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West Nile Virus & Spraying Notice
The Village was notified that Summit County Public Health (SCPH) set a mosquito trap on Highlander Parkway in the woods across from the Staples/Ricoh USA buildings on July 8, 2024. Mosquitoes in this trap tested positive for the West Nile Virus (WNV). It is not uncommon for mosquitoes caught in traps to test positive for the virus.
Bond revoked for De'Lawnte Hardy, suspect accused of killing Cleveland officer Jamieson Ritter and his own grandmother in separate shootings
CLEVELAND — Bond has been revoked for De’Lawnte Hardy -- the 24-year-old man who allegedly shot and killed Cleveland police officer Jamieson Ritter in addition to the murder of his own grandmother, Beatrice Porter. The decision to revoke the $10 million bond on Hardy was announced by Cuyahoga...
FedEx Employee Dies After Falling Out of Truck
Some terrible news, an employee for FedEx has died after he fell out of a moving truck. 20-year-old Noah Fletcher died after he fell out of the truck on an interstate in Peper Pike, Ohio. According to police, Fletcher, who was the passenger in the cargo truck, got out of...
Browns Bust Could Revive Career With Chargers, Chiefs
Wide receiver David Bell has not panned out for the Cleveland Browns, and the team could cut him as he enters his third year in the league. As the first offensive player selected in the Deshaun Watson Era, Cleveland’s front office believed that Bell’s skillset complemented Watson’s style of play and that these two could take the league by storm. Instead, both Watson and Bell have failed to justify the organization’s confidence. Since entering the league, Bell has recorded just 38 receptions for 381 yards and three touchdowns on 58 targets.
FedEx employee dies after falling out of truck on interstate
PEPPER PIKE, Ohio (WOIO/Gray News) – A 20-year-old FedEx worker was killed in a tragic accident when he fell out of his vehicle on an Ohio roadway. According to Pepper Pike police, the accident happened on the morning of July 14 on Interstate 271. The FedEx truck was traveling...
Browns place star RB Nick Chubb on PUP list as he recovers from serious knee injury and surgeries
CLEVELAND (AP) — Cleveland Browns star running back Nick Chubb was placed on the physically-unable-to-perform list Wednesday as he continues to recover from a season-ending left knee injury and two surgeries. The team made the expected move with Chubb, a four-time Pro Bowler, one day before opening training camp...
HELP Foundation expanding Lakewood site and program
LAKEWOOD, Ohio -- The HELP Foundation serves people with intellectual and developmental disabilities. The nonprofit provides residential, employment, transportation and day support services. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on our site, we may receive compensation. By using this site, you consent to...
Josh Naylor singles home his brother Bo with the go-ahead run in the 8th, Guardians edge Tigers 2-1
CLEVELAND (AP) — Josh Naylor singled with two outs in the eighth inning, scoring younger brother Bo Naylor with the go-ahead run, as the AL Central-leading Cleveland Guardians edged the Detroit Tigers 2-1 on Wednesday night. Bo Naylor drew a walk against Beau Brieske (1-1), then stole second base....
Ohio teacher receives Presidential Award for environmental teaching
WASHINGTON — The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency, in partnership with the White House Council on Environmental Quality, announced the 2024 recipients of the Presidential Innovation Award for Environmental Educators and the President’s Environmental Youth Award. In Ohio, Shari Insley from Pine Intermediate School in North Olmstead was awarded...
Browns' Nick Chubb among players to start training camp on PUP list
As he recovers from his knee injury, it was expected that Cleveland Browns running back Nick Chubb would need some extra time before returning to practice. However, Chubb wasn't the only player placed on the PUP list to begin training camp. Chubb, D'Anthony Bell (shin), Jack Conklin (knee), Dalvin Tomlinson...
Browns inadequately end standoff with Amari Cooper
The Cleveland Browns were not expected to have the services of wide receiver Amari Cooper available to them at the start of Training Camp. Cooper was holding out in an attempt to get a new deal. This dragged on for quite some time until the Browns caved and renegotiated the deal in a manner that can only be described as unsatisfactory.
Pickleball Association shines at Farmer’s Market
The Garrettsville Pickleball Association (GPA) gave a resounding yes to the invitation from the Chamber of Commerce to showcase their skills at the Farmer’s Market on July 18th. The GPA had the fun opportunity to encourage and engage community members in learning and playing the fastest growing sport in the United States for the last three consecutive years. If you would like more information on how to connect with us, and join our lively group, please reach us at gpagville@gmail.com. Our next Skills Clinic will be August 3rd from 10:00 til 12:00 PM at the outdoor courts across from the YMCA, weather permitting.
Stepmother of man killed in Akron mass shooting speaks about that tragic day
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Out of the 30 people who were hurt in the mass shooting on June 2nd in Akron, La’Teris Cook was the only one who lost his life. His family tells 19 News, they’re trying to figure out what their new normal is while they wait for police to find the person responsible.
Debate over transportation contract leaves Akron homeless and disabled students in limbo
A month out from the first day of school, homeless students in Akron Public Schools and those with disabilities still don't know how they will be getting to and from school every day. The usual drivers of those students also don't know if they will still have an income this school year. ...
10 Great Cleveland Metroparks Hikes With Views
It's prime outdoor season and the Metroparks are, as always, the place to be. Here are 10 hand-picked hikes from the parks experts that come with some stupendous views. Great Falls of Tinker's Creek, Bedford Reservation. Henry Church Rock, South Chagrin Reservation. Ponds of Acacia, Acacia Reservation.
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