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- [28-05-2012] Three people from France, Stow and Chicago find ties to pilot buried along Normandy beach
A highly decorated Stow pilot who served in World War II, a French teen who cares for his grave and two brothers originally from Ellet are connected in a way that brings special meaning to this Memorial Day.The Army Air Force pilot is... - [26-05-2012] Bath warns of animal attack on trail
BATH TWP: A Bath Township official is warning residents to be vigilant while walking on trails in the community with their pets.The warning from Mike Rorar, the township’s assistant service director and Bath parks administrator,... - [25-05-2012] Robert Nix, 67: Original Atlanta Rhythm Section drummer
Although he left Atlanta in the 1980s, the beat went on for Robert Nix, the first drummer of the Atlanta Rhythm Section, a Southern rock band that had a number of hit records in the 1970s.... - [23-05-2012] Study: Green Tree Hill among most congested roadways in country
For Pittsburgh drivers, traffic on the Parkway West is nothing new. It's something that thousands of people deal with on a daily basis. Now a new study proves that it's possibly one of the most congested roadways in the... - [22-05-2012] Part of vacant home collapses in Hazelwood
Part of a vacant home collapsed early Tuesday morning in the Hazelwood section of Pittsburgh.... - [22-05-2012] Local news briefs — May 21
AKRONFight involves gunAKRON: A 19-year-old Akron man is accused of trying to shoot his father during an argument Friday night.Officers were called to a home at 7:30 p.m. over a fight involving a weapon.They said the son was found at a... - [22-05-2012] West Bartges Street bridge getting splash of color
The new West Bartges Street bridge is getting a splash of color.Artistic Rock LLC of Cleveland is using an eco-friendly concrete stain to color the bridge that carries West Bartges Street over the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail... - [19-05-2012] Eastbound lanes of I-277/U.S. 224 to reopen
Good news, highway motorists: The eastbound lanes of Interstate 277/U.S. 224 will reopen either Sunday night or early Monday morning.That four-mile stretch of highway between Interstate 77 and the Kenmore leg of Interstate 76 has been... - [18-05-2012] Red Cross helping victims of apartment fire
Fire investigators are looking into the cause of a late night fire that tore through an apartment building in the Brookline section of Pittsburgh.... - [18-05-2012] Trial date set for five men accused of plotting to blow up national park bridge
A Sept. 17 trial date was set Thursday for five alleged anarchists accused of plotting to blow up the state Route 82 bridge in the Cuyahoga Valley National Park.The suspects, all dressed in orange jail clothes and shackled at the wrists... - [16-05-2012] Man accused of stalking Seton Hill student gets trial
A man accused of stalking a Seton Hill University graduate student is headed to trial. John William Bennish, 59, was charged with stalking, burglary and criminal trespass in connection with an incident on March 6 at Toll House... - [15-05-2012] Piece of Red Baron's fighter plane up for auction
A section of fabric taken from a "Red Baron" fighter plane is being offered by a New Hampshire auction house.... - [15-05-2012] People line up for 1962 prices at Rocco’s Pizza
Customers line up at Rocco’s Pizza, 1053 Portage Trail, Cuyahoga Falls, for the chance to buy a pizza at 1962 prices. The Caponi family, who owns and operates the business, were offering cheese pizzas for $1.95 and pepperoni... - [14-05-2012] More funding secured for Stone Mountain CID plan
The DeKalb Development Authority recently awarded $20,000 toward the effort to create an economic development plan for a key section of east-central DeKalb.... - [14-05-2012] More funding secured for Stone Mountain CID plan
The DeKalb Development Authority recently awarded $20,000 toward the effort to create an economic development plan for a key section of east-central DeKalb.... - [12-05-2012] Exhibit honors Pope John Paul II’s interfaith efforts
Pope John Paul II’s message of interfaith respect and dialogue is still being spread via an exhibit that traces his footsteps from childhood through his papacy.A Blessing to One Another: Pope John Paul II and the Jewish People is... - [11-05-2012] KSU professor to attempt to land antique aircraft in each of Ohio’s 88 counties
Joe Murray’s work and interests have taken him all over the world — the Middle East, South Africa, China, even Antarctica.But he has seen very little of his home state.Murray, a Hudson resident, aviator and Kent State... - [11-05-2012] Two men shot, hurt in overnight shooting in Oakland
Two men are recovering following an early morning shooting in the Oakland section of Pittsburgh.... - [11-05-2012] KSU professor will try to land antique aircraft in all 88 Ohio counties to celebrate anniversary of Piper Cub
Joe Murray’s work and interests have taken him all over the world — the Middle East, South Africa, China, even Antarctica.But he has seen very little of his home state.Murray, a Hudson resident, aviator and Kent State... - [10-05-2012] Towpath in Summit County now complete
Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail supporters celebrated Wednesday as the final section of the popular bike-and-hike trail in Summit County was officially dedicated by Metro Parks, Serving Summit County, and its partners.The... - [10-05-2012] Local new briefs - May 10
AKRONUmbrella fightAKRON: An Akron man was stabbed during an argument about an umbrella, police said.James R. Dennis, 52, was treated at Summa Akron City Hospital for several lacerations. His injuries were not considered... - [08-05-2012] Former Jennings school demolished on Akron’s North Hill
All that’s left is a mountain of brick, stone and steel. Soon that will be gone, too.Pulverized debris from the former Jennings school is being hauled away this week after the demolition of the North Akron landmark at East Tallmadge... - [06-05-2012] Here’s how to get free credit reports, correct errors
Credit tips■ Consumers are entitled to a free credit report every 12 months from each of the three national credit-reporting agencies. You also can receive a free report if you have been denied credit within the past 60 days,... - [04-05-2012] Major section of I-70 shut down for hours after tanker truck fire
A major section of Interstate 70 was shut down for nearly eight hours after a tanker truck fire Thursday night. Emergency officials said the fire happened in Rostraver Township, Westmoreland County. The truck caught fire around 7 p.m.,... - [03-05-2012] 'Dancing Penises' Anger Party Shoppers
A display that included male genitalia in the bachelorette section of an iParty store was too much for a Quincy woman shopping for favors for her daughters Confirmation party, The Patriot Ledger reported.... - [03-05-2012] Bob Dyer: A little travelin’ music, if you please
Our travel writer, Bob Downing (no relation, even though his phone calls keep coming to me), received an email the other day that began as follows:“Since you report on travel, airlines or hotels, I thought you may... - [03-05-2012] Midtown main break causing water cutoff
A city of Atlanta crew late Wednesday afternoon was cutting off water for repairs in a section of Midtown after a contractor struck a water main, breaking the pipe.... - [03-05-2012] Midtown main break causing water cutoff
A city of Atlanta crew late Wednesday afternoon was cutting off water for repairs in a section of Midtown after a contractor struck a water main, breaking the pipe.... - [03-05-2012] UA to sell beer in stadium’s main seating area
The University of Akron trustees agreed Wednesday to become the fourth tax-supported university in Ohio to sell beer throughout their stadium.Athletic Director Tom Wistrcill said fans, including students, sought the change in... - [02-05-2012] Grocery wars heat up in the North Hills
The grocery wars are heating up in the North Hills with a new Whole Foods opening Wednesday. That means there will be three major grocery stores within a one-mile stretch on Route 19. Target 11 Consumer Investigator Robin Taylor found...
