Akron Zoo celebrates the birth of its first white-faced saki monkey
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - The Akron Zoo is celebrating the birth of its very first white-faced saki monkey. The baby was born on September 18 to his mother, Clementine, the zoo shared. This is the third baby for Clementine and the zoo’s male saki, Toumi, but the first at the...
‘Flying monkey’ born at Akron Zoo in historic first
It is the first birth of a white-faced saki monkey in Akron Zoo history, according to the zoo.
Stark County crash involving semi leaves 1 trapped, fire officials say
STARK COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The Canal Fulton - Lawrence Township Fire Department responded to a report of a crash involving a semi early Monday afternoon. According to the fire department, the report involved a passenger vehicle and a semi-truck with entrapment on Great Lakes Boulevard NW near Arcadia Street NW.
Domino’s abruptly closes 13 locations in one state
Domino’s has abruptly shuttered 13 locations in Ohio , but the pizza chain insists the closures do not reflect its performance. The closures in the state's north-central region are due to “an isolated franchisee matter,” a Domino’s spokesperson told The Independent . The stores were operated by franchisee Anthony Satte
Walsh Jesuit’s receiver room hasn’t missed a beat after departure of Power 4 commit
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio — The questions started almost as soon as Milan Parris left. One of the most recognizable playmakers in Northeast Ohio during his time at Walsh Jesuit, Parris helped the Warriors to an 11-2 record his senior year and established himself as a Division I prospect before moving on to the University of
Akron Marathon weekend will bring road closures across the city Sept. 25-26
Thousands of runners, volunteers and spectators will be in Akron later this month for the 24th annual FirstEnergy Akron Marathon, Half Marathon & Team Relay, and drivers are being encouraged to plan ahead for road closures. Closures will begin Friday, Sept. 25, and continue through race hours on Saturday, Sept....
Route 30 Project Wrapping Up, But Closure Coming
CANTON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – There’s still a few weeks worth of work to be done as part of the $12.8-million dollar Route 30 paving project from Canton to Minerva. All the pavement has been put down, but work on striping, rumble strips and raised pavement markings remains.
Who will make the Top 10? Cast your Summit County vote before 3 p.m.
CLEVELAND, Oh - Last call, Summit County!. Time is running out to vote for your favorite place to eat and drink in Summit County. The poll closes at 3 p.m. Monday, Sept. 21. We started with the 25 most-nominated spots, and now your votes will determine who makes the Top 10 and moves on to the next round of voting.
Jury convicts Akron woman of fatal hit-and-run
AKRON, Ohio — An Akron woman accused of killing a 30-year-old Akron man in a hit-and-run crash while she was driving under the influence has been convicted of vehicular manslaughter. Africa Watson, 28, also was found guilty of operating a vehicle under the influence of alcohol or drugs, according...
Popular restaurant team opening new Northeast Ohio spot
A new restaurant from the team behind The Last Page is opening its doors in Bath Township this week.
