National Park Service closes Towpath section
The Cuyahoga Valley National Park has temporarily closed the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail between Red Lock Trailhead and Brandywine Creek until Friday, May 2. The trail will be fully closed during this time. It will not reopen during evenings and weekends. The closure will also impact the Valley Trail, which uses the Towpath […]
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Hospice of the Western Reserve needs volunteers
The Hospice and Western Reserve Navigator programs provide support to individuals who are facing a life-limiting or a terminal illness wherever they consider home. Volunteers are an essential part of the clinical team and are needed to support patients through phone calls and virtual visits. To learn more, visit hospicewr.org/volunteer or call 216-255- 9090.
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Warm Weather?
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating The weather is changing quickly, and that might mean going from using your furnace right into using your air conditioning. Preparing now for the coming summer season will ensure that your air conditioning system is ready for the hot weather ahead. If you have installed a winter cover on […]
Buzzard Day is March 16 this year
Are you craving the famous Buzzard Day sausage and pancakes? If so, there’s a good chance you’ll be in good company March 16, as residents and guests alike will descend upon Hinckley Township that morning for the annual Buzzard Day celebration. The festivities kick off at 7 a.m. at the former Hinckley Elementary School, 1410 […]
Letter to the Editor
It’s the end of an era To the Editor: After 18 incredible years at Southern Breeze Salon, it’s with a mix of emotions that I share the news on my upcoming move to pursue new opportunities in another state. This transition marks the end of Southern Breeze Salon, 1369 Ridge Rd. in Hinckley, but the […]
Alumni Association seeks Hall of Fame nominations by March 31
The Highland Alumni Association has announced that nominations are now being accepted for the Alumni Hall of Fame, with a submission deadline of March 31. To qualify for consideration, nominees must have graduated from Highland Local Schools at least 10 years ago (in 2015 or earlier). Nominations will be evaluated by a selection committee based […]
Women’s Club brings back popular egg hunt, annual event scheduled for April 19
The Hinckley Women’s Club will sponsor the 44th Annual Easter Egg Hunt and Raffle at Hinckley Preparatory Academy at 10 a.m. on Saturday, April 19. The fun will take place at 1586 Center Rd., in Hinckley. All children, from infants through fourth grader, are invited to participate in the festivities. Along with the Easter egg hunt, […]
Binky the Buzzard tips his wings to Hinckley’s bicentennial
by Chris Studor For more than 40 years, Binky the Buzzard has graced the cover of The Hinckley Record’s March issue. In keeping with tradition, Binky takes the front cover again this year in honor of both his founder, Karl Kastl Jr., who passed away in 2024, and the township’s upcoming 200th birthday. Not long after his father’s […]
Trustees Corner
We have been busy buzzards this past month installing our new electronic sign, changing trash haulers and updating the interior to town hall. Perhaps you noticed the new electronic sign recently added to the center of town. This replaces the old manual sign previously located at the historical building. The electronic sign will be easier […]
Trustees renew dispatch services contract with sheriff’s department
by Melissa Martin Feb. 4 township trustees meeting Hinckley Township Board of Trustees approved two pieces of legislation renewing the 911 dispatch contract between the township and the Medina County Sheriff’s Department for the township’s police and fire departments from 2025-2028. In accordance with the legislation, which was approved by a 2-0 vote as Trustee […]
Highland students now have opportunity to visit China
by Chris Studor Feb. 10 school board meeting With approximately 80 Highland middle and high school students now enrolled in Chinese classes district wide, the Highland Local School District is offering students a chance to tour China for 10 days next fall in conjunction with Thanksgiving break. At the Feb. 10 Board of Education meeting, […]
United Way of Summit & Medina seeks tax program volunteers
United Way of Summit & Medina’s Volunteer Income Tax Assistance program is seeking volunteers for the 2025 tax season. Last year, the program, which provides free income tax preparation services to Summit and Medina County residents, completed 2,453 returns. This year, United Way’s goal is 2,700 completed returns, and as a result, more volunteers are […]
Kindergarten registration now open for 2025-2026 school year
Members of the Highland Local School District who have children who will begin kindergarten in the 2025-26 school year are advised that registration through FinalForms is now open. Highland’s kindergarten program consists of an all-day, everyday model. In order to register, a child must be 5 years old by Sept. 30, 2025. The following items […]
Citizen of the Year nominations wanted
The Citizen of the Year Committee is accepting nominations for the 2025 Citizen of the Year Award. Nominees must be current residents or longtime residents who recently moved, that have demonstrated a generous commitment in helping and providing support to the many needs of the community. Nominations cannot be for current elected officials. The winner […]
Highland High School senior Cadence Heaton was named the Kiwanis Club of Medina Student of the Month
Cadence was recognized for her leadership skills, illustrated through her involvement in various clubs and activities. She has served as a member of Hinkley Highlanders for 10 years, first joining in 2015 and serving as secretary, coordinator and president. She is a social media manager for the school’s color guard and speech and debate and is […]
Ancient Order of Hibernians
The Ancient Order of Hibernians, Irish Brigade Division No. 1 of Medina County, presented a check, a sack of diapers and children’s clothing on Feb. 3 to BirthCare of Medina County. The Hibernian brothers collected money and goods at their Christmas party in December specifically to assist this Catholic Charities agency. BirthCare’s mission is to provide […]
Broadview Heights author features local parks as backdrop for novel
by Emily Canning-Dean Growing up in Akron, Broadview Heights resident Jonathan Walter has many memories of The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Including these northeast Ohio gems in his newly released time travel suspense thriller, The Towpath, seemed like the perfect fit. “I have fond memories riding on the trail […]
Hospice of the Western Reserve needs volunteers
The Hospice and Western Reserve Navigator programs provide support to individuals who are facing a life-limiting or a terminal illness wherever they consider home. Volunteers are an essential part of the clinical team. Now, more than ever, volunteers are needed to support patients through phone calls and virtual visits. To learn more about becoming a […]
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‘Secure Act 2.0’ and Your IRA
By Ann E. Salek, Attorney at Law Critchfield, Critchfield & Johnston, Ltd. Congress passed the “Secure Act,” effective January 1, 2020, which drastically affected qualified retirement plan accounts such as IRA’s and qualified employer retirement plans such as 401k and 403b. Just before their 2022 year-end holiday recess, Congress passed “Secure 2.0 Act,” effective January […]
Hinckley Women’s Club
The Hinckley Women’s Club is giving away two $1,000 scholarships this year – one to a traditional college applicant and the other to a student pursuing a vocational/trade/technical degree/program. Applications are available at hinckleywomensclub.com and the deadline to apply is March 15. The club’s next general meeting will be held Thursday, Feb. 20, at the Hinckley Town Hall. Social […]
Student artwork wanted for park display
All students in grades K-8, from any school or home school, are invited to enter the third annual Richfield Heritage Preserve youth art contest. Artwork should represent a native plant, animal or natural landscape in Ohio. Any art medium including sculpture, photography, prints and digital art is eligible. Entries must be no smaller than 5-by-7 […]
March Plant of the Month: Witch Hazel
Submitted by the Bath Gamma Garden Club American witch hazel is a large native shrub that provides stunning fall leaf color. It is best known for its yellow-fringed flowers that appear in late fall and remain on the branches well into the cold winter months. Witch hazel is host to numerous small moths including the […]
High school students invited to spring Envirothon
Envirothon, a competitive outdoor team event, offers a unique learning experience for high school students. The 2025 Area 2 Envirothon will be held on April 9, 2025, at the Cooke Family Wildlife Conservation Park, 4774 OH-13, in Shiloh. The event is designed to stimulate, reinforce and enhance interest in the environment and natural resources. A team […]
Christ the Redeemer to host new concert series
Christ the Redeemer Lutheran Church of Brecksville has announced the debut of Concerts@CRLC. The goal of the concert series stems from Martin Luther’s quote: “Next to the Word of God, music deserves the highest praise.” James C. Alfieri, director of music at CRLC, believes that Concerts@CRLC is a perfect way to complement the church’s music […]
Hip-hop dance team draws women from all parts of Northeast Ohio
by Emily Canning-Dean About a year ago, the adult hip-hop dance team led by Ryan Rosinski had roughly 40 participants, but as the group’s popularity grew, the number of dancers meeting in Hudson each week has doubled. “We accept anyone who is 18 or older,” said Rosinski, a professional dancer who has served as choreographer […]
Local author features towpath, national park as backdrop for novel
by Emily Canning-Dean Growing up in Akron, Broadview Heights resident Jonathan Walter has many memories of The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail and Cuyahoga Valley National Park. Including these northeast Ohio gems in his newly released time travel suspense thriller, The Towpath, seemed like the perfect fit. “I have fond memories riding on the trail […]
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What are those icicles telling you?
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating This past January was a record-setting month. Temperatures dipped below 0, and it seemed snowfall of a couple of inches occurred almost every other day. This combination of extreme cold and frequent snow has allowed the buildup of snow cover on our roofs. Driving around I noticed what seemed […]
Hinckley Chamber of Commerce scholarship deadline is approaching
Applications from graduating high school seniors and vocational students are being accepted for two $1,000 scholarships awarded annually by the Hinckley Chamber of Commerce. The scholarships are for Hinckley residents, and can be applied to tuition, books, supplies and other expenses. Applications must be received on or before March 15. Winners will be announced in […]
Lake Erie photo contest announced
The Ohio Lake Erie Commission’s 33rd annual “Life on Lake Erie” photo contest is an opportunity for Ohioans to capture and showcase the unique beauty, wildlife, communities and vibrant life surrounding all the wonder that Lake Erie has to offer. The photo contest invites photographers to submit up to five images that represent the essence […]
Coming Events
Breakfast with the Bunny
First Congregational Church of Akron, located at 292 E Market St., Akron, will host a “Breakfast with the Bunny” event
9:00am - 11:00am
Ghost Ships of Lake Erie
Charles Cassady will talk at the Richfield Library on April 16 about Great Lakes shipwrecks, maritime haunts and superstitions
6:00pm
The D-Day Invasion and Battle of the Bulge
The Richfield Historical Society will host its first 2025 “TakeMeBack” series presentation
2:00pm