‘Blighted’ Fairmount Temple to be demolished
The former Anshe Chesed Fairmount Temple building is set to be demolished after Beachwood City Council voted unanimously on Oct. 5 to designate the property a blighted area. Beachwood Law Director Todd Hunt said before the vote that the need for the site at 23737 Fairmount Blvd. to be declared a blighted one is because the city could possibly take advantage of potential financial benefits that are available for urban renewal, when a rundown area is revitalized and put back to use, projects under
Mexican-Filipino Café Mestizo Kitchen to Open in Cleveland’s Old Chinatown
A new restaurant blending Mexican and Filipino cooking is getting ready to open its doors at 2162 Rockwell Ave. in downtown Cleveland, taking over a completely renovated space in the heart of Old Chinatown. Mestizo Kitchen and Café, owned by Jessie Mendoza and Armando Llamas, plans to serve Filipino classics, Mexican bakery favorites, and a fusion menu the owners are calling Mexipino.
Brecksville man plays key role in return of remains of World War II soldier...
An official-looking package received in 2021 by Brecksville resident Adam Walko – one that he initially thought was fraudulent – turned out to be a key factor in identifying and returning the remains of his long-lost great-uncle who died in combat in World War II in Germany. “I...
Sentencing for man who injured 5 Cleveland police officers
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - The man who injured five Cleveland police officers and a K-9 during a shooting and a chase earlier this year, was sentenced Wednesday to 25-27 years in prison. On Monday, Brian Branch pleaded guilty to:. Five counts of attempted murder. One count of felonious assault. One...
Some Anthem patients could lose access to Cleveland Clinic care
Cleveland Clinic has notified patients on Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield insurance plans they may lose access to Cleveland Clinic doctors in 2027 if the two sides don’t strike a deal by the end of the year. A statement from Anthem said the insurance company is working to...
Defense in Gregory Moore murder case wants more time, prosecutors want January trial
New defense lawyers are raising questions they believe could help clear Gregory Moore and have also filed a motion to have the case dismissed.
Things to Do This Weekend In Cleveland: Oct. 22-25
With all of the sweet shops that line Detroit Avenue, Lakewood is a chocolate lover's paradise. To capitalize on that, Lakewood Alive, the city's economic development organization, has organized Chocolate Walk. The event begins at 5:30 p.m. Various locations, lakewoodchocolatewalk.com. Joe “Mr. D” Dombrowski at Hilarities. A kindergarten...
Cleveland’s plan to help support neighborhood grocers
We've reported on the critical need for access to good, neighborhood grocery stores and its impact on the overall health of the community, but many local grocers are struggling to stay open.
GCRTA suggests new bus, rail services
A new levy for public transportation in Cuyahoga County offers hope to transit riders and those who would like better, more frequent transit options to be available to them rather than dependency on more cars and parking (NEOtrans). CLICK IMAGES TO ENLARGE THEM. Levy info, options weighed by board. Potential...
43 cars targeted in Little Italy break-in spree
In Cleveland’s Little Italy, it’s becoming an all-too familiar crime: Parked cars are targeted, belongings are stolen and neighbors are wondering who could be next.
