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On Monday, the Canton Police Department is reintroducing a technology designed to improve communication between the department and the community. It's called Versaterm Community Connect, and it was originally introduced in 2022.

A Swanton man died Monday afternoon in a two-vehicle crash in Richfield Township, according to the Ohio State Highway Patrol. James Kenczewicz, 69, was westbound on U.S. 20 near Kilburn Road when his SUV was struck by a pickup driven by Sidney Lark, 74, of Northwood, according to the patrol. Troopers said Mr. Lark was

Police responded to a reported fight at a slaughterhouse at 11:06 p.m. Sept. 26. There was no further information at the time of the report. Police responded at 11:26 a.m. Sept. 25 to a report of damage caused to railroad equipment at a construction site. There were no suspects or any further information at the time of

STARK COUNTY, Ohio (WOIO) - The Canal Fulton - Lawrence Township Fire Department had a ‘unique’ response today. According to the fire department, a vehicle became stuck on one of the skate park ramps at St. Helena Heritage Park. No injuries were reported, and crews were able to...

A New York woman found guilty in April of raping and abusing an 11-month-old girl who was in her care will likely spend the rest of her natural life in prison.

Somewhere in Ohio, tucked along a busy road in a building that gives almost nothing away from the outside, a kitchen is quietly serving some of the most memorable food in the state. The aromas hit you before you even reach the door, a warm, spiced welcome that makes your stomach do the talking.

CANTON, Ohio (News Talk 1480 WHBC) – A 20-year-old Massillon man arrested at a January murder scene has been sentenced to five years in prison on a gun conviction. De Iveon Newman pleaded guilty to an ‘improperly discharging a firearm’ charge last week and was immediately sentenced.

The Lake Local School District Board of Education met Monday, Sept. 21. Superintendent Brett Yeagley gave his report and covered a lot of items quickly. He stated that Lake had gotten off to an “awesome” start to the 2026-27 school year in its fifth week. He thanked the entire staff for their professionalism and work a

I knew it had officially turned into an Ohio October afternoon when I started warming my hands around a bowl of soup instead of my coffee cup. The wind outside had other plans for the rest of the day. That is usually when a sandwich starts sounding even better too....

Massillon’s Gilded Age Bicentennial Ball Massillon Bicentennial Committee will present a Gilded Age Bicentennial Ball at 5:30 p.m. Oct. 4 at Five Oaks Mansion (Massillon Woman's Club), 210 Fourth St. NE. Doors will open at 5 p.m. Guests can enjoy leisurely walks in the gardens and complimentary carriage rides on Histor