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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
Chagrin Falls High School football team will be washing cars this Sunday
CHAGRIN FALLS, Ohio -- If your car has several “wash me’s” written all over its exterior, it may be time for the Chagrin Falls High School football team to wet, wash and dry your ride. From 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Sunday (July 28) at the downtown...
Seven most expensive homes sold in Solon, July 8-21
A house that sold for $919,900 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Solon between July 8 and July 21. In total, seven residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past two weeks, with an average price of $403,843. The average price per square foot ended up at $181.
Carol Sandra Leonard, 81 of Nelson Twp Ohio
Carol Sandra Leonard, 81, of Nelson Twp., OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Monday, July 22, 2024, surrounded by her loving family. She was born November 5, 1942, to the late Stanley and Florence (nee Pawlowski) Pacek. She was a devoted member of the St. Edward Catholic Church...
Chrissie Hynde takes portrait of childhood home as Pretenders return to Akron for concerts
Chrissie Hynde went back to Ohio. Not all of her city is gone. The Rock & Roll Hall of Famer took time out to reminisce this week as The Pretenders returned to Akron for two sold out concerts Tuesday and Wednesday at Goodyear Theater. Wearing a black sleeveless T-shirt and...
Cleveland Clinic, Kent State Athletics enter multiyear partnership
CLEVELAND — Cleveland Clinic and Kent State University have entered a multiyear partnership for the clinic to serve as the medical service provider for student-athlete health and wellness. Multidisciplinary services will be provided, including athletic training, physical therapy, physician care, behavorial health services, sports performance services, medical scheduling and...
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...
Cool Cat’s Counter closes Belden Village location in Jackson Township
JACKSON TWP. – Cool Cat’s Counter, at 4404 Belden Village St. NW, has closed. Opened in early March, the fast casual restaurant with a 1950s diner vibe occupied a space that has been riddled with quick openings and closings, including Shirley’s Diner and CiCi's Pizza. ...
Economic Development Committee
The Economic Development Committee will meet in-person at the Warrensville Heights Municipal Center, located at 4743 Richmond Road, Warrensville Heights, Ohio 44128, on Thursday, July 25, 2024, at 1:00 P.M. The meeting will take place in the Council Chambers.
Michael Cosgrove, Salem, Ohio
SALEM, Ohio (MyValleyTributes) – On the morning of Saturday, July 20, 2024 Michael Cosgrove was taken into the arms of his Lord, Jesus Christ, to his eternal home in Paradise. He had fought a long and strenuous battle with cancer, but the time had come for him to rest in peace. He was in the wonderful care of the University Hospital Portage Medical Center and had spent the evening before surrounded by his family.
Drone light show -- ‘better than fireworks’ -- caps Orange’s Party in the Park
ORANGE, Ohio -- A drone light show captivated a large crowd to culminate the village’s Party in the Park Saturday (July 20) at Community Park. “My 9-year-old granddaughter came up to me after the event and said, ‘Grandpa, this was better than fireworks,’” said Mayor Judson Kline, who estimated that several hundred people were in attendance.
How Scholars Spend Summer at APS
Akron Public Schools has a history of providing enriching summer programs to its scholars. These offerings come in all shapes and sizes for a good, universal fit that gives scholars a variety of activities from which to choose. Most everything is free, and aside from the mandatory summer programs to help them catch up on academics, APS Summer Experience often gives kids a look into activities they may never have explored.
Culpeper kids win Soap Box Derby world champion titles in Ohio
Area kids won world recognition for their derby racing skills at the 86th All-American Soap Box Derby World Championship on July 20 in Akron, Ohio. Aden Stewart, 15, a rising sophomore from Rixeyville, finished first in the Rally Super Stock Division. Stewart bested a field of 46 other drivers to...
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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