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Beloved Canton South barber a hair's length from retirement after 52 years
CANTON TWP. – Marvin Harstine makes the 40-minute drive from his home in Carrollton almost every day to work at his barbershop, Canton South Barbers. Now, he is a hair's length from retirement after 52 years of cutting hair in the community. ...
Let the sun shine! Our 11 favorite patios to enjoy in Stark County
Ah, sunshine and warmth, we've missed you. With the arrival of some summer-like temperatures, we realized it was time to think about heading outside for a drink or a meal, so we got our group of knowledgeable foodies back together with a new assignment − pick the top restaurant patio areas in Stark County.
Tam O'Shanter continues transition from golf course to park. See upcoming changes
JACKSON TWP. − Stark Parks officials hope to make Tam O’Shanter Park a more usable green space for the community. That's why the park district is planning a driveway and entrance overhaul at the park, as well as the addition of new Americans with Disabilities Act compliant restrooms. ...
Handel’s churns up limited-time ice cream flavor
Handel’s Homemade Ice Cream has churned up a favor for May − carrot cake. The new flavor joins the high-quality, made-from-scratch options created by founder Alice Handel in 1945. Handel's Homemade Ice Cream has nearby stores at 3107 Lincoln Way E in Perry Township; 7212 Fulton Drive NW...
'I Will Survive!' Vox Audio is back with new director and pop, rock, disco show in Canton
CANTON − Vox Audio will return to the stage for two concerts this weekend and perform an array of songs from stars such as Billie Eilish, Elton John, Lady Gaga, Billy Joel and Sam Smith. Songs will cross genres from pop to rock to disco and focus on a theme of resilience, said...
Parasson’s Italian Restaurant to close two locations, reopen one
Parasson’s Italian Restaurant is set to consolidate its three locations, reopening the dining room at its Akron location at 959 E. Waterloo Road June 3, while simultaneously closing its Barberton location at 234 Wooster Road and its Stow location at 3983 Darrow Road. The Akron location was chosen to...
'My art will always be in the park': Fairless fifth graders create artwork for park
BETHLEHEM TWP. ‒ Fifth graders at Fairless Elementary School are keeping the history of Navarre alive through art. Art teacher Jenny Best led the students in creating 6-by-11 acrylic paintings to adorn a two-dimensional, 16-foot canal boat at Navarre-Bethlehem Township Park, 8201 Hudson Drive SW. The 93 pictures include...
Gervasi earns coveted AAA Four Diamond Designation
CANTON – Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa has received the coveted AAA Four Diamond Designation. The honor is bestowed by an inspection-based group that has been in existence for more than 80 years. The Gervasi family of eateries, hotel spaces and wine-making business has been operating in Canton since...
Bel-Air shines in Mother's Day show in Alliance
Rhythm & Blues band Bel-Air brought smiles to moms faces Saturday night at the Firehouse Theater in Alliance when the group performed a free concert in celebration of Mother's Day. About 160 people attended the event, which featured performers Walter Johnson and Dazzle Hawkins of Alliance and Cornelius Parson Sr. and Waymon Griffin III of Akron. Pastor Joyce Williams of Feed My Sheep Ministries/New Beginnings House of God kicked off the event with a prayer. And songwriter/producer Dunn Pearson Jr., who is also known as the “Black Beethoven,” started the music with the song “This is the Day.” This article originally appeared on The Repository: Bel-Air shines in Mother's Day show in Alliance
Gervasi Spirits wins at 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition
Gervasi Vineyard Resort & Spa at 1700 55th St. NE in Canton won the double gold medal at The Tasting Alliance’s 2024 San Francisco World Spirits Competition for its pink peppercorn gin. The pink peppercorn gin was inspired by a drink that Shae Pridemore, head distiller for Gervasi Vineyard...
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