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A Century Tradition: Newton Falls Kiwanis Cakewalk

Judges Rick Jolly, Shelley Jolly, and assistants Susan Holub, Carly and Troy Nicholas, NFHS National Honor Society members, and recorder Tim Holub had a challenge choosing from the many costume participants at Newton Falls Kiwanis’s 100th Annual Cakewalk, on a beautiful, though cloudy, autumn day. Thank you. Kiwanis would like to thank George and Mary Koutsounadis of Covered Bridge Inn; DJ Mindy Reed; Bob Burke at the P.A. system. We thank Newton Falls city workers, police, fire, street, and electrical departments for help with the scheduling set-up and break-down. Thank you to Mayor David Hanson for use of parking space for the club. We are delighted that NFHS Tiger Marching Band came to share several songs with us, and are happy they could stay for costume judging. Thank you, Director Hrdlicka. We continue our sponsorship of the arches, with signs made by Tim Heckathorn of Zip City Lazer.

Newton Falls, OH · 1d

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Garfield G-Men’s Kaufman & Thomas brothers earn All-Ohio honors as OHSAA Division III state meet

The Garfield G-Men cross country program may have only qualified three individual runners to the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state meet last Saturday at Fortress Obetz, but each one left a mark, as sophomore Lina Kaufman, junior Owen Thomas and freshman Lucas Thomas earned first team All-Ohio honors.

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Children’s Place Begins Closing Sales at Summit Mall and Across Northeast Ohio

The Children’s Place stores at Summit Mall in Fairlawn and three other Northeast Ohio locations have begun going-out-of-business sales ahead of a nationwide closure of the children’s apparel chain, the Akron Beacon Journal reported on November 13. The sales cover every Children’s Place location in the United States and Canada, according to a news release […]

Northeast Ohio, OH · 18h

Akron Leader Publications

Walsh tops Hoban; Highland advances

GREATER AKRON — Week two of the high school football playoffs are in the books with only two area teams advancing to semifinal games. The second meeting between Walsh Jesuit and Hoban was a little different compared to the first when Hoban beat Walsh 30-0 during the regular season. Out for revenge, Walsh Jesuit knocked Hoban out of the playoffs for the second year in a row. Walsh’s Kinzy Shea was 8-of-11 passing for 111 yards in the game, and Cam Brunson had five catches for 82 yards. Oliver Nonno also made field goals of 44 and 28 yards. It was Walsh’s defense that capitalized as Nathan Allen, Ben Biel, Xavier Steele and Drew Wollschleger all intercepted passes from Hoban quarterback Major Cribbs, who finished 10-of-26 passing for 130 yards and a touchdown. Hoban finishes the season 4-7, and Walsh Jesuit advances to play Nordonia at home in the Division II Region 5 semifinal game.

Akron, OH · 2d

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Ohio Proposes $46.7 Million for Road Projects, Including Stark and Cuyahoga Counties

Nearly $47 million could be heading toward major road projects across Ohio, including improvements in Stark and Cuyahoga counties. The Ohio Department of Transportation’s Transportation Review Advisory Council has approved a draft funding list totaling $46.7 million for 13 projects across 12 counties between fiscal years 2027 and 2030.

Cuyahoga County, OH · 2d

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Akron Public Schools director of communication sues district

Akron Public Schools spokesperson Stacey Hodoh has sued the district for alleged retaliation, harassment and bullying. Hodoh’s lawsuit, filed in federal court on Nov. 12, alleges she was not paid for additional work performed while serving as the interim IT director and that she was targeted for defending prior custodial supervisor Darian Johnson, among other issues. She is representing herself in court.

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Akron Schools Spokeswoman Sues District in Federal Court, Alleging Bias

Akron Public Schools’ own spokesperson is suing the district in federal court. Stacey Hodoh, the district’s director of strategic communication, media, community relations and outreach since 2024, filed a lawsuit Nov. 12 in U.S. District Court alleging discrimination and retaliation, and she is also suing Superintendent Mary Outley for retaliation and defamation, according to the […]

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Akron Children’s Tree Festival Opens Saturday With 154 Trees for a Good Cause

AKRON, Ohio — One of Northeast Ohio’s warmest holiday traditions opens Saturday, and every tree inside it is for sale for a good cause. Akron Children’s 45th annual Holiday Tree Festival runs November 14 through 22 at the John S. Knight Center, 77 E. Mill Street in downtown Akron, the hospital announced. The free festival […]

Akron, OH · 22h

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Cuyahoga Falls Adopts Strict Rules for Future Data Center Projects

Cuyahoga Falls City Council has adopted strict new regulations for any future data center projects in the city, capping the size, power draw and noise of the facilities and reserving the final say over water use to the city’s own utility departments, the Akron Beacon Journal reported. Council approved the regulations at its Nov. 9 […]

Cuyahoga Falls, OH · 21h

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Bluegrass Sunday at Southington Christian Church

What happens when a biblically-based, Jesus-centered church with a front-porch heart meets the soul-stirring sound of Appalachia? You get Southington Christian Church. Southington Christian Church is a nondenominational Christian church in the heart of Southington, Ohio, focused on one simple mission: community outreach, a truly welcoming environment, and centering everything around Jesus. No perfect people required. Just real people, real faith, and a place to belong.

Southington, OH · 1d

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Letter to the editor: Investing in the future

Editor’s note: The Portager publishes letters to the editor from the community. The opinions expressed are published not because they necessarily reflect those of the publication but because we feel they contribute meaningfully to the local discourse on matters of public interest. Post-election analyses are falling like the snow...

Kent, OH · 1d

Akron Leader Publications

Beaver Marsh still teems with life in November

PENINSULA — Beaver Marsh in Cuyahoga Valley National Park teems with life. Depending on the month, you may watch turtles swim among lily pads, glimpse a beaver nibbling on a willow branch or hear northern cardinals call from snowy trees. Discover what November has to offer with a trip to the marsh this month. Outdoor exhibits will help you explore the marsh’s stories and wildlife.

Cuyahoga Falls, OH · 2d

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Cuyahoga Valley National Park, OH · 17h

North Pole Adventure Holiday Train Opens Tonight in Cuyahoga Valley

The holiday season officially rolls into Cuyahoga Valley tonight, Friday, Nov. 13, as the Cuyahoga Valley Scenic Railroad opens its North Pole Adventure with departures at 5 p.m. and 7:55 p.m. from Rockside Station in Independence, according to the railroad’s official calendar at cvsr.org. The 90-minute excursion carries passengers from Rockside Station, at 7900 Old […]

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Soap Box Derby adds two new members to its Young Professional Leadership Council

AKRON — The International Soap Box Derby has elected two new members to its Young Professional Leadership Council, established earlier this year to encourage current and former racers to support growth in the Soap Box Derby youth program. The new members are Johnathan Johnson, 19, of Boston, Va., and...

Akron, OH · 2d

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What Highland Square spot was key to kicking off Alcoholics Anonymous in 1935? Plus more in this week’s news quiz

More than 90 years ago, two men began meeting in Akron to tackle their alcohol addiction. Eventually, they were joined by up to 80 others before moving their meetings to King School. The Highland Square location of those meetings is etched in Akron history, and the two men started a 12-step recovery program that has since gone worldwide. What’s the name of the place where they met? Take the quiz to find out. You can also test your knowledge about new housing in an old factory, quilting and a play about the suffrage movement.

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Less Pain at the Pump in Stark County

Gas prices in the Canton-Massillon area have dropped sharply by about 32 to 35 cents per gallon over the past week, falling from over $4.06–$4.22 a week ago. This steep decline puts Canton in line with Ohio’s statewide average, which saw one of the largest weekly drops in the nation.

Stark County, OH · 1d

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CLAUGUS TAKING HER TALENTS TO OHIO NORTHERN

LOUISVILLE, OH – From launching record-breaking home runs to delivering on the biggest stage in Ohio high school softball, Louisville’s Leah Claugus has made a habit of coming through when the Leopards need her most. Now, the talented senior is taking her game to the collegiate level. Claugus...

Louisville, OH · 2d

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Sunshine Slam Tips Off in Daytona With Wyoming, Duquesne, High Point, Kent State

College basketball is heading back to the Ocean Center as the Sunshine Slam returns to Daytona Beach for games on Nov. 22 and Nov. 24, pitting Wyoming, Duquesne, High Point and Kent State against each other in an early-season Division I tournament. Wyoming opens against Duquesne on Sunday, Nov. 22 at 2 p.m., while Duquesne squares off with High Point on Tuesday, Nov. 24 at 7 p.m., and Wyoming closes out its slate against Kent State that same Tuesday at 5:30 p.m.

Daytona Beach, FL · 20h

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