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Ravenna’s aging public buildings are past the point of rescue, so the only real question is how to pay for new ones.
The Kent charter review commission has recommended that the city's mayoral and city council elections will no longer be partisan. At 7 p.m. July 9, Kent City Council will decide whether to put the change to voters in the November general election.
A car rolled into Lake Rockwell on Monday morning, resulting in an unusual scene but no injuries.
Downtown Kent hosted the 30th annual Heritage Fest on July 5. The festival welcomed all ages with activities like hair tinseling, early morning yoga, local vendor booths, food trucks and two stages showcasing local bands.
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In a world that revolves around time and money, Mirgs Slot Car Raceway is focused on neither.
The fourth annual Paris Township Car Show will take place from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, July 19 at the Shearer Community Center at 9355 Newton Falls Rd. All makes, models and years are welcome. Event highlights include:
In the midst of colony collapse, extreme weather patterns, pesticides, neonicotinoid treated seeds, and varroa mites, Mary Lovin has found ways to help bees thrive. Since a third of all food is pollinated by bees, all of us in Randolph are fortunate that Mary (and other local beekeepers) are enhancing the productivity of our farms and gardens.
“And the day came when the risk it took to remain tight in the bud was more painful than the risk it took to blossom.” This quote by Anaïs Nin has always resonated with me. It vividly highlights the effort it requires to live fully, to become who and what we are intended to be.
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Kent city leaders may be leaning away from purchasing automated license plate readers, but leave city limits and you’re on camera.
This time of year, many growers are cursing the overly prolific weeds. However, some master gardeners view weeds as an opportunity to ingest highly nutritious greens, flowers, seeds, and roots.
It's time to make plans to attend the 22nd Charlestown Summer Festival and Cruise In. Join in the fun on Saturday, August 2 from 3-7 p.m. at the Charlestown Township Park on Rock Spring Road. Admission is FREE and plenty of fun for all ages is planned.
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As the federal government began mass deportations, Kent city council in April delayed purchasing 14 automated license plate readers.
A grand opening and ribbon cutting ceremony took place on Saturday to celebrate Aurora’s new hike and bike path, Aurora Trail.
July 4 - Happy Independence Day! Two hundred forty-nine years ago, on July 4, 1776, the Second Continental Congress ratified the Declaration of Independence, establishing the United States of America! It is a day to be celebrated! May we ever be free!
The Socially Responsible Sweatshop of Kent will raffle off a purple butterfly quilt in this year's raffle, which helps the nonprofit cover its annual insurance costs.
A memorial scholarship fund in the name of the late Robert Tompkins Jr., a lifelong supporter of Mogadore sports, music and community provides scholarships to graduating seniors who excel in athletics and/or music.
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