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Canton roadwork: See which streets, bridges will be under construction in 2024
CANTON – More orange construction barrels are coming to Canton. The Canton City Engineering Department plans to spend nearly $14 million on road paving and street and bridge construction projects this year, its highest allocation since at least 2008, city records show. Nearly $6 million will be spent to...
'Something that everyone loves.' Never a dill moment at Canton Pickle Fest
CANTON − Pickle vendors and merchandise filled three streets Saturday near Centennial Plaza downtown at the inaugural Canton Pickle Fest Saturday. Those who took part seemed to agree that the event was a dill-light. Matt Burton, owner of Local Honey Glass in Akron, had sold his blown-glass pickles at...
'I want everyone to come.' Getting ready for Canton's 2024 Juneteenth celebration
This year's Juneteenth Community Festival is being held in Nimisilla Park this weekend with 100 vendors and an expected 3,000 attendees. Juneteenth, celebrated on June 19, became a national holiday in 2021 and commemorates the emancipation of enslaved people in 1865 after the end of the Civil War. CANTON ‒...
Philadelphia-based stir-fry and salad eatery to open in Stark County
Honeygrow — a Philadelphia-based fast casual eatery focusing on stir-fries and salads — is opening its first Stark County location later this summer. The restaurant will be located in the plaza at 4537 Everhard Road NW in Jackson Township, next to Biggby Coffee. CEO Justin Rosenberg launched the...
Ohio Senate proposal would provide more than $9M for Hall of Fame Village
The Hall of Fame Village could receive $9.76 million and the Pro Football Hall of Fame is set to receive $7 million from a state legislature plan to fund community projects. They are among five projects in Stark County and more than 600 projects statewide that are expected to receive part of the...
Canton cleaning homes around the shuttered Republic Steel mill
CANTON – Eric Thompkins loves being outside, cookouts and cornhole. But for decades, the Republic Steel mill on Eighth Street NE compromised outdoor plans for him and his neighbors. Air pollution kicked up by leaded steel production settled on everything in the area — houses, cars and, according to those living nearby, their...
Meet Twenty under 40! honoree Jake Patton: 'Be yourself. Don't be afraid to be different.'
Editor's note: Twenty under 40! is a collaborative effort between the Canton Regional Chamber of Commerce’s ystark! and the Canton Repository. It recognizes young professionals in Stark County. This year’s honorees are being featured each weekday leading up to the awards celebration, which will be June 25 at The Quarry Golf Club & Venue in Canton.
Hartville Council removes police chief overtime review provision from salary ordinance
KEY ACTION: Amended the village salary ordinance to remove council’s six-month review of overtime hours accrued by the chief of police. DISCUSSION: Council enacted a provision last year to allow Police Chief Kevin Moore to be paid for overtime hours, due to police department staff shortages. The provision also included a six-month review of Moore’s overtime hours.
YMCA of Central Stark County exceeds fundraising goal of $905K
JACKSON TWP. − The YMCA of Central Stark County annual campaign has raised over $945,000, exceeding its goal of $905,000. “This is a huge accomplishment for our YMCA, and we are fortunate to have great supporters who believe in the work we do each and every day,” said Rich Micelli, YMCA CEO. “The annual campaign and its success allow our Y to serve people, regardless of their ability to pay, who are a part of Y programs...
Barberton adds a day to its DORA for fundraiser
BARBERTON — Barberton residents and visitors will have an additional day to enjoy the city’s designated outdoor refreshment area (DORA) this year at a special event Sept. 8. City Council June 10 approved legislation amending the designated hours of the DORA to hold a fundraiser for the Magics...
Akron-Canton Airport, New Franklin sewer projects among big winners in state funding
A bill that passed the Ohio Senate this week includes millions of dollars in funding for Akron-area developments, such as sewer improvements in New Franklin and an investment into the Akron Zoo Veterinary Hospital. In total, Ohio Senate Bill 288 would fund $350 million in Ohio projects if signed by...
Area news in brief for June 14
GRANGE BREAKFAST − Smith Grange, 11090 Beloit Snodes Road, plans a breakfast from 8 a.m. to 11 a.m. Sunday. Meals are served for dine in or carryout. Cost is $12 for ages 13 and older; $5 for those ages 6 to 12; and free for those ages 5 and younger.
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