Westfield Center
LATEST NEWS
Ohio lawmakers discuss options for property tax relief
COLUMBUS, Ohio — After property reappraisals were sent to homeowners across the state, some Ohioans are voicing concern over the impacts to their property taxes. State law requires Ohio counties to reappraise property values every six years. The counties are on a rotation, and in 2024, 18 counties -- including Cuyahoga -- were on the docket.
Rain in the forecast for Greater Akron through Thursday, but the weekend is looking clear
Summit County residents eager for clear, blue skies will have to wait another day or so, as showers are in the forecast until Thursday afternoon, according to the National Weather Service. Sunny skies and daily temperatures in the low to mid 80s are projected for this weekend heading into early...
Soap Box Derby 2024: It takes a village to race here: ‘Just one big family’
Racers at the 2024 edition of the International Soap Box Derby World Championships may journey down the hill solo, but they don’t make it to the top alone. On Wednesday, one student from Chicago competed in Akron for the first time thanks to the help of her after-school program. Three teens rekindled an unlikely friendship with derby opponents. And a veteran racing family valued competing together more than they celebrated medals.
Moen Insurance Initiative Aimed at Water Savings
NORTH OLMSTED, OH — Moen, the North Olmsted, OH-based manufacturer of kitchen and bath faucets, showerheads, sinks and related products, has announced an initiative with Amica Insurance aimed at encouraging Amica policyholders to utilize Moen’s “Flo Smart Water Monitor and Shutoff” devices through special savings and installation programs.
Tickets Go on Sale Today For the First Two Shows of the Broadway in Akron Season
Playhouse Square announced that tickets to the touring Broadway productions of TINA – THE Tina Turner MUSICAL and DEAR EVAN HANSEN will be available for purchase beginning Wednesday July 17, 2024, at 10 a.m. Both shows are part of the 2024-2025 Broadway in Akron series, a collaboration between Playhouse Square and the University of Akron and will take the stage at E.J. Thomas Hall at the University of Akron this fall. Tickets can be purchased by calling 216-241-6000 or online at playhousesquare.org.
10 most expensive homes sold in North Ridgeville, July 8-14
A house that sold for $506,000 tops the list of the most expensive residential real estate sales in North Ridgeville in the past week. In total, 19 residential real estate sales were recorded in the area during the past week, with an average price of $324,584, or $164 per square foot.
Cleveland Orchestra provides fireworks of the non-pyrotechnic kind (July 13)
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — It was a night of fireworks at The Cleveland Orchestra’s Blossom Music Center concert on Saturday, July 13, even if there were no after-concert skyrockets. The Orchestra’s principal trumpet Michael Sachs deserves primary credit, supplying as he did a whole summer’s worth of pyrotechnics in a single trumpet concerto.
North Canton firefighters take extra step to help those in cardiac arrest
NORTH CANTON, Ohio (WOIO) - Firefighters are compiling a list of all AED’S (Automated External Defibrillators) within their community. According to their Facebook post, this is an “effort to ensure that patients who suffer a sudden cardiac arrest within our city receive prompt treatment.”. The information will then...
Elyria Catholic football preview: Chase Farris preps Panthers for second season — 2024 camp tour
EUCLID, Ohio — A new division and new conference await Elyria Catholic, which already underwent a massive overhaul last year with Chase Farris’ hiring as its football coach. Farris returned to Elyria after a prominent playing career, playing on the offensive and defensive lines at Ohio State before...
2024 Pro Football Hall of Fame Enshrinement Festival – Here’s the Schedule!
It’s “Hall of Fame” time! That means 1480 WHBC will be out and about and sharing all the fun with you! Here’s the full schedule provided to us by the Canton Area Chamber of Commerce plus notes on where you’ll see US! Be Proud Canton! Here we go!
News Release: Last Chance to See Two Paul Brown Museum Exhibitions
News Release: Last Chance to See Two Paul Brown Museum Exhibitions. The two current baseball exhibitions in the Paul Brown Museum within the Massillon Museum will close on August 4. Jerry Kalback, Deadball Era Series: An Illustrator’s Process includes 37 paintings and five sketchbooks filled with examples of Kalback’s preliminary...
Former Kent State football standout serves up Cajun favorites | Local Flavor on Wheels
Local Flavor on Wheels: This summer, we’re trying area food trucks for our Local Flavor series instead of sit-down establishments. We hope you’ll come along for the ride! It all started sitting in a classroom at Kent State. ...
This couple met at Akron AAA their first day of work. They've now been married 35 years
Gail and Rick Lee have a gift for longevity in both work and play. On July 28th, the Lees will celebrate their 35th wedding anniversary. But that pales in comparison to the 46 years they celebrated in April as employees of the Akron AAA. ...
Ex-regional Fed president: Inflation headed lower, with interest rates likely to follow
WASHINGTON (AP) — Having worked in the Federal Reserve system her entire career, Loretta Mester rose to become president of the Cleveland Fed for a decade until her retirement on June 30. During most of her years on the Fed’s interest-rate-setting committee, Mester was likely to favor relatively higher...
Win Tickets To ‘One Night Of The Bee Gees’!
The Staying Alive: One Night Of The Bee Gees tour is coming to Cleveland!. To purchase tickets to Staying Alive: One Night Of The Bee Gees, CLICK HERE. NO PURCHASE NECESSARY. Void where prohibited. Open to legal residents of the United States residing within the Cleveland, OH metropolitan area, who are 18 years of age or older. The Staying Alive: One Night Of The Bee Gees register to win contest ends on Sunday, August 4, 2024. Subject to Official Rules.
Welcome to NewsBreak, an open platform where diverse perspectives converge. Most of our content comes from established publications and journalists, as well as from our extensive network of tens of thousands of creators who contribute to our platform. We empower individuals to share insightful viewpoints through short posts and comments. It’s essential to note our commitment to transparency: our Terms of Use acknowledge that our services may not always be error-free, and our Community Standards emphasize our discretion in enforcing policies. We strive to foster a dynamic environment for free expression and robust discourse through safety guardrails of human and AI moderation. Join us in shaping the news narrative together.