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Cleveland man indicted for allegedly crashing car into Parma house, striking 4-year-old child while intoxicated
CLEVELAND — Zachary Michael Pettry, the Cleveland man accused of crashing his car into a Parma house and striking a child while intoxicated on July 4, has been indicted by a grand jury in Cuyahoga County. According to court records, the 32-year-old Pettry has been indicted on the following...
See all homes sold in Cuyahoga Falls, July 8 to July 14
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Cuyahoga Falls reported from July 8 to July 14. There were 18 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,176-square-foot home on North Haven Boulevard in Cuyahoga Falls that sold for $224,500.
Merriman Road to close for few hours at Weathervane Lane intersection for signal pole work
A section of Merriman Road will be closed Thursday beginning at 9 a.m. as crews work to replace an existing signal pole, according to a news release from the Akron Engineering Bureau. Beginning at the intersection of Merriman Road and Weathervane Lane, the south half of Merriman Road will be closed. Traffic will continue to be maintained in all directions, according to the release, but on Merriman Road, eastbound and westbound traffic will be merged into single...
Hedrickson TIREMAAX Auto Tire Pressure Control System Reaches Milestone
NORTH CANTON, OH – (Trailer Technician) – Hendrickson celebrates a significant achievement in its legacy of innovation and excellence as the one-millionth TIREMAAX® automatic tire pressure control system is installed. This milestone installation was completed by Utility Trailer and sold to Kroger, highlighting the impact of TIREMAAX in the transportation industry.
Green Drum Circle unites community in percussive joy
GREEN — People of all ages, from all over northeast Ohio, come together Tuesdays from 2 to 4 p.m. at the John Torok Community Center Pavilion, 4224 Massillon Road, to participate in the Green Drum Circle — a weekly, cross-cultural experience of percussive harmony. Participants range in age...
Akron artists to restore North Howard Street Black Lives Matter mural
Mac Love, co-founder of Art x Love, attended a July 10 Public Art Commission (PAC) meeting to discuss restoring the Black Lives Matter mural in Akron’s Cascade Valley. The mural, on North Howard Street between North and Cuyahoga streets near Lock 15 Brewery Company, was originally painted on the road in 2020.
Push for more affordable housing long overdue, Cleveland council members say
Cleveland City Council recently green-lighted three affordable housing developments in the neighborhoods for public funding. Even though these won’t be large-scale projects, they are viewed by council and supporters as holding great promise because the housing is intended for everyday Clevelanders. These housing developments focus on building primarily single-family...
Glenville presents Browns quarterback Deshaun Watson with state football championship ring
BEREA, Ohio — Midway through Deshaun Watson’s second 7-on-7 football invitational tournament, Glenville coach Ted Ginn Sr. and his players surrounded him near the main field at Berea-Midpark High School’s Roehm Athletic Complex. Ginn extended his hand, which held a case with one of the Tarblooders’ 2022...
Akron police: Suspect remains at large in attack of jogger on Towpath Trail
AKRON, Ohio — Akron police are searching for a suspect accused of attacking a woman jogging along the Towpath Trail near the West Bartges trailhead. Police say another person on the trail intervened and saved the victim, but the attacker is still at-large. The attack happened June 28 at...
Staying safe in the heat while training for the fall sports season
LOWELLVILLE, Ohio (WKBN) – Fall student-athletes are putting in the work to get ready for the season, but how can they do it safely in this heat?. “Hydration is obviously the big key because we know we’re losing a ton of sweat when we’re out here, working out,” said Luke Olesky, an athletic trainer at Akron Children’s Hospital.
Beachwood police chief announces retirement: I-Team
The FOX 8 I-Team has confirmed that the Beachwood police chief is retiring this September. Police Chief Katherine Mclaughlin sent a letter to city officials Wednesday informing them she plans to retire from law enforcement Sept. 13.
Cleveland teen accused of stealing puppy from Parma Petland pleads guilty to theft, obstructing justice
CLEVELAND — A Cleveland teen who was accused of stealing a valuable puppy from a Parma pet store in March pleaded guilty to charges including aggravated theft, court records show. After plea negotiations with Cuyahoga County prosecutors, Markeze Williams, 18, withdrew previous pleas of not guilty and admitted to...
Seven most expensive homes sold in Strongsville, July 8-14
A house that sold for $497,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in Strongsville in the past week. In total, seven residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $339,857. The average price per square foot was $159.
Jersey Mike's Sub open in Salem's Eastgate Shopping Center
A Jersey Mike's has opened in Salem on E. State Street, located in the Eastgate Shopping Center. Cedartown Foods, who runs the store, is holding a fundraiser to help Salem High School Athletics in honor of its grand opening this week. The fundraiser will be held until Sunday, July 21st.
EPA watchdog investigating delays in how the agency used sensor plane after East Palestine derailment
EAST PALESTINE, Ohio — The EPA's Inspector General is investigating why the agency didn't get its specialized plane loaded with advanced sensors into the air over East Palestine until four days after the disastrous Norfolk Southern derailment last year. The Associated Press reported on a whistleblower's concerns this spring...
Cleveland City Council speaks out after HUD report shows lead exposure in CMHA public housing
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A recent report released by United States Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) shows families who live in public housing in Cuyahoga County are at a greater risk of lead poisoning. Now, Cleveland City Council members are asking for an explanation and a solution. The...
Trumbull County Sheriff's Office Mounted Unit assisting security at RNC
The Trumbull County Sheriff's Office Mounted Unit is assisting with the Republican National Conference going on right now in Milwaukee. They are working to secure the perimeter of the convention, according to a news release from the sheriff's office. Deputy Ty Kata and his horse Titus are among others from...
Going, going, gone at the speed of light: William Shatner wardrobe auction draws big crowd
LAKE TWP. ‒ Hundreds of pieces of clothing owned by "Star Trek" actor William Shatner were instantly transported to new owners Wednesday. Nearly 500 items from his personal wardrobe were sold at auction at Hartville Marketplace, and beamed up, so to speak, to happy fans. ...
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