.m. today and Thursday, 4 to 11 p.m. Friday and Saturday, and 1 to 9 p.m. Sunday.
Packard Acquires Archives of First Person to Drive Car Across Country
WARREN, Ohio – A collection of memorabilia from the first person to drive across the country has been given to the National Packard Museum. The Tom Fetch collection was given to the museum by David Fetch of San Diego, the great-grandnephew of E.T. “Tom” Fetch, who drove across the United States in 1903 in a Packard Model F automobile. The vehicle, which was christened “Old Pacific,” was built at Packard’s manufacturing plant in Warren.
Guardians' Matthew Boyd: Shines in latest rehab start
Boyd (elbow) struck out five over four innings while giving up one earned run on four hits and no walks in his rehab start Sunday with Double-A Akron. After covering three innings in the rookie-level Arizona Complex League in his first rehab start during the All-Star break, Boyd bypassed a couple of levels to make his second start in the Eastern League. The veteran southpaw once again impressed Sunday, needing 52 pitches (41 strikes) to get through four frames while inducing eight swinging strikes. Boyd will likely need at least two or three more rehab outings to get fully stretched out for starting duty, but he thus far seems to have had a smooth recovery from his June 2023 Tommy John surgery. Once he completes his rehab assignment and gets activated from the 15-day injured list, Boyd could fill the No. 5 spot in the Cleveland rotation, which has been a bit of a revolving door of late.
Left-handed pitcher Matthew Boyd makes positive rehab debut for Double-A Akron
CLEVELAND — Matthew Boyd took a positive step to returning to the major league mound Sunday in a minor league rehab outing for Double-A Akron. The 33-year-old left-hander tossed four innings in a 2-1 win over Richmond at Canal Park, allowing a run on four hits while striking out five without a walk.
Solon, Cleveland Metroparks trail eyes ‘26 completion date
The city of Solon in partnership with Cleveland Metroparks is working to develop a new trail starting from SOM Center Road and traveling through Solon and Chagrin Falls. Construction on the trail, 2 miles of which sits in Solon, has started and should be completed in 2026, Sean McDermott, chief planning and design officer at Cleveland Metroparks, told the Cleveland Jewish News.
LeBron James selected as Team USA flag bearer for 2024 Summer Olympics opening ceremony
There are few accomplishments in the game of basketball that Akron's own LeBron James has not achieved, but Friday's opening of the Olympic games will bring an opportunity for the four-time NBA champion to check off another box in an illustrious career. James, a two-time Olympic gold medalist (2008 and 2012), has been...
7-year-old dies after hit by car in Akron
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - A 7-year-old died earlier this week after he was hit by a car last Thursday, July 11. Police say the boy was crossing the street near Dahlgren Drive and Rosemary Boulevard just before 6 p.m. when he was hit by the vehicle. Police say the child...
Canton readies for the 2024 Pro Football HOF Enshrinement Festival with Community Parade
CANTON ‒ This year was Jordan Appleman's first time at the annual Community Parade. His wife, also named Jordan Appleman, came last year. Both were on hand as the 2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival got underway on Sunday afternoon under overcast skies. The Community Parade kicked...
Experienced officer joins Warren Police Department
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Warren Police Department has added another experienced officer to its force. Patrolman Kenneth Romo took the oath of office Monday. Romo comes to the department with five years of law enforcement experience. He previously worked for sheriff’s offices in Portage, Ashtabula, and Trumbull Counties and started his law enforcement career at the Hubbard Township Police Department.
City of Hudson to host annual Touch-A-Truck event on July 27
HUDSON, Ohio – Hudson’s annual Touch-A-Truck event is set for July 27, featuring a wide array of vehicles to explore, a hot air balloon and dedicated sensory-friendly time and experiences. The event, hosted by the city of Hudson, in partnership with the Hudson City School District, is free...
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