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Regional Sewer District Holds Town Halls for Horseshoe Lake Dam Removal and Doan Creek Restoration
SHAKER HEIGHTS, Ohio — A community-centered planning process to redesign up to 60 acres of potential parks around Horseshoe Lake begins with two public forums later this month. The lake bed itself comprises about 12 acres of that expanse, but has been drained since 2019 due to “significant issues with the structural integrity of the …
DVIDS – News – Pittsburgh District Commander Reflects on First Year in Command
PITTSBURGH — Col. Adam Czekanski has commanded the Pittsburgh District of the US Army Corps of Engineers for just over a year. Looking back on the past year, he reflects on the accomplishments of the district staff who manage the 23 locks and navigation dams, 16 multi-purpose flood damage reduction reservoirs, 80 local flood reduction …
COMMUNITY CALENDAR | News, Sports, Jobs
MON/8-8 Kolkata Beaver Local school board, 7 p.m., in 8th grade. Eastern Palestine Village Council, 7 p.m., municipal building Eagles kitchen open from 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.; Italian sausage with pasta, side salad and bun; $9; 330-886-0397 Eastern Palestine BOE Meeting, Elementary Media Center, 6:00 p.m. Village Council, 7 p.m., Municipal Building …
Four killed in shooting in Ohio neighborhood; authorities launch a manhunt
Four people were fatally shot in an Ohio neighborhood, authorities said as they searched for a man believed to be armed and dangerous. Butler Township Police in Montgomery County said officers were called to the area shortly before noon Friday to a report of gunfire. Chief John Porter said four victims …
4 killed in Ohio district; authorities launch a manhunt
Comment this story Comment DAYTON, Ohio — Four people were fatally shot in an Ohio neighborhood, authorities said Saturday as they searched for a man believed to be armed and dangerous. Butler Township Police in Montgomery County said officers were called to the area shortly before noon Friday to a report of gunfire. Chief John …
Community Learning Centers STARS program keeps students busy over summer – BG Independent News
The STARS at the Wood County Educational Service Center Community Learning Centers have been keeping cool by the pool this summer. This summer, students at six Wood County locations loaded buses and took more than 200 students on field trips like Imagination Station, Sauder Village, Toledo Zoo and Maumee Indoor Theater. When STARS students weren’t …
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Dogs help keep local goose population moving
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) — This is an issue that, frankly, has a lot of people honking their horns. We talk about the growing number of Canada geese that inhabit our area. There is a human way to help manage the problem and that involves four-legged helpers. You certainly don’t have to go far to find …
Rocky start for company hired to transport Lorain students to a district working on “Plan B” – Morning Journal
The relationship between the schools in the town of Lorain and the bus company it hired this spring to transport the students has got off to a good start. In April, schools in the city of Lorain elected to hire Auxilio Services for bus students for the 2022-23 school year, replacing First Student, which had …
‘Chicago Tonight’ in your neighborhood: Avalon Park | Chicago News
Chicago’s Avalon Park is named after its park of nearly 11 hectareswhich has a gym, tennis courts, baseball diamonds and a swimming pool. This pool has been open at least five days a week this summer, despite a citywide shortage of lifeguards, according to Shedrene O’Neal, chair of the Avalon Park advisory board. “It’s just …
Colorado Stands Up For Jayland Walker, Demands Community Control Of Police
Denver, CO – A crowd of approximately 30 gathered at the Colorado State Capitol on Saturday, July 30, in solidarity with the residents of Akron, Ohio and the family of Jayland Walker. Attendees included victims of police crimes and their families in the Denver area. Protesters demanded the charging of the eight Akron Police Department …
Ohio Department of Health awards $7 million to 26 community organizations
CLEVELAND, Ohio – The Ohio Department of Health has awarded $6.89 million to 26 community organizations to support projects that improve the health and lives of residents of the Health Improvement Areas of Ohio. Ohio’s Health Improvement Areas are neighborhoods that the ODH has identified as addressing socioeconomic and demographic factors that affect the resilience …
How My Ohio District Recruits and Retains Black Teachers – The 74
register here for The 74’s daily newsletter. Donate here to support The 74’s independent journalism. Having at least one black teacher in elementary school reduces the odds of dropping out by 29% among low-income black students and 39% among very low-income black males. Black students who have only one black third-grade teacher are 13% more …
Research: Rating Action: Moody’s Raises Bath Local School District, OH Issuer and GO Ratings to Aa3; positive outlook suppressed
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‘A warrior in law enforcement;’ Community Honors Late Clark County Deputy Matthew Yates at Funeral – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio
Clark County Sheriff Deborah Burchett speaks at the funeral of deceased Deputy Matthew Yates SPRINGFIELD — The Clark County community says a final farewell to the office of Clark County Sheriff Matthew Yates, now deceased. >>PHOTOS: Procession escorts fallen Clark County deputy to grave site Yates was killed on July 24 after a suspect shot …
How NJ Shrunk Its Homestay Population By The Thousands
Compared to just five years ago, the number of minors placed in foster care in the Garden State is down by more than 2,700. The New Jersey Department of Children and Families attributes the decline to a change in culture that places more emphasis on strengthening families following reports of abuse or neglect, rather than …
🌱 Senate District Map + County Jail Wish Lists + Trade Expo
Hi friends! It’s Monday in Strongsville and I’m back in your inbox with everything you need to know about what’s happening locally. Let’s do it… First, today’s weather forecast: Wet; a wandering storm pm. High: 85 Low: 66. Here are the top three stories from today in Strongsville: The new state senate district map has …
Flint general surgeon Dr. Jondy is making a lasting impact on the community
FLINT, MI — Dr. Abdelmajid Jondy. The name should tell you something. Jondy, 84, worked for Hurley Medical Center as a general surgeon for 50 years and in March 2022 decided to retire. A serious retreat this time. “He retired once before and we laughed because it only lasted 10 days,” said his daughter, Muna …
First Community posts decline in net income
June 11, 2022 Passing Mount Airy Secondary School along North South Street, one notices the walls, sidewalks and signage of a typical educational institution – but one probably doesn’t realize that a thriving business lies also within its limits. On a recent morning at the Blue Bear Cafe as the school year drew to a …
🌱 Progress in the renovation of the Great Lakes + Vistula Hyperloop district
Hello, Toledo. I’m here in your inbox today to tell you everything you need to know about what’s happening in town. Here is… First, today’s weather forecast: Rather sunny and pleasant. High: 82 Low: 62. Here are the top five stories from today in Toledo: The Great Lakes Hyper Loop took a step closer to …
“The Great Age Reboot” explores the impact of population change
Imagine a future where a 90 year old can live with the quality of life of a 40 year old. It’s not too far off — potentially within a decade, according to projections in a forthcoming book by Dr. Michael Roizen, 76, director emeritus of wellness at the Cleveland Clinic; Al Ratner, 94, former chairman …
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Cleveland community calls on city to do more after 21 people were shot in a week
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) – The Cleveland community is tired of all the gun violence. Over the past week, a total of 21 people have been shot and seven of them have died. “It’s awful and we have to take over,” said one resident. “We must take back our city.” On Wednesday, a 16-year-old boy was …
16-year-old boy shot and killed in Cleveland’s Tremont neighborhood, police say
CLEVELAND, Ohio — A 16-year-old boy was fatally shot and killed in the Tremont neighborhood on Wednesday, police say. Arthur M. McKeller of Cleveland Heights was fatally shot around 4:25 p.m. He was found lying in the grass near a residence in the 1700 block of Clark Avenue, according to police and the County Medical …
Cuyahoga Falls joins Power a Clean Future Ohio; seeks feedback on community sustainability workshops
CUYAHOGA FALLS, Ohio – Cuyahoga Falls announced this week that it is joining Power a Clean Future Ohio, a network of cities and local governments working to increase clean energy use and reduce carbon emissions. Cuyahoga Falls City Council unanimously approved a resolution to join the network earlier this month. “By joining PCFO, we will …
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Dave Chappelle’s company buys Oregon district building, records show – WHIO TV 7 and WHIO Radio
DAYTON — The company owned by popular comedian Dave Chappelle has purchased a building in the Oregon district that currently houses a popular comedy club, property records show. >> RELATED: Report: Oberer scraps Yellow Springs development on land near Chappelle’s home Chappelle’s company, Iron Table Holdings LLC, is now listed as the owner of 101 …
Who is Linda Lukacs? She Runs In District 2 Against Jen Campbell – Part 1
By Judi Curry There’s one thing about the San Diego City Council that some people don’t realize. Council seats are bipartisan. Whether the “owner” of that seat is a Democrat or a Republican should make no difference. They are elected to do the best for the community. Suffice it to say, the Holder is well …
Research: Rating Action: Moody’s Raises Fayetteville Perry Local School District, OH Issuer, and GOULT Ratings to A1
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Akron nonprofit provides second chances and place to stay for homeless people
It is literally a breath of fresh air for the people of an Akron community. In a few hours, the crews will open a housing center to help people struggling with mental illness and homelessness. It’s called the Naomi Project, and it’s built to help those get back on their feet and find long-term stability. …
Tamia Chappman’s older sister dies in shooting in Cleveland’s South Collinwood neighborhood
CLEVELAND, Ohio — Two teenage sisters suffered violent deaths just three years apart. Torionne Chappman, 18, the older sister of Tamia Chappman, died on Nottingham Road in Cleveland on Saturday after two men fired shots inside the vehicle she was in, police said. Tamia Chappman, 13, died in December 2019 when she was hit by …
The largest city with the oldest population in each state – 24/7 Wall St.
The American population is older today than it has been since record keeping began. The median age in the United States is 38.2, down from 36.9 a decade ago and under 30 in the 1970s. This trend is the result of several factors – long and short term. For one thing, Americans are now living …
Research: Rating Action: Moody’s Upgrades Fostoria City School District, OH Transmitter, and GOULT Ratings from A2 to A3
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Health Catalyst and Akron Children’s Hospital Partner to Advance Population Health Efforts
SALT LAKE CITY, July 26, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Health Catalyst, Inc. (“Health Catalyst”, Nasdaq: HCAT), a leading provider of data and analytics technologies and services for healthcare organizations, today announced today a broad, multi-year strategic partnership with Akron Children’s Hospital (Akron Children’s), a leading pediatric health system in the Northeast Ohio with two hospitals and …
After Spring Loss, North Olmsted City School District Returns to Fall Ballot with New Tax
NORTH OLMSTED, Ohio – Less than three months after 58% of residents voted against the North Olmsted City School District’s combined $7.8 million operating tax and bond issue, the school board has approved last week the implementation of the same demand for fresh money on the Ballot of November 8. “Our financial needs are serious; …
Residents of Cleveland’s Central Ward yearn for a grocery store as negotiations drag on
When Tesia McDonald, a resident of the centre, wants to get fresh groceries for her four children, she has to walk about 30 to 40 minutes, shop, and then bring it all home. Since she doesn’t have a car, McDonald’s can sometimes take a bus to the store. It helps, but she said public transit …
Stock Review of Richmond Mutual Bancorporation (NASDAQ:RMBI) and Community West Bancshares (NASDAQ:CWBC)
Richmond Mutual Bancorporation (NASDAQ:RMBI – Get Rating) and Community West Bancshares (NASDAQ:CWBC – Get Rating) are both small cap finance companies, but which is the better stock? We’ll compare the two companies based on valuation strength, profitability, institutional ownership, earnings, dividends, risk, and analyst recommendations. Analyst Recommendations This is a summary of current ratings and …
Appalachian Community Grant expected to create new opportunities | News, Sports, Jobs
A PIECE OF HISTORY – Preserving the history behind the Lincoln Bridge is one possible use for money from Ohio’s Appalachian Community Grants Program. STEUBENVILLE – Ask Aaron Dodds what he thinks of Ohio’s new Appalachian Community Grant program, and he’ll tell you it’s a unique opportunity, the kind of program …
Panel Highlights Challenges and Progress in Helping the Homeless | New
A Bakersfield nonprofit director tackling homelessness highlighted how the city achieved zero people considered “chronically homeless” in March 2020 during a panel discussion on Friday. The group also shared how partnerships and education can improve the situation that has allowed these numbers to rise during the pandemic. Mary Scott, director of customer services for the …
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Town of Lakewood launches neighborhood paramedic program
LAKEWOOD, Ohio (WOIO) — It’s a sentiment any adult, including Miss Ameeya, can’t shake. I wondered if something happened to an elderly parent, like a fall, and he needed paramedics right away. That’s why the Town of Lakewood is launching a neighborhood paramedic program. Paramedic Mike Sanders told 19 News how it would work. “We …
NJ Farmers Markets are full of food, fun and community spirit
Farming has never been easy, but with supply chain issues, inflation and now extreme temperatures, New Jersey farmers face some of the toughest conditions they have ever faced this summer. Many New Jerseyans looking to lend a hand and enjoy the best fresh local produce available head to a nearby farmers market. According to Chris …
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45 Newport students forced to move out of apartment complex, district says
CAMPBELL COUNTY, Ky. (WXIX) – Newport Independent Schools is among those seeking to help the hundreds of tenants moving out of Victoria Square apartments. A district spokesperson said up to 45 students would be affected after the apartments’ new owner delivered mass departure notices ahead of planned renovations. The spokesperson said students can continue to …
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two vacant apartments in Lagrange concerning an elderly neighbor
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – On the corner of Chestnut and Noble are two homes that have been empty for years. Joanna Quinn, who lives next door, has been pushing for years to have them demolished. “They’ve been like this for years. I constantly called the city about it, trying to get them torn down. Cats, …
Lakewood Launches Innovative Neighborhood Paramedics Program
LAKEWOOD, Ohio – Lakewood EMS last year responded to more than 650 calls from seniors injured in falls. More than half of these incidents were serious enough to require transport to a hospital or emergency room. With preventative efforts and care in mind, the city is taking a proactive approach designed to reduce 911 ambulance …
Ottawa County teachers endure boot camp
Ottawa County teachers graduate from boot camp OAK HARBOR — Eighteen teachers from the Benton-Carroll-Salem Local School District, Danbury Local Schools, Genoa Local Schools, Port Clinton City School District and Woodmore Local Schools have completed the second camp County Teacher Training Program during the week of June 13-16. The goal of the boot camp was …
Research: Rating Action: Moody’s Improves Groveport-Madison Local School District, OH Transmitter, and GO Rating from A1 to A2
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Jackson and Lordstown Plan to Create Joint Economic Development District | News, Sports, Jobs
LORDSTOWN — Officials for the Village of Lordstown and the Township of Jackson are considering the idea of forming a joint economic development district off Tod Avenue that includes properties in both communities. Jackson Township trustees attended Monday’s Lordstown council meeting to hear what would be involved if the two communities decided to …
Hank DeZutter, reporter who championed neighborhood news and profiled Barack Obama in 1995, dies at 80
LINCOLN PARK — Hank DeZutter combined the street smarts of a Chicago reporter, the whimsy of a jazz-loving poet, and a reformer’s distaste for things unfair or unjust. But while doing and teaching journalism in a career spanning half a century of social and political change, DeZutter is best known to those who knew him. …
Gannett A Community Thrives Program: How to Donate
Organizations looking to improve their communities are now raising funds through August 12 through the Gannett Foundation’s A Community Thrives grant and crowdfunding program. More than 700 organizations applied for the $2 million initiative in hopes of implementing community development ideas. In Louisville, these groups are Cedar Lake Foundation, Critically Loved, Dream Factory Inc., Kentucky …
Minneapolis project explores network resilience at the neighborhood level
GRID: Xcel Energy is partnering with community groups to develop “Resilience Centers” in three Minneapolis neighborhoods where solar and storage-powered microgrids will provide emergency backup power and additional grid balancing options. (Energy Information Network) TOO:• A team of American researchers is studying how power outages affect public healthwhich is part of a burgeoning new field …
Oasis of Love Church to Host Sixth Annual Community Party
Get ready for a block party, Mansfield! The Oasis of Love Church, 190 Chester Ave., will host its sixth annual community party taking place in and around Walter Jordan Drive, Raymond Avenue, Grant Street and Lida Streeet Saturday from noon to 3 p.m. The event is open to the public. “Our motto is ‘Unity in …
Pennsylvania native says fan conventions are a ‘Scream’ | Community
BOARDMAN, Ohio — Nancy Anne Ridder greets fans at one of several dozen folding tables placed around the perimeter of an “event room” at the Holiday Inn-Youngstown South in Boardman. She’s there for Mahoning Valley Comicon, a convention featuring actors, comic artists, and other guests. On the table in front of her are glossy 8×10 …
Postman needs security escort in Toledo neighborhood
A letter to residents indicated that a postman’s safety was at risk. When delivery resumed, the carrier was accompanied by a security escort. TOLEDO, Ohio – A south Toledo neighborhood was without mail delivery for about a week, after security concerns for one of its letter carriers led the United States Postal Service to suspend …
Oberlin City School District welcomes new group principal – Morning Journal
Feeling the beat of the musical instruments coming together has Ryan Jaeckin, the Oberlin City School District’s new band manager, grinning from ear to ear. Sitting in the music room at Oberlin High School, surrounded by trophies and award plaques from previous years, Jaeckin, 22, knows he has big shoes to fill — but he …
Immigration and abortion take center stage in 4th congressional district GOP debate Missouri Independent
Migrants seeking to enter the United States need easier access to temporary work permits, and long-term residents need a path to citizenship, Stockton Farmer Kalena Bruce said Thursday during the Republican debate in the 4th congressional district. Bruce, who said farmers and ranchers need a reliable workforce, also called for stronger border controls. But her …
Judy Clabes: Southern Non-Hospitality Rules in Historic Cov; David Klingshirn speaks out
We once claimed that Southern hospitality began at the riverside in Covington, but unfortunately we’re going to have to move the lines – which seems to be all the rage these days – in a way that doesn’t disregards the city’s former friendliness. Licking Riverside Historic District. What the deed shows about the property lines. …
De Blasio is trailing in the race for New York’s 10th congressional district; Carlina Rivera and Yuh-line Niou lead the pack: poll | app
The former New York City mayor scored just 5% in the survey of Democratic voters in the August 23 open race to represent a newly minted borough spanning lower Manhattan and parts of Brooklyn. × This page requires JavaScript. Javascript is required for you to play premium content. Please enable it in your browser settings. …
BG Board Now Requires Background Checks for Non-School Employees | Community
The School Board of Bowling Green City Schools changed its policy to require anyone not directly employed by the district to submit to a background check. School board members approved the amendment 4-0 at a special meeting Thursday. Member Tracy Hovest attended the meeting virtually and was unable to vote. The action comes after it …
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Medina council abandons non-lethal method to control deer population
MEDINA, Ohio — The city council continued discussions on archery deer culling at Monday’s (July 11) meeting, with several members expressing they still support a culling program. It comes after the council’s select legislation committee last week passed a recommendation for a non-lethal scheme to help control the deer population. The Board may return to …
Community calendar | News, Sports, Jobs
TUE/7-12 Alliance Rodman Public Library Playgroup, 10:30-11:30 a.m., Main Auditorium; for ages from birth to 5 years; information at 330-821-2665, ext. 223 Summer Movie Series, 5:30 p.m., Rodman Public Library Main Auditorium; 2000 American biographical disaster drama film based on the 1997 non-fiction book of the same title. It tells the story of …
Canton City Council establishes HOF Village entertainment district
CANTON — The creation of a community entertainment district that encompasses the Hall of Fame Village will provide up to 15 new liquor licenses for the region. The city council agreed Monday to establish the 75-acre Hall of Fame Village community entertainment district, subject to the Ohio Division of Liquor Control giving final approval. The …
Los Angeles Lakers interested in transfer for custody of Cleveland Cavaliers
July 10, 2022 ~ Los Angeles Lakers are rumored to be in place of Cleveland Cavaliers guard Collin Sexton. The 2020 NBA champions don’t have much wiggle room when it comes to their finances, with three major earners in LeBron James, Anthony Davis and Russell Westbrook on their books, while Talen-Horton Tucker, Kendrick Nunn and …
🌱 1 shot in the Outre-Rhin district + free audiological assessments
Hello, neighbors. It’s me, Carla Varner, your host for the Cincinnati Daily – back in your inbox with all the most important things happening in our community today. First, today’s weather forecast: Fairly sunny and more humid. High: 89 Low: 71. 🏡 Looking for more real estate leads in Cincinnati? Let us help you reach …
The entrance to the city center could become a new entertainment district
ZANESVILLE – A joint walkway project between the City of Zanesville and the Muskingum County Convention Facilities Authority could transform a main entrance to downtown Zanesville. The area around the Zanesville-Muskingum County Visitor Center and Secrest Auditorium could become a new entertainment district, with upgrades to the auditorium and a new open-air market and restaurant …
PLANNING YOUR ROUTES: KYTC District 1 Releases Traffic Impact Report July 10-16 | New
Several construction projects are underway in and around Western Kentucky. The Kentucky Transportation Cabinet District 1 released a traffic impact report for the week of July 10-16 to help you plan ahead for your driving times and travel routes. District 1 includes Fulton, Hickman, Carlisle, Ballard, McCracken, Graves, Calloway, Marshall, Livingston, Crittenden, Lyon, and Trigg …
Dogs could reduce the crime rate in your neighborhood. Seriously
Dogs are beyond awesome. These wonderful animals are so intelligent and so connected with us. For those lucky enough to own dogs, they truly are our best friends. Now researchers have discovered another reason to love dogs, and it’s not so obvious. According to new research, a higher concentration of dog owners in a neighborhood …
New OH station will meet growing community response needs
July 6—Washington Township. officials broke ground on a new $7.1 million fire station Tuesday night. The 15,259-square-foot facility at 716 E. Franklin St. next to Centerville High School will replace Fire Station 41 on Maple Avenue, township administrator Jesse Lightle said. Station 41, just off Ohio 48 behind Benham’s Grove, opened in 1969 and, at …
Neighborhood redlining leaves lasting imprint on heart health
Decades after racially discriminatory housing and lending practices were banned, new research suggests that historic neighborhood redlining continues to affect cardiometabolic health and associated risk factors. “Policies that were initiated in the 1930s continue to have a truly significant impact on shaping the cardiovascular health of an entire nation,” said lead author Sadeer Al-Kindi, MD, …
Neighborhood redlining leaves lasting imprint on heart health
Decades after racially discriminatory housing and lending practices were banned, new research suggests that historic neighborhood redlining continues to affect cardiometabolic health and associated risk factors. “Policies that were initiated in the 1930s continue to have a truly significant impact on shaping the cardiovascular health of an entire nation,” said lead author Sadeer Al-Kindi, MD, …
The leader of a convoy of truck drivers arrested in the district
The leader of a convoy of truckers who protested by driving slowly around the ring road was arrested in the district on Wednesday morning after the group drove vehicles down a street off the National Mall. DC police say David Riddell is wanted on a warrant from Maryland. Maryland State Police charged Riddell, 57, a …
Community art project diverts attention from government surveillance
The Chicago-area art installation transforms thousands of government surveillance records of local Arabs and Muslims into an immersive community archive. For filmmaker Assia Boundaoui’s predominantly Arab-American neighborhood in Bridgeview, Illinois, her 2017 feature documentary “The feeling of being watched” was proof, after years of FBI surveillance of their community, that they weren’t just paranoid. “As …
New Gold Coast lofts aim to revitalize Glenville neighborhood
CLEVELAND, Ohio – MetroHealth partners with developers to create a multipurpose space in the Glenville neighborhood of Cleveland that will provide resources to the long underprivileged area, an emergence trend among healthcare providers in the region. The project called the Gold Coast Lofts received unanimous design approval from the city on Friday from the Cleveland …
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Have you seen this truck?
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) — Neighbors on West 95th Street in the city’s Cudell neighborhood are proud of their yards, but in February they said property values had started to drop. According to locals, it was because a house was demolished and no one came to clean up the huge pile of mess left behind. “When …
Community Cat Coalition Helps Reduce County’s Stray Cat Population | Lifestyles
ASHTABULA, Ohio – The Community Cat Coalition has worked for two years to help control the stray cat population in Ashtabula County. So far this year, the group has helped 340 cats, including 33 cats trapped last weekend in Ashtabula, Geneva and Conneaut, said volunteer Kim Fedler. The cats were sent to area veterinarians to …
Young people talk about community violence | News, Sports, Jobs
WARREN – Young people this month will tell their own stories of how violence has affected them. They will speak at an NAACP-sponsored Youth Call to Action at a July 10 vigil at 3 p.m. at the Trumbull Community Action Program Building, 1230 Palmyra Road. The focus of the event will be for …
SC Johnson Community Aquatic Center sidelined by lifeguard shortage
ROOT — On a recent sunny summer afternoon, you’d expect to see the SC Johnson Community Aquatic Center, 2800 Ohio St., filled with enthusiasts having fun, swimming, wading, playing, laughing. Instead, all is quiet. A sign on the door explains the disturbing calm of the establishment. – Credit: Paul Holly A sign taped to a …
Torrential rains flooded the district and its northern suburbs overnight
Placeholder while loading article actions A relentless onslaught of thunderstorms inundated southern Montgomery County, northern Prince George’s County and northern areas of the district on Saturday evening, causing creeks to rapidly overflow and turn roads into rivers. The torrent stranded motorists and forced several rescues on the high seas, while water seeped into homes, displacing …
NEW YORK COMMUNITY BANCORP, IN
HICKSVILLENY , May 23, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — The Board of Directors of New York Community Bancorp, Inc. (NYSE: NYCB) (the “Company”) has announced the declaration of a quarterly cash dividend on its fixed rate non-cumulative perpetual preferred stock floating rate, series A (NYSE: NYCB PA) at the rate of $15.94 per preferred share, which is …
Riders complete Tour of Nebraska bike trip | neighborhood supplement
BY SUSAN LARSON RODENBURG for Neighborhood Extra Nearly 400 cyclists from 27 states completed the 2022 Tour of Nebraska, a biking adventure that traversed the Sandhills of Nebraska June 22-26. The non-competitive circle tour started and ended in Loup City with two nights in Broken Bow and Ord before returning to Loup City on Sunday …
Akron says there will be neighborhood fireworks on the 4th
There will be fireworks in the city of Akron on Fourth of July. The city announced Friday morning that it was not canceling plans for three separate neighborhood expos to go off Monday night. Ideas for 4th of July events in the Akron area:Fireworks, festivals and parades The city announced on Thursday that it was …
DEAR ABBY: Mother not supporting transitioning teen | Community
DEAR ABBY: I am a 19 year old trans male. I told my mom years ago, and while she didn’t stop me from transitioning, she’s definitely not supportive. Although she told him my new name and my new pronouns, she refuses to refer to me that way, even when we are alone. (I can’t tell …
Cincinnati needs a plan to reverse population decline
Crime, high taxes, and diminishing opportunities are driving Americans out of major American cities. Indeed, according to The Wall Street Journal8 out of 10 of our largest cities have lost population in recent years. Cincinnati itself has gone from a population of 331,300 in 2000 to 308,929 in 2022, a loss of about 7%. While …
The neighborhood with the highest child poverty rate in any state – 24/7 Wall St.
More than 40 million Americans live below the poverty line – an income threshold of about $35 a day, or $1,073 a month. Among those facing such extreme financial hardship, children are disproportionately affected. The United States has one of the worst rates of child poverty among wealthy, developed countries – and nearly 12.6 million …
school district sued for ‘anti-racism’ teaching ban | National policy
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio school district’s ban on “anti-racism” education is itself racist and an unconstitutional ban on free speech, according to a federal lawsuit seeking to have the lawsuit overturned. ‘prohibition. At stake is a resolution to create “a culture of kindness” narrowly approved last week by the Forest Hills School Board …
school district sued for ‘anti-racism’ teaching ban | app
COLUMBUS, Ohio (AP) — An Ohio school district’s ban on “anti-racism” education is itself racist and an unconstitutional ban on free speech, according to a federal lawsuit seeking to have the lawsuit overturned. ‘prohibition. At stake is a resolution to create “a culture of kindness” narrowly approved last week by the Forest Hills School Board …
Abortion in Ohio, Part 3: District Maps and Voting Seats Continue to Shape Abortion Laws | Ohio News | Cincinnati
Click to enlarge Photo: Mary LeBus Abortion advocates gather in Cincinnati in May 2022. This story is part CityBeat‘the sand Cleveland Scenethe feature package of on what the inversion of june 24th of Roe vs. Wade means in Ohio. Read more stories in our abortion series. As noted earlier in this series, many Ohioans and …
Savage at the head of Rotary District 6600
BRYAN – Rotarian Diana Savage will serve the 62 clubs of District 6600 as District Governor for a one-year term beginning July 1. Savage has been a Rotarian since 2008 in her hometown of Bryan. Rotary District 6600 covers clubs in northern Ohio, from Lake Avon west to the Indiana border. While at the Bryan …
“Every landscape architect helps shape their community for the better”: Meet the 2022 class of ASLA Fellows | New
anchor Image © Randall L. Schieber/Courtesy of MKSK Studios. The American Society of Landscape Architects (ASLA) recognizes 27 landscape architects, scholars, researchers, and planners for their work and contributions to the field. Founded in 1899, ASLA is the designated professional association for the landscape architecture community in the United States. From their …
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Parma targets speeding with ‘Drive Safe’ neighborhood sign campaign
PARMA, Ohio — Tired of motorists driving down its side streets, a longtime resident decided to do something about safety. “I myself have three children and a grandchild,” said Wexford Avenue resident Dennis Vasko, who has lived in the town for more than 40 years. “My street, especially in the morning and afternoon rush hours, …
13 Ohio Organizations Received $25,000 State Farm Neighborhood Assist Grant to Help Communities
Operators of Marion’s Peanut Butter Jelly Truck Program receive their donation from State Farm. This program was one of 13 recognized in Ohio. Peanut Butter Jelly Truck Program UNDATED – Neighbors across the country have responded to help change their communities for the better. 13 Ohio organizations have each won a $25,000 grant from State …
Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District Changes Its Story On Plans To Save Horseshoe Lake
When did the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District change gears to “my way or the highway” when it comes to Horseshoe Lake? For months, they claimed their plan costs less and is more effective at dealing with flood control and stormwater than the plan presented by Friends of Horseshoe Lake. If only FOHSL had a …
City reviews 52 applications from community seeking ARP funding | News, Sports, Jobs
WARREN — A panel established by Warren Mayor Doug Franklin is considering 52 applications by residents and others to use a share of more than $28 million provided to Warren under the American Rescue Plan Act. The city has received approximately $31.6 million in requests from community organizations and businesses through its website …
Victory Project, a local non-profit organization working with young men in our community, is gearing up for students to spend more time in its programs.
In the summer, students spend more time at the VP, often arriving at lunchtime rather than at the end of a school day. And with 50 young men participating in the summer programming, snacks and meals are always a necessity! Make a Difference readers and community members can help provide Victory Project with materials such …
Madison Schools chief says Grade 1 showed him the district is old-fashioned in the best way
ExploreMadison hires one of Ohio’s longest-serving superintendents as new chief Not so pleasant, he said, the district’s financial struggles which saw him ask voters for a school income tax hike in May, which was defeated on the ballot, and funding for the lagging state similar to what some other districts in Butler County are as …
Pride 2022 sees the LGBTQ community under attack
But the threats go beyond acts of violence. Amid a series of new laws targeting the LGBTQ community in South Dakota, Sioux Falls Pride recently registered as a 501(c)(4) with the IRS, which will allow them to pass the rest of the year lobbying politically to fight back. . Given the political climate, Neufeld said …
The city’s school district has implemented various safety measures to protect students, staff
Although safety procedures, secure entrances and school resource officers cannot guarantee that a tragedy similar to that at Robb Elementary will never occur at Cambridge, precautions are in place and drills are practiced to give students and staff with the tools and expertise to repel an attack. and protect themselves. Each school district building is …
🌱 Lakewood Makes List of Best Suburban Neighborhoods + Outdoor Rec Fest
Hi there. I’m back in your inbox this morning with your new edition of the Lakewood Daily. Here’s everything you need to know about what’s happening in town. First, today’s weather forecast: Quite sunny. High: 87 Low: 76. 🏡 Looking for more real estate leads in Lakewood? Let us help you reach potential buyers and …
Indianapolis Population Falls, Concerns Rise – Indianapolis Business Journal
Two decades of steady growth came to an end in Indianapolis last year when the city experienced a shrinking population, raising some concerns about its economic future. The drop of 5,600 residents between July 2020 and July 2021 occurred during the pandemic, when the deaths of more than 1,200 people in Marion County were blamed …
Community calendar | News, Sports, Jobs
FRI/6-24 Boardman DARE Singles Group, Cards Night at Perkins, meet there at 5 p.m.; information at 330-729-0127 Colombian Good As New Shop, Methodist Church, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.; 20% discount on swimwear and lingerie; 50% men’s items Log House Museum and Annex open to the public from 2 p.m. to 4 p.m.; 75th Anniversary …
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An abandoned house has been a pain for neighbors for over 20 years
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) – Brandi Quinn has lived in her home on Loch Lomond Avenue for more than 20 years. She said the whole time she lived there, the house next door was a problem. “We called the Toledo Police Department, we called the city council to try to get some sort of resolution to …
Dangerous trees must be removed from the Cleveland neighborhood
Multiple windstorms left resident Moses Garner without power for long periods as temperatures soared. CLEVELAND — Wednesday morning was a happy time for Cleveland resident Moses Garner. After severe storms swept through northeast Ohio nearly a month ago, Garner’s home was left in a dangerous state. Downed trees caused continuous inflows and outflows of electricity, …
Ohio Hoover District Historic Tax Credit Aid, Canton Office Building
NORTHERN TOWNSHIP – Historic preservation tax credits will jumpstart efforts to develop residential and commercial operations in the Hoover District and help revitalize one of Canton’s downtown bank buildings. The two Stark County projects are among 38 statewide projects receiving assistance under the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit. The program provides tax credits to developers …
Deans’ lists of June 23, 2022 | Community
DEAN’S LISTS • DUBUQUE, Iowa– chess alexander of Mercer has been named to the University of Dubuque’s Spring Academic Deans List. To be eligible, full-time students must achieve a cumulative grade point average of 3.5 or higher • FAYETTE, Mo. – Bailey Nicole Grossman de Mercer was named to the Spring Dean’s List at Central …
City of Columbus evicts homeless population near local park
COLUMBUS, Ohio – The people camping in Heer Park may not have had a home, but they had built a home and a community. What do you want to know The City of Columbus has been working with the homeless population since July 2021 The Heer Park community had known about the eviction for weeks …
Foreigners flock to Greenville amid nationwide population shift
South Carolina is one of the big winners when it comes to welcoming residents from other states. As remote work has increased, more and more people are no longer tied to a particular state. This increased mobility has tended to drive away high-income people in particular. Here in Greenville County, most of the city’s new …
The Have a Gay Day Facebook Page Serves the Ohio City Community
DAYTON, Ohio — In a small storefront on the north side of Dayton, Michael Knote tries to provide everything his community might need. There’s a lending library, community meeting room, small theater, food pantry, free pet food and personal hygiene items, all surrounded by posters promoting positivity and lots of rainbows. It’s the kind of …
Sewer District re-invokes funding ultimatum for new Horseshoe Lake dam
CLEVELAND HEIGHTS, Ohio — As the City Council planned to continue discussions this week on a proposed “Plan B” for Horseshoe Lake and the dam, officials from the Northeast Ohio Regional Sewer District had previously recalled that funding would be withdrawn for any alternative designs. That includes a dam of some kind, by the way, …
Teenager arrested in fatal shooting near Columbus community center
COLUMBUS, Ohio (WCMH) – A 15-year-old boy is in police custody after being arrested in connection with a fatal shooting near a community center in Columbus last week. The teenager was arrested for murder and felony assault in the fatal shooting of Atayia Nichols, 24, and an 18-year-old woman, Columbus police said Sunday. Police responded …
KYTC District 1 Roadshow: Traffic Impact Report for the week of June 19-25
District 1 is responsible for Fulton, Hickman, Carlisle, Ballard, McCracken, Graves, Calloway, Marshall, Livingston, Crittenden, Lyon, and Trigg counties PADUCAH, Kentucky (June 10, 2022) – KYTC District 1 anticipates that ongoing construction activities at the following locations will impact traffic the week of June 19-25, 2022. I-24 westbound from Kentucky to IllinoisAn Illinois Department of …
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Residents complain about trash-filled lot in Cleveland neighborhood
CLEVELAND, Ohio (WOIO) — Neighbors on West 95th Street in Cleveland are proud of their yards, but in February they said property values had started to drop. According to locals, it was because a house was demolished and no one came to clean up the damage. “When I first passed here, it started to smell …
Mayfield Heights Unity Days are June 24-26; the groundbreaking for the community centre/pool will take place on June 24
MAYFIELD HEIGHTS, Ohio – Summer arrives on June 21 and that means just days later, it’s time for Mayfield Heights’ annual summer celebration, Unity Days. From June 24-26, Mayfield Heights City Park, located off Chelmsford Road, will be where residents can enjoy food, drink, live music, children’s activities and, perhaps the most popular of all, …
Black Swamp Conservancy donates property to County Park District
FREMONT – Black Swamp Conservancy has donated its Redhorse Bend property to the Sandusky County Park District for use as a public park. The 93-acre property is located along the Sandusky River north of Fremont and features over a mile of river frontage. The land, which was frequently flooded, was purchased by the Conservancy in …
Meet the Candidates: 84th District | New
MINSTER — The Knights of Columbus Hall in Minster hosted a question-and-answer forum Tuesday night for Republican candidates from Ohio House’s 84th District, giving candidates a chance to share their priorities and qualifications. Aimee Morrow of Greenville ran as a citizen candidate, who has worked in health care for 28 years. She refused to take …
Margaret Janice Priester Byrne – Mississippi’s Best Community Newspaper
October 17, 1937 – April 29, 2022 NATCHEZ – A funeral service for Margaret Janice “Jan” Priester Byrne, 84, of Natchez, who died April 29, 2022, in Natchez will be held at 1 p.m., Tuesday, June 21, 2022, at the City of Natchez Cemetery with the Rev. . David O’Connor officiating. Visitation will be held …
The Bright Side bar and restaurant opens tonight in the Ohio City neighborhood of Cleveland (photos)
CLEVELAND, Ohio – All Sam McNulty and his business associates want you to see is the bright side of life. In fact, they want more. They want you to order a few drinks, grab a bite and hang out. If you’ve ever been to Bier Markt-Bar Cento on West 25th Street, you won’t recognize Bright …
Rising rents and population shifts keep sellers upside in US cities
The pandemic has motivated many Americans to make major lifestyle changes, which has often meant moving – and the resulting population shifts should factor into how buyers and renters plan for the coming months. Although rising interest rates and inflation are starting to slow the pace of many real estate markets, old city dwellers are …
Three people shot dead, one fatally, outside the Glenwood Community Center in the Hilltop neighborhood
Crime scene tape circles a large area outside the Glenwood Community Center, left, in Glenwood Park on the Hill on Wednesday afternoon following a shooting in which several people are believed to have been slaughtered. Columbus police are continuing their investigation after a 24-year-old woman was fatally shot outside the Glenwood Community Center at Glenwood …
A decade of population growth and decline in US counties
View the most popular religions in the world According to some estimates, there are more than 4,000 religions, faith groups and denominations that exist today around the world. Researchers and scholars generally categorize the world’s religions into five major groups: Christianity, Islam, Buddhism, Hinduism, and Judaism. This graph of Table of tokens visualizes the most …
COMMUNITY CALENDAR | News, Sports, Jobs
THU/6-16 Alliance Rodman Public Library Book Party, 12:30 p.m. to 1 p.m.; skits, music and dance, quizzes and interactive stories for children of all ages; information at 330-821-2665, ext. 223 Beloit West Branch Athletic Boosters Bingo, doors open at 4:30 p.m., advance tickets at 6 p.m. and Jumpin’ Jack at 6:45 p.m. Kitchen …
Lebo appointed new park district commissioner
Pictured is Judge Jenifer K. Overmyer swearing in Kaylee Jo Lebo as Preble County Park District Commissioner. Pictured are Jeff Sewert, Preble County Park District President/Commissioner; Mindy Davidson, Secretary/Treasurer/Manager; Kaylee Jo Lebo, new commissioner of the PCPD; Steve Simmons, PCPD VP/Commissioner and Tom McQuiston, recently retired PCPD Commissioner. PREBLE COUNTY – The Preble County Park …
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North Royalton District turns down West Creek Conservancy’s offer to buy former elementary school
NORTH ROYALTON, Ohio — The North Royalton City School District has turned down an offer from West Creek Conservancy, a Parma-based land preservation group, to purchase the site of the former Albion Elementary School. West Creek has offered $250,000 on the 15-acre parcel near the northeast corner of Albion and York roads. The school district …
Akron Extends Hours of Operation at 4 Community Cooling Centers June 15-16 Due to Forecasted Heat
AKRON, Ohio – The City of Akron announced that it will be offering extended hours at four community centers that serve as chilling spots for community members on Wednesday and Thursday due to forecast high temperatures. The following community centers will be open from 8:30 a.m. to 9 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday: Lawton Street …
EagleBank provides financing for affordable housing in the Columbia Heights neighborhood of Washington, DC
Receive instant alerts when news is published about your stocks. Claim your one week free trial for StreetInsider Premium here. BETHESDA, Maryland, June 14, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — EagleBank, one of the largest community banks in the Washington, DC area, today announced that it has provided $25 million for refinancing and Pre-development costs of over …