Hartville bids farewell to Jeff Reale
An open house was held the evening of Jan. 16, at the Church of Christ, 460 E. Maple St. in Hartville, to celebrate a “REALE-TIE-ERMENT” party for Jeff Reale, PT, MA, who is retiring after 37 years and possibly hanging up his tie, at least from wearing one to work. Guests were encouraged to wear a tie in Reale’s...
Bitter cold grips Northeast Ohio as snow chances increase in week ahead
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Frigid air and occasional light snow will dominate Northeast Ohio through the weekend, with wind chills dropping well below zero at times before a more organized round of snowfall moves in later next week, according to forecasters at the National Weather Service Cleveland. A chance of...
AARP offers free tax help in Portage County
AARP Foundation has announced free tax assistance and preparation through its Tax-Aide program. Portage County has three AARP tax preparation sites − Reed Memorial Library (Mondays); Streetsboro United Methodist Church (Wednesdays and Thursdays); and Kent United Methodist Church (Fridays and Saturdays). Locations in...
New record low set at Akron-Canton Airport Saturday morning
The Akron-Canton area set a new record for low temperatures early Saturday morning. The National Weather Service says the temperature dipped to minus 9 degrees Jan. 31 at the Akron-Canton Airport in Green − breaking the previous record low of minus 5 degrees set in 1948. A low of minus 20 was recorded at the Akron...
Opinion: “The Alarming Normalization of Cruelty in Society”
(Disclaimer) This piece is an opinion article by Tara Mosley Weems, former Councilwoman of Ward Five, and the Executive Director, B&V Family Community Resource House, City of Akron. The views and opinions are not those of Kimberly F. Brown, Brown on Cleveland, Newsbreak, or its affiliates. They are the sole views of...
Northeast Ohio warms slightly Monday before another snow system Friday
A gradual warming trend begins Monday with high temperatures reaching the high 20s, though light snow showers are expected as a weak system moves through the area, according to the National Weather Service Cleveland. While accumulations will likely remain under an inch, slippery roads and reduced visibility could...
Pav’s Creamery sells Lawson’s, Winking Lizard flavors for Super Bowl🍦
Pav's Creamery has brought back one of its boldest creations, Lawson's Chip Dip Ice Cream, and a fun new flavor: Winking Lizard Hot Honey Peach Wing Ice Cream. The returning flavor and its new companion are available for preorder through Feb. 5. They will be available for pick up at the Pav's locations in Cuyahoga...
Multiple injuries reported following plane crash in Ohio
OHIO — A small aircraft crashed Sunday afternoon in Portage County, authorities said. According to dispatchers with the Brimfield Township Police Department, the crash occurred at approximately 2:30 p.m. in the area of Ranfield Road and Old Forge Road in Brimfield Township. The Ohio State Highway Patrol reported that...
Ohio Farm Bureau’s AgriPOWER selects local farmer for latest class
COLUMBUS — Christian Steiner of Creston has been selected to participate in the 2025-2026 AgriPOWER Institute , a leadership program designed for farmers and agribusiness professionals, according to a community announcement. Steiner is a partner at Steinhurst Farms, where he serves as head herdsman. He manages the...
Snowy, cold pattern could last into March: FOX 8 rest-of-winter outlook
Northeast Ohio should brace for a colder-than-normal and snowier finish to winter, according to FOX 8 meteorologist Scott Sabol, who says the region is locked into a persistent storm pattern that could last into March.

















