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Kitten Rescued After Being Trapped in Electric Recycling Chair
It's the delicate rescue of a tiny, precious kitten trapped inside an electric recliner chair. Somehow the poor thing got stuck. First responders arrived to the family's home in Alliance, Ohio, to free the pet. First, they had to dismantle part of the chair. They seemed to work like surgeons to gently free the kitten from all the cords. Inside Edition Digital has the video.
Akron East football preview: Ziaire Stevens, Dragons have ‘a lot in the tank’ — 2024 camp tour
BEREA, Ohio — Akron East is bolstered by two Power Four prospects in Ziaire Stevens, who is committed to Purdue, and Terrell Wharton Jr. as a two-way standout with offers from the Boilermakers, Penn State, Wisconsin and more. Stevens rushed for 2,001 yards and 20 touchdowns last year. They...
18 departments respond to Resource Recycling mulch fire
BATH TOWNSHIP — A mulch fire at Resource Recycling, 1596 Neubrecht Road, Lima, could keep burning for the next few days. The Bath Township Fire Department was first to respond to it at 3:18 p.m. Sunday. A total of 18 departments from four counties came out to help, according to a statement from Bath Township Fire Chief Joe Kitchen.
Renowned comedian Chris Wineland to perform a show in Girard
National Christian comedian Chris Wineland is set to return to his home roots for a one-weekend-only performance in Northeast Ohio. This highly anticipated event marks the first time in years that Wineland has brought his comedic talents to Ohio. The performance will take place at Liberty Assembly of God, the very church where Wineland served as a youth pastor.
Bridging Education and Commerce: The Ravenna Business Advisory Council’s Impact on Student Success
The Ravenna School District established a Business Advisory Council (BAC) in the summer of 2022. In an effort to merge the needs of the different businesses with the work of the school district, a mission and vision statement emerged that bonded the two entities together in their work to create a diverse, yet competent workforce. The Mission Statement – The Ravenna Business Advisory Council provides opportunities where educators, students, business and community leaders can network, collaborate, and partner together in creating programs and opportunities that support and develop a stronger workforce is intended to set the stage for any and all initiatives that are designed to help students bring their attributes and talents to the table, learn about postsecondary opportunities, and package those same characteristics in such a way that they are enrolled, employed or enlisted in the programs of their choice. The Vision Statement was a little loftier in purpose – To unite schools, businesses, organizational groups, institutions of higher learning, professional organizations and individuals who are committed to building a strong Ravenna community. From that 2022 Summit came multiple ideas that were soon distilled to two initiatives – the CHAMPS Breakfast Series and the Career and Workforce Options Program.
21 people applied to represent Akron's Ward 8. Who are they?
Representing Ward 8 on Akron City Council appears to be a popular job. More than 20 people applied for the open seat vacated by James Hardy earlier this month. The applicants come from a variety of backgrounds, including former school board members, small business owners and account managers. Ideastream Public...
2 new restaurants moving into Boardman
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) – Two new restaurants are headed to Boardman. According to the township’s zoning office, both are expected to open in the fall. BIBIBOP Asian Grill is moving into The Shops at Boardman Park. The company recently opened its first local spot at the Eastwood Mall...
Mosquito spraying set in Navarre, Hills and Dales, Jackson Township
The Stark County Health Department will spray for mosquitoes next week according to the following schedule: Wednesday: Navarre, Hills and Dales Thursday: Jackson Township, with north boundary of Hills & Dales Road NW and Fulton Drive, south boundary of township limits, east boundary of Lakeside Avenue NW and west boundary of Brunnerdale Avenue NW ...
Numbers Band Makes Their Annual Appearance at Akron Art Museum’s Downtown @ Dusk
Thu 7/25 @ 6:30-8PM Kent’s Numbers Band, which debuted in the summer of 1970, has plugged on without a break ever since, is one of northeast Ohio’s musical treasures. Fronted by intense, charismatic singer/songwriter/guitarist Robert Kidney, the band has forged its own distinctive sound out of rock and roll, blues and jazz. While clearly there’ve been many personnel changes in a band with such a long history, Bob’s multi-instrumentalist brother jack Kidney and sax/keyboards player Terry Hynde have been along for a significant chunk of the ride. The current band also features two more local music scene veterans: bassist Bill Watson and drummer Clint Alguire.
Richfield Council approves virtual health services
RICHFIELD — Richfield Village Council approved a one-year contract with Teladoc Health for physician services at the July 16 meeting. Council approved the deal 6-0, with Councilman Pat Norris absent from the meeting. In a written report, Finance Director Sandy Turk said the current cost is $8.26 per employee...
South Side Education News & Notes
LAKEMORE — During the July 16 meeting of the Springfield Local Schools Board of Education, the board approved a memorandum of understanding with Springfield Township to provide school resource officer services for Spring Hill Elementary from Aug. 1, 2024 through June 30, 2026. The board also approved a service...
Canton Repository wins a general excellence award at 2023 Ohio APME journalism contest
Canton Repository and Massillon Independent journalists won more than 20 awards in Ohio's most competitive journalism contest, with the Repository receiving a second place award in its division for general excellence. The 2023 Ohio Associated Press Media Editors competition awards were announced Sunday at Villa Milano in Columbus. The contest honors the best print...
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...
Carnation Festival flower show moves to new location
Two popular Greater Alliance Carnation Festival events have new locations for the 2024 event. The Flower Show and Community Luncheon both have relocated. The Community Luncheon, set for 11:30 a.m. Aug. 3, will be at Alliance Area Senior Center this year. It normally is held in a cafeteria in Hoover-Price Campus Center at University of Mount Union. Road construction this summer has forced the move.
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