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 […]
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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 […]
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 […]
Ascherl’s years of craftsmanship displayed in bicentennial stained glass
by Chris Studor While exploring all the nooks and crannies inside Ascherls Studio, guests are taken on a 97 year-old journey of a grandfather, father and son whose skills led to the founding of one of the two remaining stained glass studios in the greater Cleveland area. There, three generations of Ascherls built a legend […]
Fire, police calls continue to rise
by Melissa Martin Jan. 2 township trustees organizational meeting/Jan. 7 regular trustees meeting Hinckley Township safety department officials provided the board of trustees with a recap of the 2024 calls for service Jan. 7, noting that when it comes to both police and fire departments, the number of calls for service continues to rise. According […]
Trustees Corner
It’s a new year and new changes are on the way to better serve our community. Town Hall will now be open Monday through Friday, from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. We also welcome our new Zoning Inspector Suzanne Peterlin. Suzanne previously served in the township’s administrative office for the last 14 years, where her […]
Highland Schools places a 7.4-mill levy on the May ballot
by Chris Studor Jan. 13 school board meeting Residents of the Highland School District will see a 7.4 mill, 10-year, operating levy on the May ballot after members of the Highland Board of Education voted unanimously in favor of placing the ballot issue in the hands of voters Jan. 13. This is the first time […]
United Way of Summit & Medina offers volunteer opportunities in 2025
United Way of Summit & Medina is recruiting participants for its 2025 volunteer opportunities. Designed to accommodate individuals, families and groups – including workplace teams – these events allow volunteers to make a direct positive impact on their community. Last year, United Way volunteer events brought together 700 people from across the two counties. Volunteers […]
House Bill 315 affects Ohio township operations
by Laura Bednar On Jan. 2, Gov. Mike DeWine signed into law House Bill 315, which includes 17 provisions that directly affect Ohio townships. Rep. Thomas Hall (R-Madison Twp.) and Bill Seitz (R-Cincinnati) introduced the bill at the request of the Ohio Township Association. OTA Executive Director Heidi M. Frought said in an OTA press […]
Cuyahoga Valley Genealogy Society
The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Feb. 3, at 7 p.m. Members and interested public are invited to attend in the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd.This month’s topic will be “Cooking in the 18th Century,” presented by Karen Kashary.Getting a meal on the table […]
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Family Trust Planning – Doing it Right Copy
by Dan A. Baron, Baron Law LLC It is a common misconception that a simple will efficiently passes on your legacy. In reality, a basic will does not avoid probate and does not provide asset protection. Therefore, there are several compelling reasons to consider a family trust. Many clients we meet initially believe that trusts […]
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Maintaining Your System
by Tom Olecki, Owner, Broadview Heating From the Experts Maintaining Your System An interesting phone call came to me last month from my cousin who has a winter home in Arizona. Recently widowed, she called me for advice concerning her furnace and air conditioning system. She called a random HVAC company out for a checkup […]
Highland girls tennis team qualifies for state tournament
by Emily Canning-Dean After a season of hard work and perseverance, the Highland High School varsity girls tennis team made school history this fall after qualifying to compete at the Ohio Tennis Coaches Association State Team Tournament in the final four at The College of Wooster Oct. 19. The team qualified for the final four […]
Crisafi family brings the holiday cheer as winner of house decoration contest
by Emily Canning-Dean Ever since she was a kid, Julia Crisafi has loved decorating for Christmas. Now as a wife and mom of five boys, she enjoys putting her creative energy to good use during the holidays as she hand-painted gingerbread men and made festive lollipops to include in the family’s exterior Christmas display. “It’s […]
Hinckley Holiday market benefits township’s upcoming bicentennial
by Chris Studor With so many items to choose from, the fourth annual Hinckley Holiday Market was a gift-giver’s paradise Nov. 16. This year, 35 vendors participated and 24 baskets were donated. Basket raffle ticket proceeds this year, a little over $2,300, went to the Hinckley Historical Society Bicentennial fund. Each year basket raffle proceeds […]
Santa, elves, decorating and song all made for a Happy Hinckley Holiday
by Chris Studor One by one, a line of several eager children waited for their turn to tell Santa their Christmas wishes at the Hinckley Chamber of Commerce’s annual Happy Hinckley Holiday Dec. 7 at the Hinckley Preparatory Academy. The room where children visited with Santa and one of his elves was decorated with poinsettias […]
Trustees Corner
The new year brings a fresh start to many things for the township. 2025 will bring about a new single-hauler trash service provider, Rumpke, along with a new comprehensive plan, and a time for celebration as we prepare for Hinckley Township’s Bicentennial, which will take place later this year. The current Kimble waste-hauling contract, established in […]
Trustees authorize trash hauler change
by Melissa Martin Dec. 3 township trustees meeting Hinckley’s Board of Trustees voted unanimously to change the township’s single-hauler trash service from Kimble Recycling and Disposal Inc. to Rumpke Waste and Recycling starting in February. The move comes in response to the end of the township’s previous 5-year trash hauling contract, which is set to […]
Operating levy looms in future for Highland
by Chris Studor Nov. 18 school board meeting With deficit spending projected for fiscal year 2025, members of the Highland Board of Education is set to weigh several financial options – to cut expenses or seek additional revenue, or some combination of the two. No formal decision has been made as District Treasurer Neil Barnes […]
Payne to focus on community’s ‘safety and well-being’
by Chris Studor Hinckley’s new Fire Chief Matt Payne comes to the township with 38 years of experience saying he is “fully committed to upholding the highest standards of leadership, professionalism, and service to Hinckley Township.” Payne was born into firefighting, he says, as his father was a volunteer with the city of Brunswick’s Fire […]
Oh what fun it is to spend a day with Cops and Klaus
By: Chris Studor Playing tag with police officers, visiting with Santa, face painting and opening lots of presents were just a part of a wonderful day for 17 children who were guests of the Hinckley Police Association’s annual Cops, Kids and Claus event Dec. 14. The day began with a warm breakfast in the former […]
Hurricane Helene found local disaster worker on the scene
by Chris Studor The call came in on Oct. 5 and by the end of the day Oct. 6, Hinckley resident Kevin Klag was already working at Mission Hospital near Asheville, North Carolina, helping care for nursing home patients transferred there after hurricane Helene flooded the nursing homes in which they resided. Klag is a […]
Team NEO report looks at workforce challenges for future
by Emily Canning-Dean As the population ages, demographics shift and new technology emerges, employers face new challenges when it comes to developing and retaining a talented workforce. For that reason, Team NEO, the region’s economic development partner, has been releasing their annual report, Aligning Opportunities, for several years. The organization recently released its eighth annual […]
Valley View Towpath Trail section temporarily closed
Cuyahoga Valley National Park will close the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail between Fitzwater Road and Pleasant Valley/Alexander Road in Valley View on weekdays from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. until Jan. 20. The trail will be open on weekends from 6 p.m. on Fridays to 6 a.m. on Mondays. No detour is available.The […]
Auditions announced for the 2025 season of Tetélestai
Cleveland Performing Arts Ministries announced audition dates for the upcoming season of its musical passion play, Tetélestai. Auditions will be held Jan 11-12 and Jan. 18-19 at Our Lady of Guadalupe, 9080 Shepard Rd., in Macedonia. CPAM is seeking actors/singers and tech crew for this musical presentation. A personal profile must be submitted to be scheduled […]
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Five ways to incorporate Montessori in the home
By Remi Stefanski, South Suburban Montessori School Children’s House Guide The Montessori Approach can stretch farther than within the classroom. The benefits of the philosophy can be seen, not only in schools, but at home as well. If you are looking to incorporate the Montessori Approach into your home, here are 5 ways to integrate the approach […]
Coming Events
The Akron Zoo offers exhibit called “Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods”
The Akron Zoo is offering a special exhibit called “Celebrating Black History in Perkins Woods” from Jan. 20-March 7 in the zoo’s Nature’s Theater. The exhibit will focus on three main topics: how Black residents in Akron expanded the John Brown Monument, fought a plan to move the zoo from Perkins Woods and operated a long-lived custard stand at the park’s edge. “Celebrating Black History” is open during zoo operating hours of 11 a.m.-4 p.m. daily and is included in general admission. For more information, visit akronzoo.org or call 330-375-2550.
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The Medina County Park District
The Medina County Park District will host an invasive species training workshop
1:00pm - 3:00pm