Cleveland Clinic commits $3 million to Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank
CLEVELAND — The Cleveland Clinic announced it was committing millions in funding to Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank after the health system was recognized with an award on Wednesday. What You Need To Know. Akron-Canton recognized the health system with its Guiding Partner Award on Wednesday. Cleveland Clinic announced a new...
Power outages: Nearly 12,000 FirstEnergy customers in Northeast Ohio lose power
Nearly 12,000 FirstEnergy customers in Summit County lost power on Thursday morning, April 23, according to the utility.
Medina considers different angles to tackle sidewalk problems
MEDINA, Ohio – Working with a consultant to identify tree-related sidewalk issues and purchasing a larger grinder to repair minor sidewalk problems are both under consideration by the city’s streets and sidewalks committee as the body looks to modify Medina’s current sidewalk program. The committee met April...
Akron Golf Shrine’s Power Broker Poised For $3 Billion Shakeup
The operator of Firestone Country Club, the private Akron course that regularly draws national tournaments, is reportedly on the verge of a roughly $3 billion sale that could send shockwaves through the members-only club world. If it closes anywhere near that number, it would rank among the biggest deals in the membership-club market and could change who ultimately pulls the strings at...
Late for doctor’s appointment, Broadview Heights driver doesn’t stop after striking mailbox: Brecksville Police...
Property damage, Highland Drive: On March 25, a Highland Drive resident called police regarding a property damage call. An arriving officer talked to the caller, who observed a woman driving a car back out of a neighbor’s driveway before striking a stone mailbox, which was dislodged from its base.
Motorcyclist taken to hospital after I-76 crash, highway reopens
A motorcyclist was taken to the hospital after a multiple-vehicle crash on Interstate 76 on Wednesday in North Jackson.
Orrville Police investigating text message threat to middle school
ORRVILLE, Ohio (WOIO) - The Orrville Police Department is investigating a text message threat to the middle school on Wednesday morning. According to the release, police do not believe there is a credible threat, but are taking the matter seriously and actively investigating. The police department reminded the community that...
Between Akron And Pittsburgh Is Ohio’s Wilderness Escape For Fishing, Hunting, And Birding
If you want to escape the urban bustle, eastern Ohio can be a great place to do it. It's where you'll find the scenic trails and stunning rock formations of Cuyahoga Valley National Park, for starters. There are a number of lesser known parks and natural areas in this part of the state, as well, including Highlandtown Wildlife Area, a state-managed natural refuge...
Metropolis Popcorn to close Hudson storefront Sunday
The owner of Metropolis Popcorn said that he has decided not to renew the lease on the gourmet popcorn's Hudson storefront, and will close that location on Sunday, April 26. However, the Cuyahoga Falls location will remain open, owner Brent VanFossen said in a social media post. "Our online and food truck sales are growing, and our overall company sales remain strong," VanFossen stated...
Akron police arrest 14-year-old with stolen firearm
AKRON, Ohio (WOIO) - Akron Police detectives arrested a 14-year-old boy with a stolen firearm on Tuesday. According to the Akron Police release, Akron Police Department’s Anti-Violence Bureau detectives were conducting surveillance on a 14-year-old boy after receiving credible information that he was hiding a firearm near East CLC.
