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T.B. Pasko’s debut novel “Knights on the Graveyard Watch” is the inaugural book in the 7th Precinct Series. It’s set in the fictional western Pennsylvania city of Port Isley. Officer Danilo Venko is a self-described “fossil” with a flip phone. He doesn’t accept free coffee in diners. Venko is eligible for retirement...

On Friday night, "A Night to Shine" celebrations were held at churches across the world. It is the mega event of the year for people with special needs and their families and caregivers.

INDEPENDENCE, Ohio -- There’s no doubt we’re living in a trading card zeitgeist. That’s why Sweets & Geeks, to better serve the Pokémon and Magic: The Gathering card market, opened a new store in Independence. “The uniqueness of this store is it’s going to be trading...

Wooster High School's Best Buddies chapter brought joy and empowerment to campus last week, hosting the world's first all-Down Syndrome improv troupe, The Improvaneers, for performances that highlighted abilities over disabilities and fostered new friendships. The event, held Feb. 5, 2026, featured a school-day show...

A year after Social at the Stone House in Massillon was named among USA Today's Restaurants of the Year, we're shining a light on those we think should have earned a spot on the 2026 list. Each year, USA Today celebrates Restaurants of the Year across the country, shining a spotlight on dining spots that celebrate...

CHIPPEWA LAKE — People jumped into the icy waters of Chippewa Lake to raise funds for local causes as part of the Chippewa Lake Lions Club Foundation’s annual Polar Bear Jump on Saturday. Committee leader Alan Robbins said this year’s event was originally scheduled for Jan. 31, but...

Scouts to offer spaghetti dinner BEACH CITY – Beach City Scout Troop 301 will have its annual all-you-can-eat spaghetti dinner from 5 to 7:30 p.m. Feb. 21 at the Beach City American Legion Post 549, 125 Third Ave. NE. The cost for adults (11 and older) is $10; youths (ages 5 through 10), $5; children younger than 5...

Cuyahoga County real estate tax bills must be paid or postmarked by Feb. 19 and payments that are received by March 2 will not be assessed a 10% late payment penalty. Property taxes can be paid in person at the Cuyahoga County Treasurer’s Office at 2029 E. 9th St. in Cleveland, by mail to the Cuyahoga County...

A downtown Akron landmark disappeared quietly this winter. Oh, to be sure, the former West Arcade building probably made one heck of a noise when the ProQuality Demolition crew began knocking it down with heavy machinery in December. But many people haven’t noticed the city’s newest empty lot because there is no...

As Adam was getting ready to go to the Valentine’s Dance at Garfield Community Learning Center Thursday afternoon, he had trouble containing his excitement. Sporting a blue vest and bandanas decorated in festive hearts, Adam, a facility dog who works at the Summit County Prosecutor’s Office with his handler, Alyse...