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Two people killed in separate crashes in Canton
CANTON ‒ Two people died in separate motor vehicle crashes on Thursday afternoon, the Stark County Coroner's Office said. Louise Wisniewski, 85, of Massillon, was pronounced dead at 3:36 p.m. at Cleveland Clinic Mercy Hospital after a collision at Tuscarawas Street East and Belden Avenue, said Harry Campbell, the coroner's chief investigator. The crash occurred at 12:37 p.m.
When is graduation? Here's when Canton-area high school seniors graduate in Stark County
It's the time of year. Area graduates are ready to flip the tassel from right to left and embark on their next journey. Graduations kick off tonight with Central Catholic and Minerva High School seniors getting their diplomas. Here is a guide to Stark County-area graduations: ...
Breakfasts came about because summer break meant loss of healthy meal for some school kids
Addressing community needs is a staple mission of Trinity United Church of Christ, and in 1993, the congregation made a critical decision when it voted to remain at 150 E. North St., Wooster, instead of rebuilding elsewhere. The church's impact on the community was further solidified in 1995 when a...
Police, coroner seek information about woman's body found at Wooster park Sunday
WOOSTER − The Wooster City Police Department is investigating the circumstances behind a body that was found Sunday at Grosjean Park. The victim was identified Wednesday as being Melanie Atherton, 26, according to the Wayne County Coroner's Office. "The case is still under investigation," said Chief Investigator Luke Reynolds...
'We knew it was going to be a big day': Norwayne shocks Triway to win district title
CRESTON — Norwayne faced a titanic challenge in Thursday’s Division III district championship game. State contender Triway was in the way, looking for a fourth straight district title. Undoubtedly, Norwayne was the underdog on its home field. Norwayne met the challenge and then some in capturing one of...
'Oh the memories': WHS seniors look back at time capsule created in third grade
MASSILLON – While exploring the remnants of nearly 70 years of education of Gorrell Elementary School, teachers found a plastic box in the attic. Inside was a snapshot of a different time. The box was filled with pictures of the third grade class from the 2014-15 school year. Those...
Ohio announces 22 new electric vehicle fast-charging stations. See where they're at
Ohio is handing out nearly $16 million to install 22 new electric vehicle fast-charging stations along highways throughout the state, including one in Canton. The funding is being awarded as part of the second round of the National Electric Vehicle Infrastructure Program. ...
Amelia Spidell perfect as Strasburg softball captures third straight district championship
OLD WASHINGTON — Call it district title perfection. Defending D4 state softball champion Strasburg captured a third straight district title, highlighted by All-Ohio pitcher Amelia Spidell, who tossed a perfect game in the Tigers’ 10-0 rout of Caldwell in five innings at the Buckeye Trail Athletic Complex on Thursday.
'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...
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. Canton South Barbers, 100 52nd St. SE,...
Bond Set For Man Charged In Massillon Movie Theater Killing
Bond has been set at a million dollars for a man accused in a deadly shooting this past weekend at a Massillon movie theater. Police called to the Regal Massillon on Cherry Road Northwest and found 27-year-old Daron Davis dead in the lobby. A woman who reports say was also...
Controversy surrounds proposed memorial for New Philadelphia murder victims
NEW PHILADELPHIA, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A controversy is unfolding in a Schuylkill County community over a proposed memorial for two murdered teens. 16-year-old Angelito Caraballo and 18-year-old Hunter Mock from New Philadelphia were murdered last year. Their mothers want to honor the teens with a memorial, but they say their effort is being rejected […]
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