SPRINGFIELD — Springfield Township Police Aug. 3 responded to the latest in what the department is calling “a troubling pattern of public safety incidents involving large gatherings and ...

FAIRLAWN — Junior Girl Scout troop 90111 from St. Hilary School has earned the Bronze Award — the highest honor a Junior Girl Scout can achieve — after completing a community-focused ...

According to a press release, the national program aims to help patients in their fight against cancer. This year, Subaru dealers nationwide will deliver more than 250,000 blankets to those in ...

BATH — Bath Volunteers for Service (BVS), a volunteer organization focused on helping area children and adults, recently announced the recipients of this year’s grant and merit awards. Each ...

DOWNTOWN AKRON — Following months of discussion, a marijuana dispensary project is moving forward in West Akron. During the July 28 Akron City Council meeting, members approved a conditional-use ...

Several area fire departments and other emergency management agencies participated in a recent hazardous materials training exercise. Photos courtesy of the Summit County Executive’s Office ...

GRANGER — Granger Trustees July 28 discussed speeding and other traffic related issues on certain roads in the township during Medina County Sheriff Deputy Bryan Barton’s report to the board ...

Jennifer Kelly Larkin of Stow, OH, passed away unexpectedly on July 12, 2025 at the age of 41. Born in Roanoke, VA on June 30, 1984 to Kevin & Jackie Larkin, she was preceded in death by her ...

BARBERTON — Barberton voters will decide on 19 proposed charter amendments on the Nov. 4 ballot, but may have to do their homework to understand what each charter change will entail. City ...

AKRON — In honor of Child Support Awareness Month in August, Summit County Prosecutor Elliot Kolkovich July 24 announced a free community event for individuals and families with child support ...

GREEN — The Summit County Engineer is alerting residents and motorists of an upcoming 75-day closure of Mount Pleasant Road starting July 28. The section of Mount Pleasant Road being closed is ...

AKRON — Akron Soul Train is highlighting the works of artist-in-residence Amber Bishop and emerging artist Katie Shae with an opening reception Aug. 1 from 5 to 7:30 p.m. at Akron Soul Train ...