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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...
Cavs’ Donovan Mitchell Shows Up To Root On Louisville TBT Entry
And why not? Mitchell is a former member of the Cardinals and is now locked in after signing a three-year, maximum contract extension with the Cavaliers. “Going to see the fellas Lock in tonight!!!” Mitchell tweeted in support of “The Ville.”. Mitchell played for Louisville in the 206-17...
Joseph S. Pratt, Boardman, Ohio
BOARDMAN, Ohio (MyValleyTributes)— Joseph S. Pratt, 68, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. He was born November 16, 1955,¬¬¬ in Weymouth, Massachusetts, the son of the late Joseph A. and Helen T. Kalwicz Pratt. Joseph was a 1974 graduate of Rockland High School in Massachusetts, where...
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.
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.
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.
Temple merger raises question
I wanted to congratulate you on the excellent coverage the Cleveland Jewish News has disseminated to your audience, regarding the merging of Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple and The Temple-Tifereth Israel, now Congregation Mishkan Or. I also liked the nice piece recently on Solon Chabad (“Solon Chabad continues to serve Jewish community,” July 19).
Leslie Odom Jr. blends jazz, R&B, and Broadway with The Cleveland Orchestra at Blossom (July 21)
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — When Leslie Odom Jr. emerged at Blossom Music Center midway through “Fly Me To The Moon,” which he had started offstage, the ensuing medley immediately set the tone for the evening. Preferring to let his vocals do all the talking, on Sunday, July 21, the singer’s concert with The Cleveland Orchestra was two almost-nonstop hours of musical delight.
Cleveland Orchestra delights with Mendelssohn, Berlioz and Beethoven at Blossom Music Center (July 20)
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — There were plenty of midsummer smiles at The Cleveland Orchestra’s Blossom Music Center concert on Saturday July 20, as Mendelssohn’s fairies cavorted, Veronique Gens’s lovely voice wafted forth, and Beethoven’s Seventh Symphony danced everyone to their feet. To begin, guest conductor...
Mark A. Brady
Mark A. Brady, 61, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Saturday, July 20, 2024. He was born January 8, 1963, in Gassaway, WV, to the late Richard G. Brady and Dolores (nee Sampson) Brady-McCumbers. He was a graduate of James A. Garfield High School, belonging to the class of 1981. Mark...
Mercy Hospital surgeon performs 'in-house' rescue of employee using Heimlich maneuver
"I saw the white coat and ran to him but I couldn't get a word out and he knew exactly what to do — he saved my life," Jaida Evans said. Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital Dr. Harry Kourlis used the Heimlich maneuver to save the life of a pharmacy tech who was choking earlier this month.
West Side News & Notes
GREATER AKRON — Summit County Executive Ilene Shapiro and her emergency management team recently partnered with Summit County Amateur Radio Emergency Service (ARES) to enhance the volunteer organization’s capabilities to assist in an emergency response. The county is now hosting ARES equipment on its radio tower at Summit...
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...
‘Hospitality is not an afterthought’ at Sunrise Inn
WARREN, Ohio (WKBN) – If it’s the best pizza in town, it came from the Sunrise Inn whether it be Brier Hill Pizza, Greek pizza, or one of their own signature creations. The business, initially a Speakeasy founded almost 100 years ago, has expanded into a booming restaurant with an unrivaled menu, several dining rooms, a bar, a busy carryout area and a banquet facility.
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