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Kent Bans Feeding Deer and Other Wildlife as Herds Grow Bolder in Neighborhoods
KENT, Ohio — Kent City Council has made it a minor misdemeanor to feed deer and other wildlife, passing legislation Oct. 21 that residents and city officials describe as a first step toward curbing a deer population they say has grown too numerous and too tame, according to the Akron Beacon Journal. The new law […]
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Rabbit Stew bringing Samhain experience to Penguin City Brewing in Youngstown
A Boardman business featured on Ohio’s list of 100 Things to Do This Fall is hosting a special event at Penguin City Brewing with a portion of proceeds benefiting Animal Charity of Ohio. Rabbit Stew is an eclectic retail shop in Boardman specializing in one-of-a-kind finds and hosting educational...
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Haunted Yards & Dazzling Displays: A Drive-By Tour of Northeast Ohio’s Best Halloween Homes
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Ohio library temporarily closes after cockroaches released into building
Libraries are said to be quiet places. But when insects dispersed inside one Ohio branch Tuesday, there was plenty of reason to break the silence. The Toledo Lucas County Public Library told 614Now — for some reason — cockroaches were released inside its Kent Branch the morning of Oct. 27, forcing a temporary closure.
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A rare find. See a Dam doll at the Troll Hole Museum in Alliance
ALLIANCE ‒ The Troll Hole Museum has a new, rare addition to its collection of more than 43,000 troll dolls. A 1950s wooden troll crafted by the late Thomas Dam, original creator of the troll doll, was found, bought and donated to the museum for exhibition. "He didn't sell these," said Roy Henceroth, manager. "He gave these to his friends to help pay off debt." The quirky museum, founded by Sherry Groom, has owned the Guinness World Record for largest collection of unique troll dolls since 2012. It is home to more than 10,000 uniques. The 14-room museum includes exhibits with troll-ified musicians and celebrities, customized troll dolls, folk art and fan mail. Troll Hole also has a gift shop and cafe. Roy Henceroth and his brother, Jesse, are local musicians and Salem residents. They run the daily operations. They also played in the band TheBreezeWay, and formerly played for Green Jelly. The brothers bought the Dam doll and donated it to the Troll Hole. The brothers said they found it on eBay, from a seller in Minnesota. "This is where the history of trolls starts," Roy Henceroth said. Troll Hole promotes the Dam troll as the "Holy Grail of
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Phantom Fireworks to represent Breeders’ Cup horses
YOUNGSTOWN, Ohio (WKBN) — Phantom Fireworks and the Zoldan Family are teaming up with a contender in the Breeders’ Cup. Phantom Fireworks announced that it will be part of the ownership group for both The Puma and Facteur Cheval at the 2026 Breeders’ Cup. The Puma is...
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New pet ‘spaw’ opens in Boardman
BOARDMAN, Ohio (WKBN) — A new chapter began Wednesday for a pet grooming business in Boardman. The location along 1122 Western Reserve Road is now called Blue Ribbon Pet Spaw LLC, and it has new owners. Christine Stacy is one of them. Her family owned Blue Ribbon Motors for many years, and the car lot […]
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Cafaro Company acquires former O’Charley’s restaurant for $1.7 million in Niles
A restaurant space on Mines Road in Niles is now owned by the Cafaro Company. After over 50 years of operating, all O’Charley’s company locations were closed in the U.S. by the end of September, including the restaurant in Niles. The buyer with the same taxpayer address as...
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Students get hands on experience in filmmaking industry with new program
WARREN, Ohio — Students are now getting some hands-on experience in the filmmaking industry with the help of one northeast Ohio organization. The founder said the program fills a gap for students who would otherwise not have access to this type of learning. When Deon Stubbs was growing up,...
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Before Work, Youngstown Steelworkers Fueled Up At These 6 Diners That Still Open Early
Long before sunrise, the Mahoning Valley ran on coffee, eggs, and a full plate of potatoes. Shift workers heading to the mills needed a hot breakfast fast, and neighborhood diners were ready for them. The mills look different now, but plenty of those early-morning habits are still alive around Youngstown,...