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Akron man dies after being hit by a commercial vehicle on I-77
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - A 34-year-old Akron man died after he was struck by a commercial vehicle on I-77 in Lawrence Township Sunday morning. Ohio State Highway Patrol troopers identified the victim as Jonathan Mandala. According to troopers, Mandala was walking on I-77 southbound when he entered the road...
ODOT Launches Bridge for the First Time
The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) reached a milestone on the State Route 8 bridge replacement project in Akron yesterday. Crews began erecting the new bridge with a bridge launching method. This project is the first time a bridge has been launched on an ODOT project. Bridge launching is building...
Mini-Museum to display new photos during Carnation Festival
Alliance Historical Society is primed for the annual Greater Alliance Carnation Festival, with daily tours of the Mabel Hartzell Historical Home planned. The tours this year will feature new photo displays in the adjacent Mini-Museum. ...
3 Northeast Ohio locations receive final approval to begin growing, processing recreational marijuana
COLUMBUS, Ohio — Recreational marijuana availability in Ohio took another incremental step forward on Friday, but Ohioans still cannot legally purchase non-medicinal pot at dispensaries. On Friday, 10 marijuana growers and processors received certificates of operation that will let them start working in the recreational weed market. Here in...
Boardman Trustees approve Fire/EMS levy for November ballot
Folks living in Boardman will decide the fate of EMS operations this November. Boardman Trustees have approved a 4.5 mill Fire/EMS that will raise enough money to expand the number of ambulances that work in the Township. The five-year levy would raise close to $6 million to staff all three...
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...
On Saturday night, two Ohio Lottery participants won the identical jackpot prize.
Can you imagine winning the Rolling Cash 5 jackpot with odds of just 1 in 575,757? Well, on Saturday night, luck was on the side of not just one, but two Ohio Lottery players who managed to beat those odds and are now set to receive a substantial amount of cash.
Brecksville-Broadview Heights Schools to tear down former Hilton Elementary on Mill Road
BRECKSVILLE, Ohio -- The Brecksville-Broadview Heights City School District has decided to tear down the former Hilton Elementary School on Mill Road. On July 17, the Board of Education approved the demolition and assigned Architectural Vision Group Ltd. to engineer it. If you purchase a product or register for an...
Letter to the editor: It seems as though everyone is incompetent
Many of us see Donald Trump as a clear and present danger to the Constitution, and to the rule of law, but the Supreme Court can’t see it. Likewise, the 20-year-old man on the roof with a rifle was a clear and present danger to the candidate Trump, but the Secret Service couldn’t see it.
The Heartbeat of Our Neighborhoods
“Schools are the heartbeat of any community. They are not just places where children learn; they are hubs of activity, centers of community engagement and pillars of neighborhood stability. When schools thrive, communities thrive. They attract families, foster local pride and contribute to the overall quality of life.“ ~ Supt. Dr. Michael Robinson.
15 Stark County organizations get receive cultural tourism grants. See which ones
CANTON – Visit Canton and ArtsinStark are handing out $148,850 in grants to 15 local organizations to support arts and cultural events and boost tourism. “We are excited to be able to showcase our destination through these major special events, exhibits, festivals and concerts featuring nationally known talent and experiences," Visit Canton President and CEO Allyson Bussey said in a prepared statement.
July Pet Care: Essential Preventative Measures for Outdoor Pets in Bedford
As July heats up in Bedford, it’s crucial to ensure that outdoor pets are well-protected and receive appropriate preventative care. The summer sun brings added risks for pets that spend a lot of time outdoors. Here are some key tips to keep your furry friends safe and healthy during the hot summer month.
Look Around NEO!
Well lot's going on Locally so why not... Every weeknight at 6:30p I look around Northeast Ohio.... Lebron James is the Flag Bearer for Team U.S.A. tonight for the Opening Ceremonies of The Olympics in Paris... (Should be a slam dunk!) Happy 228th Birthday to Cleveland Today!!!. Cavs signed Evan...
Indian Valley's Aaron Davis receives regional Teacher of the Year honor
GNADENHUTTEN ‒ Aaron Davis, a multi-subject educator at his alma mater Indian Valley High School in the Indian Valley Local School District, has been selected as Regional State Board District 8 Teacher of the Year. "I am truly humbled and honored to be recognized by the state board of...
Famous folk rock duo to play Warren venue
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) — The Indigo Girls will play Warren Packard Music Hall later this year. The show is set for Dec. 13. Tickets range from $29.75 to $99.75 and go on sale Friday, July 26 at 10 a.m. at ticketmaster.com. A presale event is set for July 25 with the code PACKARD.
That stopped the music: Independence Police Blotter
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Boardman Superintendent steps down to focus on next chapter in life
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Sitting in his office Monday afternoon, Tim Saxton talked about his time with the Boardman Schools first as a student, then as high school principal, the director of operations, and finally the superintendent. July 31 will be Saxton’s last day as Superintendent of the Boardman...
Retired Akron PD detective, K-9 handler named safety director for Akron Public Schools
Akron Public Schools has a new director of safety and security — but he's hardly a new face in Akron. Detective Alan Jones retired last month after a 33-year career with the Akron Police Department, including over a decade as a K-9 officer, the first Black person in that role in the...
Lawrence Street in Ravenna to close Saturday for party
Lawrence Street in Ravenna will be closed for a graduation party from East Riddle Avenue to Murray Court from noon to midnight Saturday, the city announced. This article originally appeared on Record-Courier: Lawrence Street in Ravenna to close Saturday for party
Bond set at $1 million for Warren murder defendant
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) – The Warren man charged in connection to an April murder in the city appeared in court on Tuesday for the first time. Kyair Kyser is charged with aggravated murder and aggravated robbery. His bond was set at $1 million in Warren Municipal Court on Tuesday.
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