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Fired Akron officer waives his right to a mayor's hearing but will go to arbitration
Ryan Westlake, an Akron officer fired over two use-of-force incidents, waived his right to a mayor's hearing. Westlake, though, will take his termination to arbitration. Westlake has a troubled history that includes multiple disciplines and him being fired, then reinstated in 2021. An Akron officer who was recently fired following...
19 things to do in Northeast Ohio this weekend, from Cleveland Marathon to Asian Festival
CLEVELAND, Ohio — It’s another busy weekend in Northeast Ohio, with festivals, outdoor sporting events and more lined up for the weekend. From the Cleveland Marathon to the Cleveland Asian Festival, there are plenty of ways to enjoy the warm weather this weekend. Here are 19 things to do in Greater Cleveland this weekend.
What's a Ponzi scheme and who is Ponzi? UA business professor sheds light on investments
When University of Akron professor Eric Brisker teaches his business students about Ponzi schemes, it’s as an example of what not to do. Brisker said Ponzi schemes are illegal and run contrary to the accepted rules for investing. ...
Ravenna residents hailed for 'lifesaving' efforts after apartment fire
Two people who helped their neighbors as a fire ravaged their Hazen Avenue apartment building were recognized for their lifesaving efforts. Brittanie Larson and Christopher Taylor were given Lifesaving Awards from the Ravenna Police Department at a recent Ravenna City Council meeting. Capt. Jake Smallfield said both Larson and Taylor were instrumental in saving lives when the fire took place in the apartment where both lived.
The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery places in Top 100 Brunch Spots 2024
The Blue Door Cafe & Bakery at 1970 State Road in Cuyahoga Falls has ranked sixth on Yelp’s 2024 list of the Top 100 Brunch Spots. The cafe was highlighted on the list due to its “scratch-made European breads and pastries,” which make up many of its dishes, including bananas Foster French toast, according to the list. Popular menu items at the restaurant include its English muffins, croissants and eggs Benedict.
FirstEnergy fights release of reports documenting internal investigation of House Bill 6 scandal
COLUMBUS, Ohio — FirstEnergy Corp. is fighting to prevent the release of reports documenting the Akron electricity company’s internal investigations into the events surrounding the House Bill 6 scandal, which led to the 2020 arrest and subsequent convictions of ex-House Speaker Larry Householder and others. The Ohio Consumers’...
Cute! Northeast Ohio fire departments rescue baby animals from wall, drain
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) - Two fire departments in Northeast Ohio performed some lifesaving rescues for animals in need recently. The Cleveland Fire Department rescued a frequent flier after its owner called saying her kitten was stuck in a wall. Fire officials say this is the second time this cat has...
Akron police can no longer chase vehicles for equipment violations. What you need to know
Akron police can no longer chase vehicles solely for equipment violations like having no taillights or cracked windows. Acting Police Chief Brian Harding and Capt. Michael Miller presented the new policy changes to the Akron Citizens' Police Oversight Board Wednesday evening and answered questions from the board. ...
Solon man who stalked dental office last month is arrested again
SOLON, Ohio -- A Solon man who last month was nabbed by police for stalking his dental office was back at it again. At 5:05 p.m. May 9, it was reported that the man, 38 -- who became the subject of a protection order in late April for harassing workers at his former dental office -- had violated that order.
See all homes sold in Cuyahoga Falls, May 6 to May 12
The following is a listing of all home transfers in Cuyahoga Falls reported from May 6 to May 12. There were 16 transactions posted during this time. During this period, the median sale for the area was a 1,674-square-foot home on Hunter Parkway in Cuyahoga Falls that sold for $219,900.
Ravenna High School students get to work for Day of Service
Hundreds of Ravenna High School students took a day off school to serve their community, wearing orange shirts as they painted windows, picked up trash and helped out at social service agencies. The sixth annual Day of Service brought many students to downtown Ravenna, where they painted congratulatory messages to...
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