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"Ransom note" left by masked woman was a prank: Sheffield Lake Police
Sheffield Lake police said that a “ransom letter” left at a home in the city was determined to be a hoax intended as a prank. On Monday, Sheffield Lake police appealed to residents on social media for help identifying a masked woman who placed an envelope at the door of a resident.
Neighbor dispute involves metal detector and trimmed bushes: Brecksville Police Blotter
Property damage, Riverview Road: On June 27, a Riverview Road homeowner came to the police station to report a neighbor dispute. An officer talked to the woman, who said for more than two decades she’s had ongoing issues with a neighbor. If you purchase a product or register for...
Garfield Heights Superintendent dodges questions about student violence, teacher resignations
GARFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio (WOIO) - Parents and teachers say the Garfield Heights school Superintendent is clearly dodging questions regarding the district’s ongoing and brutal student violence. The problem has gotten so bad that many teachers have called it quits. Dr. Richard Reynolds has been the district’s Superintendent for more...
McDonald’s abruptly closes location after 40 years as fans find note on door – diners fear another ‘boring gray box’
A RETRO McDonald's has shut down after around 40 years to make way for a renovation, alerting customers with a note on the door. However, fast foodies fear that the new McDonald's will be drab. Fan Ted Talevski shared news of his local McDonald's closure in a Facebook post from...
Euclid Police: Added security measures prevent issues at Ss. Robert and William Festival
Euclid Police Chief Scott Meyer credited increased security measures in helping officers to diffuse potential disruptions by juveniles outside the Ss. Robert and William Festival.In a department news release signed by Meyer, the chief stated in recent months, several area community festivals have been disrupted by large groups of unruly juveniles. In planning for this […]
Local Catholic churches finding ways to prevent teens from ruining parish festivals
EUCLID, Ohio (WOIO) - Chaos at parish festivals this summer. A big problem the pastor of Euclid’s St. Robert and William Catholic Parish is trying to fix. They had their parish festival over the weekend. On Friday night Euclid police say teens disrupted the festival by blocking traffic, gathering...
Highway object damages vehicles in spectacular fashion: Broadview Heights Police Blotter
Property damage, I-77: On June 29, police were dispatched to I-77 regarding property damage calls from two drivers near PV. The callers each said they hit an unknown object in the roadway that damaged their vehicles. If you purchase a product or register for an account through a link on...
Saint Mark's Egyptian Festival
Attention food lovers and culture enthusiasts! Get ready for a taste of Egypt right here in Cleveland. Saint Mark's annual Egyptian Festival is back, and you're invited to join the celebration! This year’s festival runs Friday, August 23rd thru Sunday the 25th. The best part? Admission is absolutely FREE!
Bass boat seized after Cleveland fishing tournament cheating scandal sells at auction for $82,000
CLEVELAND — The boat seized following last year's Cleveland fishing tournament scandal has sold at auction. According to GovDeals, the $130K bass boat sold for $82,000 after 44 bids following its initial listing at $25,000. After taxes and a 10 percent buyer's premium, the total price of the boat will come out to $96,288.50.
Nursing’s Faye Gary receives prestigious Living Legend honor
Of the 4.7 million nurses in the United States, only 3,000 hold the distinction of membership in the American Academy of Nursing (AAN), an organization representing the field’s most accomplished leaders in policy, research, administration, practice, and academia. More selective still is the academy’s designation of Living Legend—and Frances...
Great Lakes Brewing Company in Cleveland to celebrate Christmas Ale in July on Thursday
CLEVELAND — A jolly July tradition is returning to Cleveland on Thursday. Christmas Ale in July at Great Lakes Brewing Company will be held on July 25 from 11 a.m.-10 p.m. Christmas Ale will be tapped at 11:30 a.m. and a pig roast food special will be served starting at 4 p.m.
Summer Fun Fest, Intergenerational lunch happening this weekend in Cleveland
As summer continues to quickly pass us by, the Cleveland community events are not slowing down anytime soon. Let’s look at what free events and activities the city has to offer this weekend:. Family Literacy Day. Join the Greater Cleveland Food Bank and Ashley B. for the First Annual...
Opera at the Italian Garden Offers Familiar Arias & Folk Tunes Al Fresco – for Free
The annual Opera in the Italian Garden event, taking place at the multi-level Italian Cultural Garden in Rockefeller Park, is as much about the experience as the music. The music, performed by members of the Cleveland Opera (formerly Cleveland Opera Circle) and guest artists, includes familiar arias (you can count on a “Nessun Dorma” performance), Broadway tunes, and popular Italian folk tunes such as “Mama.”
Cleveland State's Operation STEM Program Receives Insight Into Diversity Magazine's 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award
Cleveland State University's (CSU) Operation STEM program (OpSTEM) received the 2024 Inspiring Programs in STEM Award from Insight Into Diversity magazine, the largest and oldest diversity and inclusion publication in higher education. The Inspiring Programs in STEM Award honors colleges and universities that encourage and assist students from underrepresented groups...
Fire destroys longtime West Side restaurant, owned by father of pro wrestler
CLEVELAND, Ohio – A fire destroyed a decades-old restaurant on Cleveland’s West Side over the weekend. Gargano’s Restaurant and Catering – owned by Frank Gargano, the father of professional wrestler Johnny Gargano – caught fire Sunday evening and was all but burned to the ground.
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