Free prostate cancer screenings

Mercy Recognizes Prostate Cancer Awareness Month With Free Prostate Cancer Screenings and Educational Program About Robotic-Assisted Prostatectomy

Glenmoor Gathering of exquisite vehicles

In 2010 the Glenmoor Gathering will recognize not one automobile, but a large group of them—“The Historic Motorcars of Cleveland”—automobiles built in Cleveland, which once rivaled Detroit as a center for automobile manufacturing. The event will be Sept. 17-19 at the Glenmoor Country Club.

Sherry receives Eagle Scout Award

Arts in Jackson Park pulls in the shoppers

The second annual Arts in Jackson Park event attracted thousands of people on Sunday, August 29, shopping for great works of art, custom made jewelry, or unique pottery pieces. Last year the event had 40 artists participating. This year, 55 artists were setup at the North Park off of Fulton Road.

Springfield stars in another movie

With Springfield being 2,359 miles from Hollywood you would not think that two movies would be filmed in the township in the same summer. “25 Hill” was filmed in the area by director Corbin Bernsen with the hope of helping to save the Derby. 

Gorge Trail opens weeks earlier than expected

Metro Parks, Serving Summit County has reopened the Gorge Trail in Gorge Metro Park, 1160 Front St., Cuyahoga Falls, weeks earlier than expected.

Contractors for the city needed access to the Cuyahoga River while doing sewer work, shortening the 1.8-mile trail to about 3/4 mile at Mary Campbell Cave. Though the sewer project continues, it no longer requires closing the trail.

Adventures in Europe

Few people ever take their dream trip. Whether it's the Bahamas, Australia, China or Hawaii, not many ever make the voyage.

Among those who do, even fewer have carrying a backpack weighing in the vicinity of 40 pounds, sharing a small hostel room with a half-dozen strangers and hiking mountains in 90-degree heat as part of the dream trip. Yet one year ago, when asked to answer questions about myself for a quick personal profile in The Suburbanite as one of its writers, I listed a backpacking adventure in Europe as my dream trip.

Mame, at the heart of the community

Mom, teacher, mentor, friend, volunteer and mame. These are some of the titles Marilyn Jones has picked up over the years.

18th Annual Studebaker-Packard Rally

On Aug. 28, Summit Racing Retail Store and the Ohio Region Studebaker club will hold their 18th Studebakers and Packards rally. The event will include all other brands of independent car companies. The show will run from 11 a.m. to 8 p.m. rain or shine.

What's a summer vacation? Hanna Mattingly’s missions work

While many college students took the summer off, Hanna Mattingly hasn't slowed down.

A senior at Bluffton University, Hanna spent last summer in Uganda, Africa. This summer she taught at Amigo Center, a retreat in Michigan. In both situations, she was 'roughing it.'

Back to School Blast at Springfield Church of the Brethren

On Aug. 8 the Akron Springfield Church of the Brethren held a Back to School Blast for students of Roosevelt Elementary School in Springfield Township.
This was the first of its kind event for the church members and Pastor Andrew Hamilton, “Pastor Andy” said it was a fun experience for everyone.

Historic B-24 aircraft in the sky

I have never had a fear of flying. But taking a flight on the only B-24 Liberator plane from World War II that is still flying today, though, falls into a completely different category.

Artisans return to Green’s Boettler Park

On Aug. 28, 56 artists will  show their wares at the sixth annual Art-A-Palooza held in Green. The City of Green’s Parks and Recreation Division is hosting the free event from 10 a.m. until 6 p.m. at Boettler Park.

Sing for the Cure

Christine Allison was a local voice teacher and church choir director. She had a vision for a long time to reach many who were hurting. Allison knew that she could not reach the vast numbers on her own. She decided to form her own chorus.

'You'e a Good Man Charlie Brown' celebrates opening night

One of the greatest things about ‘You’re A Good Man Charlie Brown’ is that it is timeless. Another great thing is that it is family friendly.

Arts in Jackson Park begins Aug. 29

Jackson’s North Park, a home for baseball players and power walkers, will be transformed Sunday, Aug. 29 into a showcase of artisans.

Bulldogs return home for alumni game

There is nothing like an alumni game to get a Fall soccer season underway.  Green annually holds an Alumni game to welcome back players, inspire present day ones, and encourage fellowship amongst families. 

Hartung-Knueven engagement

Mr. Wick Hartung of Canton and Ms. Vickie Hartung of Laguna Niguel, California, announce the engagement of their daughter Linsey Brooke to Brad Knueven, son of the late Don Knueven and Kathy Knueven of Edgewood, Kentucky.

Insect bites and stings are s-comin’

The incidence of insect stings and bites has steadily risen over the past several decades as the Earth's climate has warmed. Warmer winters kill fewer insects allowing for increased risk of human insect contact.


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