Northeast Ohio News & Intelligence
Covering city council meetings, zoning boards, school boards, police reports, commercial real estate, sports, and community events across Akron, Cleveland, Hudson, Stow, Macedonia, Twinsburg, Aurora, Nordonia Hills, Sagamore Hills, Northfield Village, Beachwood, Lakewood, and dozens more communities.
Community — Akron
Akron's Hope & Healing Survivor Resource Center hosts its annual gala on October 2 to raise funds for survivors of violence and trafficking, amid rising demand for services and a spike in domestic violence-related deaths in Summit County.
Community — Kent
Kent State University names Angela Spalsbury and Brad Bielski as interim leaders for its regional campuses and College of Applied and Technical Studies, following Peggy Shadduck's transition to a faculty role. Both bring extensive experience in higher education and community engagement.
Community — Solon
Solon Police reported five OVI arrests, an assault investigation, a protection order violation, and a bike theft near Solon High School between Aug. 31 and Sept. 6.
Community — Solon
More men are choosing local clinics for testosterone treatment over mail-order options, emphasizing the need for thorough medical evaluations and ongoing monitoring, as symptoms alone aren't enough for a diagnosis, according to healthcare providers and Endocrine Society guidelines.
Community — Walton Hills
Walton Hills seeks bids for private driveway snow removal, with proposals due Sept. 18 at Village Hall. Council retains final approval authority.
Community — Gates Mills
Gates Mills police responded to a suspended license stop, a lost backpack found by a motorist, and a knocked-over post office mailbox over four days.
Community — Macedonia
History buffs get a second chance to explore Macedonia's trolley history with historian Allen Pfenninger's talk on the ABC Railway Interurban Trolley, featuring eerie stories from October 17 at the United Methodist Church. Free, but reservations required.
Sports — Northeast Ohio
Fifty three Northeast Ohio seniors, including students from Twinsburg, Solon, Hudson and Stow Munroe Falls, earned OHSAA Scholar Athlete scholarships this year.
City Council — Hudson
Hudson council passed emergency drilling standards, delayed a golf cart ordinance to October, and took a first look at the Prestige Homes settlement.
Business & Commerce — Aurora
Mario's Spa in Aurora has not closed. Owner Joanne Liuzzo is retiring after 66 years, and the business remains open during the sale process.
Community — Solon
A Cuyahoga County Grand Jury has indicted two Cleveland men accused of robbing a Solon car seller at gunpoint and leading police on a high speed I480 chase.
City Council — Brecksville
Brecksville City Council swore in a new firefighter, advanced a major road project, and remembered a former police chief who survived being shot in 1983.
Community — Summit County
Summit County Animal Control in Akron cut dog adoption fees to $28 through September as part of its Fur the Love of Fall promotion.
Community — Northeast Ohio
Missed the summer market? Fall brings less competition and more serious buyers. Here is what Northeast Ohio sellers should know before listing.
Community — Twinsburg
Twinsburg Historical Society hosts its Olde Thyme Fayre Sept. 12 and 13 with a ribbon contest, craft demonstrations, a food truck and more.
Community — Summit County
Summit County overdose deaths fell in 2025 as officials mark Overdose Awareness Day and roll out a Recovery Month resolution for September.
Community — Solon
Solon police in Cuyahoga County responded to a workplace gun violation, a stolen trailer, an OVI arrest and a felony warrant stop this week.
Community — Ohio
Ohio BMV launches Mobile ID for Google Wallet, letting Android users store a digital driver's license alongside their physical card.
Community — Gates Mills
Gates Mills police responded to two crashes, a welfare check and helped a resident with a sick dog over four days last week.
Community — Summit County
Summit County OVI Task Force will run sobriety checkpoints Friday into Saturday, timed to Labor Day weekend traffic, sheriff's office says.
Community — Aurora
Aurora police responded to identity theft reports, domestic disturbances, welfare checks and multiple warrant arrests between Aug. 11 and Aug. 24.
Community — Northfield Village
Northfield Village Police in Summit County reported two OVI arrests, a stolen firearm and an ongoing minor sex crime investigation from Aug. 11 to Aug. 24.
City Council — Hudson
Hudson City Council reviewed sidewalk funding, debated low speed vehicle rules and moved toward settling the Canterbury Meadows lawsuit at its Aug. 25 workshop.
City Council — Twinsburg
Twinsburg council debated license plate camera safeguards and approved bond notes for City Hall and fitness center repairs during its Aug 25 meetings.
Community — Ravenna
Ravenna police booked 37 people from Aug. 11 to Aug. 24 on charges including domestic violence, drug possession, theft and numerous warrants.
Community — Stow
Stow, Ohio police reported 40 incidents from Aug. 18 to 25, including domestic violence and OVI arrests plus fraud and theft complaints.
Community — Summit County
Seven inmates graduated from the Summit County Jail's first I.G.N.I.T.E. class, a twelve week program aimed at job skills and reducing recidivism.
Community — Hudson
A roundup of Hudson police incident reports from August 11 to 24, covering assaults, fraud, traffic stops, missing persons and animal calls.
City Council — Ravenna
Ravenna City Council discussed ebike helmet requirements, new multifamily housing standards, stormwater funding and more at its August 24 meeting.
Community — Sagamore Hills
A Bedford Heights man faces OVI charges after a Sagamore Hills crash. See the full police blotter including a theft report and an AirTag discovery.
City Council — Medina
Medina City Council approved a wage increase, a deer removal contract and road grants, plus advanced a Jump Playground donation and Random Acts of Kindness Day.
Community — Solon
Solon police reports from Aug 19 to Aug 24, including an armed robbery and high speed chase, a domestic violence case, a phone scam and OVI arrest.
Community — Gates Mills
Gates Mills police responded to a vehicle fire on Mayfield Road and a toddler locked in a car on Fox Hill Drive, along with an accidental 911 call and other incidents from August 16-21.
City Council — Northeast Ohio
Cedar Point is raising Fast Lane, season pass and dining prices for 2027 after a rocky 2026 season. Here is what is changing and why Ohio fans are worried.
Community — Summit County
Summit County OVI Task Force will conduct sobriety checkpoints Friday, August 28, into early Saturday, urging drivers to "Drive Safe, Drive Smart, Drive Sober."
Community — Northfield
The Northfield VFW Pavilion will host a free craft fair on Saturday, September 19, 2026, featuring handmade goods and local talent. Vendors can reserve spots for $30 (pavilion) or $20 (grass), with proceeds benefiting Valor & Honor Homes of Summit County.
Sports — Northeast Ohio
A look at how fall ball works, how long seasons typically run, and where Northeast Ohio players of any age can find a team this season.
City Council — Brecksville
Brecksville City Council heard resident concerns about repeated power outages and a police pursuit, approved five zoning variances, Valor Acres signage and ARPA funding.
City Council — Solon
Solon council voted down a residential zoning charter amendment, welcomed the Fed Pro relocation and honored Coach Jim McQuaid at its August 17 meeting.
City Council — Village of Jefferson
Jefferson Village Council passed an emergency data center permit moratorium, awarded a wastewater contract, and promoted two Street Department employees on August 17.
Community — Twinsburg
Local author Wendy Koile returns to Twinsburg Historical Society on August 26 to discuss her new book, "Geneva on the Lake: A History of Ohio's First Summer Resort." Event starts at 7 p.m. with refreshments available.
City Council — Northeast Ohio
See the 10 biggest Northeast Ohio high school football games for Week 1, including Massillon vs. Glenville, Nordonia at St. Vincent St. Mary and more.
City Council — Aurora
Aurora City Council approved a fire engine repair, the sale of police K9 Ory and reversed a metal roof denial at its August 17 meeting.
Community — Ohio
Ohio invests $21 million to improve safety for pedestrians and cyclists through 17 projects across 16 counties; Northeast Ohio's inclusion remains unclear.
Community — Aurora
A free estate planning workshop in Aurora on August 31 will address diverse life stages, from young adults to older couples, emphasizing the importance of wills for all. Registration required.
City Council — Ashtabula
Ashtabula City Council swore in Scott DiCola, honored a retiring finance employee and closed a decadelong nuisance case during a tense Aug. 17 meeting.
Community — Northeast Ohio
Governor Mike DeWine and Lt. Gov. Jim Tressel launched Ohio's "Heart of Opportunity" tour in Cleveland, celebrating the state's top business ranking and highlighting economic growth and workforce opportunities ahead.
Community — Solon
Solon police made two OVI arrests, seized suspected psilocybin mushrooms, and investigated thefts, including a grocery store robbery and a car break-in, this week.
Community — Twinsburg
Twinsburg Historical Society seeks $50,000 to repaint the Freeman Barn and preserve its Mail Pouch sign through a donate from home fundraiser.
City Council — Walton Hills
Walton Hills approved a Community Reinvestment Area abatement for a $140 million, 650,000 square foot Cleveland Clinic operations hub at Innovation Center East.
Lisa's Treasures Mother's Day Sidewalk Sale: 50% off purses, handbags & wallets; luggage $5–$10. 9425 Olde 8 Rd. Unit #6, Northfield Center.
Community — Northfield Center
Legacy Village dining transformation underway — EVOO open, Shinto, Saffron Patch, and The Legacy coming in 2026
Business & Commerce — Lyndhurst
Vallourec breaks ground on $48M manufacturing line at Youngstown plant
Business & Commerce — Youngstown
Charter Next Generation investing $106.3M in 157,000 sq ft expansion on Lexington campus
Business & Commerce — Lexington
Solon lifestyle center development advances — brownfield grant extended, vertical construction next milestone
Commercial Real Estate — Solon
Lao Sze Chuan opening second Ohio location in Strongsville SouthPark Mall — taking over former Red Lobster space
Business & Commerce — Strongsville
Broadview Heights approves commercial and medical office development at I-77 and Route 82 — includes UH urgent care
Zoning & Ordinance — Broadview Heights
STEAK Chagrin expanding Tremont concept to former Burntwood Tavern space in Chagrin Falls
Business & Commerce — Chagrin Falls
Great Day Improvement (Hudson) operating 412 jobs across Walton Hills, Bedford, and Twinsburg facilities
Business & Commerce — Hudson
Master Chrome brownfield site at 5709 Herman Ave. in Gordon Square fenced off; building demolition starting soon, contaminated soil removal to follow
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
West Side Market's $50M renovation continues — KeyBank Produce Arcade section reopened January 9 after extensive HVAC and electrical upgrades
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Case Western Reserve University's Adelbert Gym at 2128 Adelbert Rd. undergoing $7.9 million renovation in University Circle
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Barnes & Noble planning 60-store national expansion in 2026; Northeast Ohio locations to be determined
Business & Commerce — Northeast Ohio
Major light-industrial, warehousing, and life sciences development planned near Cleveland Hopkins Airport — details emerging
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Ambler Apartments on West 26th Street in Ohio City: 109-unit residential building continuing construction into 2026
Commercial Real Estate — Cleveland
Rosy, a new restaurant concept by the team behind Cordelia, opening at 2912 Church Ave. before the holidays
Business & Commerce — Cleveland
Paper Tiger and Juliet — two new fine dining concepts by HSB Architects and Panzica Construction — under construction at Northeast Ohio locations
Business & Commerce — Northeast Ohio
Mentor road resurfacing project begins on Tyler Blvd next week
Public Works — Mentor
Lakewood Planning Commission agenda posted for March 11
City Council — Lakewood
Twinsburg fire department accepting summer camp registrations
Community — Twinsburg
Canton zoning board meeting rescheduled to March 20
Zoning & Ordinance — Canton
Rocky River library hosting free tax prep through April 15
Community — Rocky River
Brunswick water main flushing scheduled March 10-14
Public Works — Brunswick
Cuyahoga Falls concert series lineup announced for June
Community — Cuyahoga Falls
Beachwood leaf collection ends March 15
Public Works — Beachwood
Ashtabula County road levy renewal on May ballot
Public Works — Ashtabula
Stow City Hall closed Good Friday, April 18
City Council — Stow
Hudson Farmers Market opens May 3 at Town Green
Community — Hudson
Akron Public Schools spring break: March 24-28
School Board — Akron