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Storm Doors Protect and Enhance Entryways
A durable storm door is a smart investment for your customer–storm doors prevent drafts, provide an extra layer of insulation, protect entry doors from the elements, and offer outdoor visibility for homes with solid entry doors. ProVia storm doors are manufactured in Sugarcreek, OH, to the highest standards in...
Authorities suspect four dogs found in Wayne Township had been poisoned with rat poison
WAYNE TOWNSHIP ‒ Authorities believe that four dogs found last week on state land near the Beach City Dam may have been poisoned with rat poison. Three of the pitbull-type dogs were already dead when found, and the fourth had to be euthanized because it was suffering. The Tuscarawas County Dog Pound, in...
One man dead, two with minor injuries following accident on Holmes County Road 192
A 20-year-old Apple Creek man died following a Monday evening in a collision on County Road 192 in Prairie Township. Kendrick Miller, who was a front-seat passenger in a Chevrolet Trailblazer, suffered severe injuries and was transported by medical helicopter to Akron City Hospital where he died Tuesday, according to a news release...
30 years ago, Akron residents fought Walgreens' opening in Maple Valley. Now, it's closing
Three decades after the controversial demolition of Maple Valley School and construction of the Walgreens that took its place, the pharmacy at 1303 Copley Road in West Akron is closing. Nathan Burruss, shift lead at the Maple Valley Walgreens, said the store will close at 3 p.m. Aug. 19. ...
Summit County sewer services says new software to blame for recent billing errors
The Summit County Department of Sanitary Sewer Services (DSSS) announced Wednesday that the department has been implementing a new utility billing software that has led to issues for some customers in Stow, Hudson and Akron. According to DSSS, some customers received a bill with an incorrect due date or a bill for the first time in several months. If a customer received a bill noting a July 19 due date, the correct due date is Aug. 19....
Salute to Wayne County probation officers and their role in providing public safety
Probation officers work behind the scenes, and their contributions are frequently overshadowed by more visible figures in law enforcement and corrections. Yet, these dedicated people play a vital role in fostering public safety and transforming lives. They are the bridge between incarceration and successful reintegration into society. Their work encompasses responsibilities beyond the supervision...
Akron City Series football: 5 things to know from media day
Akron Public Schools hosted its annual City Series Football Media Day on Wednesday at the Akron Education Association building. Buchtel (6-6, 4-1) and East (8-3, 4-1) were City Series co-champions last year. ...
'A great program to be involved with': Tim Campbell is new Wadsworth High School AD
The Wadsworth athletic department has a new leader in Tim Campbell, who takes over as athletic director on Aug. 1. Brad Musgrave retired in June after spending the past 11 years as Wadsworth's athletic director. ...
All-Daily Record 23-24: Shelby Vaughn the clear choice for Girls Soccer Player of the Year
Player of the Year: Shelby Vaughn, Norwayne When Shelby Vaughn walked off the pitch for the final time, she walked off as one of the area’s top two players to ever play, right beside Wooster legend Jen Philippon. The debates can rage over who was better, but the two players left their mark on the area's soccer scene in equally impressive ways. Vaughn’s knowledge of the game, her ability to break down defenders, attack at will, turn...
Current, former Times-Reporter staff members win Associated Press awards for 2023 work
NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ The Times-Reporter received several awards this week from the Ohio Associated Press Media Editors for work published in 2023, including third place for general excellence. Photographer Andrew Dolph won five awards. ...
Lead safety advocates react to audit that found CMHA failed to report lead poisoning in children
The Cuyahoga Metropolitan Housing Authority failed to report at least 10 cases of children with lead poisoning, according to a recent audit by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development, or HUD. CMHA is one of the largest public housing authorities in the nation. The authority told HUD that...
5 things to do in NEO: BorderLight Festival, Akron Art Expo and more
BorderLight Theatre Festival takes over Playhouse Square in Cleveland this week, offering a diverse collection of indoor and outdoor theatrical performances. Attendees can explore national, international and fringe productions. Enjoy shows across many genres, including Alex Kern’s comedy “Thank you so Much for Coming,” the rock odyssey “Future Perfect” and Lucretia Stenson’s circus show “Fly Girl” about self-discovery. On Saturday, families can enjoy performances and activities designed for all ages. Festivities run through Saturday evening.
Akron Public Schools rejects resolution outlining how district would transport homeless students and students with special needs
AKRON, Ohio — Legal questions loom for Akron Public Schools as the district works to determine how it will transport an estimated 1,200 homeless students and students with special needs to and from school when classes begin next month. On Monday, the Akron Board of Education approved two resolutions...
Akron native pokes fun at his hometown in video
Miles Hlivko doesn’t take social media too seriously. The Akron native’s Instagram and TikTok accounts are a mix of goofy, comedic videos spoofing everything from radio DJs to Gov. Mike DeWine, along with outtakes from Hlivko’s musical projects and radio voiceover work. “Anything good I’ve ever done...
$750,000 Project Aims to Renovate New Phila Playground
Funding has started to be raised for an initiative to update and modernize a Tuscora Park playground. A walking fundraiser was held during First Town Days and raised $600 but more donations are needed to bring the Tuscora Park Inclusive Playground initiative to reality. Preston Cornell says the goal is...
Garfield junior Connor Hunt basks in aftermath of Move United Hartford Nationals
Garfield rising junior Connor Hunt had already proven himself at the state level as a tough competitor in the seated track events but now has made his mark at the national level. Hunt won the 100-meter seated dash at the Move United Hartford Nationals in Alabama by setting a national record of 15.71 seconds and finished as the runner-up the 400 and 800-meter seated dashes in the T54-U17 category on July 14.
Telehealth visits make access to physicians easier
For at least the past four years, telehealth appointments have been conducted across the U.S. The appointments are held remotely between a patient and their health care provider. These remote appointments allow patients and providers to connect with each other no matter where either party is located. Patients can meet...
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