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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

DOWNTOWN AKRON — Akron City Council approved applying for a grant through the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration for improvements at the Akron Fulton Airport during the July 21 meeting ...

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 ...

Photo courtesy of Rescue 330 AKRON — Terrance is a 1-year-old, 48-pound sweetheart who is the perfect mix of independent and affectionate. He is fully housebroken and has done well without a ...

NEW FRANKLIN — Following a recent drowning of a swimmer at Portage Lakes State Park, some area residents are questioning if additional safety measures need to be put in place at the park, which ...