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My name is Simon Varner. I am a chef and writer with a passion for local food. Every month, I’ll take a look inside the kitchens that keep Portage County fed and speak with the people behind the swinging doors. Today, I am highlighting Sonny & Olive’s, the new Italian-American spot opened by Mike Beder in Kent’s South

AKRON, Ohio — According to the Ohio Department of Agriculture, about 6,000 beekeepers across the state register their hives. These hives improve plant growth and provide natural food. Summit County has more than 300 apiaries, and Akron holds some of them. To start an apiary, one must find a...

A shoplifting suspect is in police custody Sunday after fleeing from police officers during a pursuit that ended when the vehicle struck a residence.

KENT, Ohio (WOUB) — The Ohio Bobcats (3-2) opened Mid-American Conference play in Kent, Ohio, facing the Golden Flashes (2-3) on their homecoming. The larger crowd would not be a factor, as the Bobcats would squeak past the Flashes 13-10. Kent State elected to defer to start the game, and the Bobcats would establish th

Stan Hywet Ohio Mart : 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 4 at Stan Hywet, 714 N. Portage Path, Akron. Featuring more than 150 juried artisans offering handcrafted work, seasonal food, vintage finds and family-friendly activities. Admission also includes a self-guided tour of the historic Manor House. stanhywet.org CCR Brunch with

CANTON − Cancel those dinner reservations at Scratch Steakhouse and Lounge. The fine dining restaurant, known for steaks, seafood, chops and pasta, was to open downtown next month. Owner and chef Demond Germany had outlined his plans in a Repository story in August. In the weeks since, he'd shared details on social med

CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - A mother is burying her second child in three years after her son was struck and killed while crossing a street in Akron’s Highland Square neighborhood. Sharon Franklin wants the woman who allegedly hit her son, to be held accountable. Police say a car came...

Central Michigan beats Akron 41-17 on Saturday at Kelly/Shorts Stadium, dominating the line of scrimmage and forcing three Brayden Roggow interceptions.

MEDINA, Ohio – A year of celebrating America 250 might soon be coming to a close, but the city still has more events in store to commemorate the nation’s birthday. On Oct. 24, Medina hopes to set the record for “Most Lit Pumpkins in One Location in Ohio” with the Great America 250 Pumpkin Salute.

AKRON, Ohio – Elijah Grice fielded the opening kickoff for East on Saturday afternoon and returned it up the sideline for a touchdown. It was just a sign of things to come for the Dragons in 38-7 Akron City Series win over Ellet. “It’s actually supposed to go to...