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Akron to celebrate 50th anniversary of Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival
AKRON — The City of Akron will host the 50th anniversary of the Heinz Poll Summer Dance Festival for three weekends July 26 to Aug. 8. All shows begin at 8:45 p.m., with a pre-show children’s interactive program at 7:45 p.m., and include:. • July 26-27 at Forest...
Successful Save by Westlake's "Are You OK?" Program
Westlake, OH - The City of Westlake's "Are You OK?" program proved its effectiveness again with a successful save today. After a senior citizen failed to answer her daily call, the Westlake Police Department (WPD) was immediately alerted. Despite several attempts to reach her, there was no response, prompting officers to be dispatched to her residence.
North Olmsted thrift store moratorium targets folks ‘popping some tags’
NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio -- Director of Economic and Community Development Max Upton has been hearing the Macklemore jokes. They started just as it was announced that North Olmsted was extending its 45-day moratorium related to any business operating as a thrift store. If you purchase a product or register for...
Cuyahoga Falls Police Blotter: July 17, 2024
This is a sampling of Cuyahoga Falls police reports made available July 17 and is not meant to be a comprehensive list of all events occurring in the city. All persons are considered innocent until proven guilty. 7-2 A State Road grocery store reported that after reviewing videotape a suspect...
Swagelok adding new distribution center in Solon
Swagelok, which was founded in 1947 and moved to Solon in 1965, has grown to be a $2 billion international business as it celebrated its 77th anniversary on July 14. The company, according to Amy Johns, senior manager of corporate communications and employer brand, said Swagelok is constructing a new distribution center and she expects it to be completed in 2025.
‘Le Diner en Blanc’ returns to Cleveland for elegant evening in secret location
CLEVELAND, Ohio – Le Diner en Blanc – the dinner in white – is back in Cleveland for a third summer on Saturday, August 24. Up to 800 participants can register for a space at the Parisian picnic-themed special event and party from 6:30 to 11 p.m. at a secret location.
New investment will turn decades of decay into new hope for a neighborhood
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - “First thing is, a lot of abandonment,” said Cleveland Councilwoman Stephanie Howse-Jones of Ward 7 as she walks up on the old apartment building. “But now, with this investment, you know that it’s hope.”. The former Community Circle building on Hough Avenue...
Cleveland Clinic becomes official healthcare provider for Kent State athletics
KENT, Ohio -- Kent State University and Cleveland Clinic announced Wednesday a new partnership that establishes Cleveland Clinic as the official healthcare provider for Kent State athletics, offering health and wellness services to student athletes throughout the year. “Our student athletes deserve the best support possible for their health and...
Cleveland police searching for 13-year-old missing 2 days
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Cleveland police are asking for help in locating a 13-year-old girl they say was last seen Monday evening. Officers say Zyonna Howard was last seen in the 800 block of East 150th Street in Cleveland’s South-Collinwood neighborhood. The 13-year-old was last seen Monday evening, police...
Puppy rescue prompts pet care reminder
NEW PHILADELPHIA (WJER) (July 17, 2024) – The Tuscarawas County Pound staff is urging everyone to spay and neuter their pets after taking in three litters of inbred puppies. Facility and Adoption Specialist Beth Lewis says a stray pickup the Friday before last became a rescue operation after the overwhelmed owner agreed to surrender the 19 pups, their mothers, and an unneutered male dog.
Browns' Contract Talks With Defender Not Going as Planned
The Cleveland Browns are enjoying the last few days of vacation. Training camp kicks off next week, as the rookies report on July 22 and vets join them on July 23. They enter the 2024 season with high expectations due to their loaded roster but things aren't perfect in Cleveland.
Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb hosts community town hall
CLEVELAND — Cleveland Mayor Justin Bibb and senior members of his administration hosted a community town hall Wednesday evening on the city's west side, with residents given the opportunity to personally ask him questions about his administration. The event took place at the Gunning Neighborhood Resource and Recreation Center...
Ohio gas prices fell from last week: See how much here
State gas prices fell for the second consecutive week and reached an average of $3.28 per gallon of regular fuel on Monday, down from last week's price of $3.39 per gallon, according to the U.S. Energy Information Administration. The average fuel price in state has fallen about 16 cents since...
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