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Fall fundraiser supports Medina County Police Activities League
MEDINA, Ohio -- The Medina County Police Activities League, also known at MCPAL, held its annual Fall Mix and Mingle fundraising event Oct. 2 at the Blue Heron Event Center. After enjoying a buffet of appetizers, more than 100 guests took part in a silent auction and three different raffles to raise money for supplies, equipment and other expenses for the program.
Olmsted Falls residents to decide Election Day levy renewals
OLMSTED FALLS, Ohio -- Voters in Olmsted Falls will be deciding three familiar levy renewals on Election Day. “These are renewals, they are not tax increases,” Olmsted Falls Mayor James Graven said. “These are also outside millage, meaning any new property tax reevaluations do not result in more taxes...
Main Street Medina works a spell for a witchy good time on Ladies Night Out
MEDINA, Ohio -- With Halloween drawing closer, Main Street Medina is inviting all ladies to fly over to the historic district and enjoy some witching fun during the fourth and final Ladies Night Out of 2024. The spell will be woven from 5 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 17, with local...
Middleburg Heights Fallfest brings (skele)tons of family fun (photos)
MIDDLEBURG HEIGHTS, Ohio – Kids in costumes roamed the Middleburg Heights City Hall grounds with their families on Saturday (Oct. 5) to celebrate all things autumn at the city’s free Fallfest. A large crowd enjoyed the spooktacular fall day, participating in Trick-or-Treat Trail, hayrides, inflatables, food trucks, an...
Search begins for new Rocky River City Schools superintendent
ROCKY RIVER, Ohio -- The Rocky River City Schools Board of Education is taking the first steps in its search for a new superintendent. Current Superintendent Dr. Michael G. Shoaf announced to the Board of Education in March that he plans to retire on Dec. 31, 2025. Shoaf has been...
Families of people killed in action honored in Gold Star memorial dedication
AVON LAKE, Ohio -- Veterans from Avon Lake’s American Legion Post 211 recently commemorated the installation of a Gold Star family memorial in Lorain County. More than 25 Gold Star families from across the county attended the dedication, including U.S. Rep. Bob Latta (R-5), a representative sent by Gov. Mike DeWine and Lorain County Commissioner David Moore.
Parma Heights residents to decide charter amendments on November ballot
PARMA HEIGHTS, Ohio -- Voters on Election Day will be deciding four issues recommended by the charter review commission. “I believe very strongly in bringing citizens together every five years to have a look at how our city is governing itself,” Parma Heights City Council President Tom Rounds said.
Rocky River scout completes Story Book Walk at Linden Park
The new Story Book Walk at Linden Park, 3600 Linden Road, Rocky River, promotes literacy, family/community engagement and encourages spending time outdoors, thanks to Boy Scout Evan Baisch, Rocky River High School senior working toward his Eagle rank. An official Ribbon Cutting Ceremony took place Oct. 3 with several city...
Targeting air pollution could help reduce childhood asthma: Molly Bryden
Guest columnist Molly Bryden is Policy Matters Ohio’s climate and sustainability researcher. In his last State of the State address, Gov. Mike DeWine promised to address the root causes of childhood asthma. Supporting Ohio’s childcare programs -- where children play, grow and learn -- and targeting air pollution in...
Rocky River Safety Town dedication celebration Oct. 11: Short Takes on the Westshore
Rocky River city officials will dedicate the city’s new Safety Town during a special celebration from 1 to 3 p.m. Oct. 11, next to the city pool, 21018 Hilliard Blvd. Families are encouraged to attend as there is no school in the district on Friday. The dedication of the...
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