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The city of Green looks much different today than it did when the Hartong family started farming there more than a century ago. What was once open fields is now home to shopping centers. Residents can stop at Target, grab coffee from one of several options on the way to work, or spend the evening at the city’s pickleba

The Lake Township Chamber of Commerce held another ribbon cutting for a new business in Hartville on Wednesday, June 3. This time, the MorningCONNECTIONS Road Trip went to Pulp Juice and Smoothie Bar, located in Hartville Centre Plaza at 841 W. Maple St., Hartville. Arielle Kenyon, owner of the new business location, w

Bring them back! We asked Beacon Journal readers to name some of the defunct corporate chains that they would like to see make a comeback in Ohio. They quickly cranked up the nostalgia machine and whisked us back to some of their favorite places from yesteryear. Here are some of the brands that people miss in the Akron

CLEVELAND, Ohio — The world’s largest operating steam locomotive will roll across Northeast Ohio on Monday, bringing a rare chance to see one of the most famous locomotives ever built. Union Pacific’s Big Boy No. 4014 is scheduled to cross the region June 8 as part of a...

AKRON — Pedal down and stay aggressive. After all, a team doesn't have any hopes of repeating or getting to its end goal without mashing the gas — and staying aggressive along the way. The Notre Dame Titans' softball program did exactly that from start to finish throughout...

StarkScapes, LLC continues to serve Canton and nearby communities with lawn care, landscaping, and snow removal services built around dependability and seasonal maintenance. The company describes itself as a year-round, full-service landscape maintenance provider for residential and commercial properties across Canton,

Look! Up in the sky! The Goodyear Tire and Rubber Co.’s Wingfoot One and Wingfoot Two blimps made their way in leisurely loops as they flew across the City of Akron’s 24 neighborhoods Saturday morning during its first Blimp Day. Blimp Day is expected to become an annual...

Craving a hearty breakfast that puts chain diners to shame? At Farmer Boy Restaurant in Akron, Ohio, the $8.99 plate proves simple food can be unforgettable. Friendly faces, hot coffee, and portions that mean business make this country cozy spot a local habit. Pull up a booth and let the griddle do the talking.

Greenville softball pitcher Ella Oswalt didn't hold back when talking about how much she hates losing after a loss in OHSAA Division III state semifinals

(WJW) — Saturday will not be a washout – there will be plenty of dry time. Scattered showers and a few storms Saturday morning. There will be a break in the rain and storm activity early Saturday afternoon. Additional downpours and storms will not start to develop again until after 3PM.