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Cuyahoga Falls launches ‘Bike Champion’ safety program for bicyclists, e-bike riders

CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio (WOIO) - As e-bikes surge in popularity across Northeast Ohio, Cuyahoga Falls leaders are stepping in to curb an uptick in bicycle-related crashes with a new community safety initiative. Mayor Don Walters announced the rollout of the Cuyahoga Falls Bike Champion Program; an interactive educational
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Killer Video expands, with more rentals, microcinema and retail space

Killer Video opened in November 2024 as an homage to horror movies and the golden age of VHS. Now, owner Jonathon Carmichael is ready to expand. Introducing: Totally Killer Video. Carmichael and co-owner Erika Fritz recently took over the entire first floor of the historic Selle Generator Works building on...
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The Most Insanely Fun Mini Golf Course In Ohio Is A Hidden Gem For...

There are places you visit once and forget by Tuesday, and then there’s Rolling Greens Miniature Golf in Uniontown, Ohio, which somehow lives rent-free in your head for the rest of the summer. You don’t see it coming, and that’s exactly what makes it so good. Ohio...
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Area colleges rank high on U.S. News and World Report list

Several Northeast Ohio schools were included in the U.S. News and World Report’s 2027 rankings, which evaluates over 100 best college rankings to help students and their families identify colleges that best meet their needs. The rankings highlight colleges that excel in areas such as value, social mobility, teaching,..
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NASA director to speak at Stark State

John A. McCullough, director of Space Communications and Navigation within NASA’s Research and Technology Mission Directorate, will visit Stark State College, 6200 Frank Ave. NW, N. Canton, Tuesday, Oct. 13, to discuss NASA’s exploration plans for the moon and Mars and the growing need for careers in engineering, scien
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Garden supply manufacturer gets tax credit to expand in Middlefield, Twinsburg

CLEVELAND, Ohio — A manufacturer of lawn and garden supplies plans to expand in Middlefield and Twinsburg, creating 90 jobs across the two communities as part of five Ohio projects approved for state tax credits on Monday. The Northeast Ohio project involves The HC Companies, which does business as...
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October 2026 Fall Fun Events in Northeast Ohio

There are many ways to enjoy the sights, sounds and seasonal fun of fall in the greater Cleveland/Akron region. Check the list below to find a family-friendly fall festival near you. FRIDAY-SUNDAY. Derthick’s Corn Mazes. Corn mazes, jump pad, monster clue maze game, safe archery and big slides. Derthick’s Corn...
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Akron police search for fatal hit-and-run driver

AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Akron police are asking for help finding a hit-and-run driver who killed a pedestrian. Police say Jesse McCool, 38, was crossing South Main Street near East Miller Avenue Saturday night when a black SUV hit him and kept driving. McCool died from his injuries Sunday night.
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Stow-Munroe Falls marching band surprises 5-year-old superfan for his birthday

SUMMIT COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - Members of the Stow-Munroe Falls High School gave a young member of the community a big surprise over the weekend. The district shared on Facebook that the band learned that a local 5-year-old boy is its biggest fan, so a couple dozen students decided to make his birthday one to remember.
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Keep Voting! The Summit County Best Places to Eat and Drink Race Is Close

CLEVELAND, Oh - THE FINAL HOURS ARE HERE!. We’re down to the wire in our search for the Best Place to Eat and Drink in Summit County — and it’s a close race!. Fans are showing their support for their favorites, but anything can still happen before the poll closes at 3 p.m. Tuesday.

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