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Akron Zoo to build new animal hospital
AKRON, Ohio — The Akron Zoo announced it's building a new animal hospital to care for more than 2,000 of its furry friends. The hospital is expected to cost $11.95 million, with construction slated to begin in 2025. The goal is to have it open in 2026. To help...
10 most expensive homes sold in Stow, July 15-21
A house that sold for $600,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Stow in the past week. In total, 14 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $272,686, or $175 per square foot.
4-Run Eighth Inning Lifts Baysox Over Rubber Ducks
The Bowie Baysox, the Double-A affiliate of the Baltimore Orioles, used a four-run eighth inning to defeat the Akron RubberDucks, the Double-A affiliate of the Cleveland Guardians, in a 6-5 win from Canal Park on Tuesday afternoon. After neither side scored in the first four innings, Ryan Higgins broke the...
Florence M. Doran, Girard, Ohio
GIRARD, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Florence M. “Flo” Doran, 59, passed away peacefully, Friday afternoon, July 19, 2024, in the comfort of her home with her family by her side. Florence was born October 10, 1964, in Youngstown, a daughter of the late Andrew and Evelyn Venzeio Buonavolonta,...
When will Kent State University graduate Corey Conners compete in golf at the 2024 Paris Olympics? See the schedule
PARIS, France — Corey Conners, a golfer representing Team Canada in the 2024 Paris Olympics, has a connection to Northeast Ohio as he attended Kent State University where he competed collegiately from 2010 to 2014. His bio from Team Canada says he won the MAC Championship and placed fourth...
A celebration of love and legacy
Last weekend, I had the immense joy of attend ing my little brother’s wedding in Canal Fulton, Ohio. It was a day filled with love, laughter and a few tears mostly from my father, who performed the ceremony. Watching my niece, Winnie, be the perfect flower girl was a highlight that brought smiles to everyone’s faces. The setting was picturesque, a beautiful testament to the love that brought everyone together. My dad, Mark Martin, officiated with a heart full of emotion. What made this ceremony even more special were the vows. My brother chose to use the same vows that my parents did in 1984. They were the vows in my wed-ding as well as my sister’s. It was a touching tribute to the enduring love and commitment our parents have modeled for us. Hearing those words again, echoing through the years, brought back a flood of memories and reinforced the foundation of faith and love upon which our family is built. Adding to the significance of the day, my brother got married on our parents’ 40th wedding anni-versary. It was a beautiful way to honor them and their journey together. Our parents have always been the epitome of a Godly marriage, their relationship grounded in mutual respect, unwavering faith and unconditional love. They have set a powerful example for my siblings and me, demonstrating what it means to love and cherish one another through all of life’s ups and downs. As I witnessed my brother marry his new bride, I couldn’t help but reflect on the legacy of love and faith that my parents have created. Their marriage is a beacon of hope and stability, a testament to the beauty of a lifelong commitment grounded in Godly principles. It’s a legacy that my siblings and I carry forward in our own marriages, striving to emulate the love and dedication our parents have shown us. The wedding was more than just a celebration of the bride and groom; it was a celebration of family, faith and the enduring power of love. In a world that often feels uncertain, it’s these moments of love and connection that remind us of what truly matters. My parents have given us a precious gift the example of a Godly marriage. Their love story, spanning 40 years and counting, is a testament to the power of faith, love and commitment. It’s a story that continues to inspire us all, and one that we will carry with us as we build our own families and futures.
Sections of Gary Avenue in Girard experiencing little to no water pressure due to water break
Sections of Gary Avenue in Girard are experiencing little to no water pressure due to a water break in the area. According to the Girard Police Department, the 800 and 900 Blocks of Gary Avenue will have little to no water pressure until the water break is repaired. No boil...
Six Zips Earn IWLCA Academic Honor Roll Accolades
NORTHBOROUGH, Mass. - The Intercollegiate Women's Lacrosse Coaches Association unveiled its 2024 IWLCA Division I Academic Honor Roll and Honor Squads on Wednesday, July 24. The IWLCA named 325 schools across Division I, II, III, and NAIA as IWLCA Academic Honor Squads for the 2023-24 academic year. To be eligible...
Cindy Lou (Dye) Cramer, Niles, Ohio
NILES, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Cindy Lou Cramer, 64, entered into eternal rest Thursday, July 18, 2024, at University Hospitals-Cleveland. She was born March 22, 1960, in Barberton, the daughter of Ken Dye and Diane Stone. A graduate of Barberton High School, Cindy was a true success story, working her...
Nancy Cam-Nhung Duong, Boardman, Ohio
BOARDMAN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Nancy Cam-Nhung Duong, 51, passed away Wednesday, July 17, 2024, at St. Elizabeth Youngstown Hospital. Nancy was born on October 16, 1972, in Saigon, Vietnam, to the late Khanh Duong and Khiem Tran. She immigrated to the Youngstown area in 2018, bringing with her a rich cultural heritage and a passion for cooking.
Are there more skunks this year?
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) – Ohio’s Divison of Wildlife says late July is when baby skunks born in the spring start moving around and it seems there are more of them this year. Joe Ferrara with the Division of Wildlife says he doesn’t know for certain if there are...
Fuel Cleveland Celebrates Motorcycle Culture for Three Days
Sat 7/27 @ 10AM-7PM Sun 7/28 @ 10AM-4PM, 8PM-last call. Are you one of those who loves to take to the road with the wind blowing in your face as you cruise the streets and highways of northeast Ohio and beyond?. You’ll want to make a full weekend of it...
Farmers National: Q2 Earnings Snapshot
CANFIELD, Ohio (AP) — CANFIELD, Ohio (AP) — Farmers National Banc Corp. (FMNB) on Wednesday reported net income of $11.8 million in its second quarter. The Canfield, Ohio-based bank said it had earnings of 31 cents per share. Earnings, adjusted for non-recurring costs, came to 33 cents per share.
Walsh University Athletes to be Exclusively Fitted in Nike Gear Thanks to Partnership with BSN Sports
The Walsh University Athletic Department is excited to announce a new licensing agreement with Nike and BSN Sports, the nation’s leading manufacturer and distributor of sporting goods and apparel, and a division of Varsity Brands. This partnership will make BSN Sports the exclusive provider of apparel, footwear, and equipment for all Walsh athletic programs, outfitting our athletes, coaches, and community members in premier Nike products.
Calvin L. Fish, Warren, Ohio
WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Calvin L. Fish, aged 65, passed away on Saturday, July 20, 2024, in Warren, Ohio. Born on August 9, 1958, he was the son of Robert and Geneva Fish. He was a graduate of LaBrae High School. He dedicated over 25 years to the Kmart...
Donna Hunt of Akron, Ohio, 62
Donna Hunt of Akron, Ohio, age 62, passed away May 23, 2024. Donna was raised in Akron and graduated in 1980 from Kenmore High School. She is preceded in death by her father, Marvin Hunt. Donna is survived by her mother, Carolyn Hunt; brother, Donald Hunt; nieces: Treasure (Tristan) Ashcraft, Taylor Hunt and Tracy (Dustin) Buzzelli; nephew, Tyler (Kansas) Hunt; grandnieces, nephews and many close friends.
Emma Marie Burin, Warren, Ohio
WARREN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – Emma Marie Burin, 93, of Warren, Ohio passed away Sunday, July 21, 2024, at Trumbull Regional Medical Center. She was born September 22, 1930, in Warren, Ohio, the daughter of the late Joseph and Mary (Berish) Timko. Emma graduated from Warren G. Harding High School.
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