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| Dec 27 |
AKRON TO OFFER SPECIAL HOLIDAY "CLEAN SWEEP,"
EXEMPTION PROGRAM FOR DISABLED TO BE IMPLEMENTED |
| Dec 18 |
Lock 3 Events This Week |
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MERGER MEASURES UP
CITY, COUNTY CONSOLIDATION 'MAKES SENSE' |
| Dec 15 |
Father Christmas is Coming to Town
European Style Santa Claus Comes to Lock 3 Park |
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HISTORIC PRESERVATION DOWNTOWN
TO ADD RETAIL, ENTERTAINMENT, RESIDENTIAL |
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State Aids Projects in Akron, Cleveland
Site-improvement Grants Target Tech Center, Offices |
| Dec 11 |
AKRON-STOW PARTNERSHIP
WATER BRINGS THEM TOGETHER |
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Holiday Events and Activities Continue at Lock 3 Park
Special Hanukkah Celebration This Week |
| Dec 07 |
OHIO ENACTS NEW SMOKING LAW
HOTLINE ESTABLISHED FOR COMPLAINTS |
| Dec 06 |
MAYOR SADDENED BY SUDDEN DEATH OF COLLEAGUE
CURRENT CONFERENCE OF MAYORS PRESIDENT SUCCUMBS TO CANCER |
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MAYOR MANDATES MOMENTARY MORATORIUM
NON PAYING WATER CUSTOMERS TO GET A BRIEF BREAK |
| Dec 05 |
Strickland TAPS PLUSQUELLIC for Strickland-Fisher Transition Team Leader |
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AKRON MAYOR DONALD PLUSQUELLIC'S STATEMENT ON THE DEATH OF TOM
MOONEY PRESIDENT, OHIO FEDERATION OF TEACHERS |
| Dec 03 |
19 Piece Brass Band and Children’s Lantern Parades at Lock 3 Park |
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Larry Wilgus’ - Christmas Music Spectacular |
| Nov 27 |
NOMINATE LOCAL HUMANITARIANS
ANNUAL CHARLES SALEM AWARD READIED |
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Live Ice Skating Performances and More at Lock 3 Park
Lock 3 Park’s Holidayfest opened with a bang and continues through December with
a huge amount of events, entertainment and activities. |
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W. MARKET SQUARED AWAY A MONTH EARLY
YOU ARE NOW FREE TO MOVE ABOUT HIGHLAND SQUARE |
| Nov 17 |
Holidayfest at Lock 3 Park Opens Friday, November 24 |
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Mayor, councilman honored with 2006 OSBA President's Award
The Ohio School Boards Association (OSBA) has bestowed one of its highest honors - the
President's Award - on Akron Mayor Donald L. Plusquellic and Akron City Council President
Marco S. Sommerville. |
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KNIGHT CENTER OFFERS FREE HOLIDAY VIDEO MESSAGES TO ACTIVE MILITARY
PERSONNEL FROM THEIR FAMILY MEMBERS AT HOME
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| Nov 16 |
Hydrant Flushing Update |
| Nov 08 |
"Welcome Santa" Holiday Parade
Presented by the City of Akron Recreation Bureau &
98.1 WKDD FM & 640 WHLO AM |
| Nov 01 |
First Night Button Art Unveiled with a "POP"
First Night’s admission button came to life Wednesday morning when an oversized
jack-in-the box popped open and "Jack" jumped out. |
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First Night Promises Surprises on the Last Night of 2006
First Night® Akron 2007 is sure to delight guests with an element of
surprise this New Year’s Eve. |
| Oct 31 |
3rd Annual Holidayfest Kicks-Off November 24
Downtown Akron is the premier destination for holiday happenings in Northeast Ohio as
the City of Akron kicks off its third annual Holidayfest, a family-friendly celebration of
the season. |
| Oct 26 |
PLUSQUELLIC and SOMMERVILLE SUPPORT ‘LEARN & EARN’
MAYOR, COUNCIL PRESIDENT SAY ISSUE 3 IS ABOUT ‘SOLIDARITY’ WITH CLEVELAND |
| Oct 23 |
Education in Action
For the 13th year, Akron Public School students, the City of Akron, the Home
Builders Association, Urban Neighborhood Development Corp, Akron Area Board of Realtors
and Fair Housing Contact Service partner to build a house in a city neighborhood. |
| Oct 19 |
Mayor McLin and Mayor Plusquellic Attends International Symposium on Development
of Small & Medium-sized Cities
Dayton Mayor Rhine McLin and Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic recently attended The
"International Symposium on Development of Small & Medium-sized Cities, Mount
Tai, China" |
| Oct 16 |
Walk This Way Day |
| Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Oct 11 |
BROWNIES, BURGERS, BALLS AND BEEF
MAYOR PAYS OFF WAGER. THAT'S THE MAINE THING |
| Oct 05 |
APD SWEEPS MAKING A DIFFERENCE
PLUSQUELLIC SAYS CITY ALREADY SAFER |
PLUSQUELLIC JOINS MAYORS VS. ILLEGAL GUNS
NYC AND BOSTON MAYORS ANNOUNCE EXPANSION
OF COALITION TO MORE THAN 100 MAYORS NATIONWIDE |
| Oct 04 |
Mayor Recognized for Athletic Achievement |
| Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Oct 02 |
Mayor Plusquellic Encourages Women's Cancer Awareness
October is National Breast Cancer Awareness Month-a national event promoted by Mayor
Don Plusquellic and mayors across the country through their organization, the United
States Conference of Mayors. |
| Sep 22 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Sep 20 |
WEST NILE VIRUS: PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR LOVED ONES
Even with the arrival of the fall season, the Akron Health Department reminds
Akron residents that it is still important to take precautions to protect ourselves |
| Sep 13 |
CITY OF PORTLAND, MAINE AND AKRON, OHIO MAYORS
ENGAGE IN FRIENDLY WAGER
As the Eastern League Championship Series continues between the Portland Sea Dogs and
the Akron Aeros, the Mayors from both cities have engaged in a friendly wager. |
| Sep 12 |
Final Rabies Clinic
The Akron Health Department, in our ongoing efforts to protect the health of
Akron's citizens, has been sponsoring a series of low-cost rabies vaccination clinics for
area pets in cooperation with Pet Guards, Inc. |
| Sep 11 |
Hydrant Flushing Continues |
| Sep 08 |
MAYOR URGES COMMUNITY TO REFLECT ON 9/11
CEREMONIES, OBSERVANCES TO BE HELD |
| Sep 07 |
Rabies Vaccination Clinics
The Akron Health Department, in our ongoing efforts to protect the health of
Akron's citizens, has been sponsoring a series of low-cost rabies vaccination clinics for
area pets in cooperation with Pet Guards, Inc.. |
| Sep 06 |
Groundbreaking Ceremonies at Highland Square
Mayor Plusquellic led groundbreaking ceremonies today for the new $6.5 million
development at Highland Square... |
| Sep 05 |
Who Does America Think Really Invented the Hamburger?
The Verdict Is In..... Seymour, WI |
| Aug 25 |
FREE WIRELESS ACCESS NOW AVAILABLE IN BRANCH LIBRARIES |
| Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Aug 22 |
Rabies Vaccination Clinics |
| Aug 21 |
THE HEALING FIELD
OUR PATRIOTS REMEMBERED |
LIFE IN THE PAST LANE
STILL TIME TO COMPLETE HISTORY TRAIL JOURNEY |
| Aug 17 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Aug 16 |
CAMERAS ON FOR KIDS' SAFETY
ELECTRONIC EYES OPEN AGAIN IN SCHOOL ZONES |
| Aug 14 |
20,000 GET BUNS DOWNTOWN
AKRON RELISHES BURGER FEST, PROMOTER CUTS THE MUSTARD |
| Aug 12 |
BEEF REMAINS ON FRONT BURNER
AKRON'S NATIONAL BURGER HEARINGS DEADLOCKED |
| Aug 11 |
AKRON MARATHON ON PACE TO SHATTER REGISTRATION RECORD Runners must register by August 15 to receive personalized
runner's bibs |
| Aug 10 |
TASK FORCE TO STUDY AKRON THERMAL
OPERATION TO BE EVALUATED |
SQUARE CHANGE 'ROUND THE CORNER
NORTH HIGHLAND'S NEW LOOK |
| Aug 08 |
The "Hamburger Hearings" ... Trial of the Century!
First Annual National Hamburger Festival ready to kick-off
August 12-13 in Downtown Akron |
| Aug 07 |
FIRSTENERGY HELPS WITH FIRST STEP
$$$ FOR ELECTRICAL HOME SAFETY |
| Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Aug 03 |
AKRON ART STUDENTS TO ERECT 20-FOOT SCULPTURE ON FIRSTMERIT TOWER AS PART OF
SUMMER ART PROGRAM |
| Aug 01 |
LIGHT UP THE NIGHT
NATIONAL NIGHT OUT AGAINST CRIME IS TUESDAY |
| Jul 31 |
The Tempest
The Ingénue Theatre Ensemble Presents: |
| Jul 24 |
FOUR COMMUNITY CENTERS OUTFITTED FOR HEAT RELIEF
AT-RISK CITIZENS ENCOURAGED TO SEEK COOL ENVIRONS |
NEW DEPUTY PLANNING DIRECTOR HIRED
EXPERIENCED IN ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT AND URBAN PLANNING |
CITY'S PROGRESS CONTINUES ON CSOs
ONE NEARLY DOWN, PLANS FOR SECOND ONE READIED |
| Jul 19 |
PLUSQUELLIC PROPOSES BIOMEDICAL CORRIDOR
ECONOMIC STRENGTH, NEW JOBS, LABORATORY FOR TRIALS OF MEDICAL PRODUCTS & MORE |
RACING WORLD TO FOCUS ON AKRON
FOR 69TH ALL-AMERICAN SOAP BOX DERBY |
| Jul 13 |
ARTS EXPO AND THE NEW TASTE OF AKRON |
OHIO BALLET RETURNS FOR OUTDOOR PERFORMANCES
DANCING IN THE PARK |
| Jul 12 |
WEEKLY DOWNTOWN FARMERS' MARKET RETURNS
LOCALLY PRODUCED PRODUCTION OF PRODUCE |
| Jul 11 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Jul 03 |
RE 'RIGHTING' HISTORY
THANKS TO THREE COPS WHO DIG IT |
| Jun 28 |
Mosquito Season Again
Summer brings mosquitoes and mosquitoes sometime bring diseases. |
| Jun 28 |
ANOTHER LINK IN THE CHAIN
TOWPATH EVER CLOSER TO HEART OF CITY |
| Jun 28 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice |
| Jun 26 |
Interstate Highway System Turns 50
Mayor Don Plusquellic welcomes the great grandsons of two great men to Akron, on
their way from California to Washington D.C. |
| Jun 23 |
AKRON CONNECTION BEARS FRUIT
ISRAELI BUSINESS 'MATCHMAKER' OPENS OFFICE HERE |
| Jun 19 |
Registration Deadline Approaching for the First University Park Art
Fair at Grace Park
Registration Deadline: Friday, July 7, 2006 |
| Jun 19 |
SQUARE ARTISTS ARE BACK
The Highland Square Neighborhood Association, Progress Through Preservation, WKSU the City
of Akron and the West Hill Neighborhood Organization are ready to bring you the third
annual Art in the Square (AITS) August 18-19. |
| Jun 19 |
Akron's Resident Falcons
One of Akron's resident falcons living amongst the tall buildings downtown
finishes breakfast (we decided not to show you that) ... |
| Jun 16 |
LEBRON ON WHEELS
CITY PREPARES BIKEATHON ROUTE |
| Jun 15 |
Happy Birthday United States Army
Mayor Don Plusquellic presents a proclamation to Sgt. Jennifer Smith-Heyes in
Akron City Council Chambers. |
| Jun 14 |
ASCOT PARK GROWS AGAIN
Akron Industrial Park Draws More Jobs |
| Jun 12 |
CURBING PANHANDLERS
RATCHETING REGULATIONS |
| Jun 09 |
Akron Bar Association Purchases Historic Landmark
The Akron Bar Association and the City of Akron will hold a press conference on
Friday, June 9, 2006 at 10:30 a.m. at 57 S. Broadway |
| Jun 07 |
Akron Reads in 2006
Reading scores are improving in the Akron Public Schools, and nearly 1,000 community
volunteers in the AkronReads program couldn't be more thrilled with the news. |
| Jun 06 |
USA’s OLDEST CHILDREN’S SPORTING EVENT RETURNS
THEY WARM UP WITH FINGER STRETCHES |
| Jun 01 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice
Beginning approximately Tuesday, June 6, 2006, the Water Distribution Division will be
flushing fire hydrants in several areas of East Akron. |
| May 31 |
PLUSQUELLIC SENDS EMERGENCY EQUIPMENT TO NEW ORLEANS
MAYOR NAGIN MAKES URGENT REQUEST; IT’S FILLED |
| May 30 |
Plusquellic and Hundreds of the Nation's Mayors to Convene in Las Vegas
for the 74th Annual Meeting of The United States Conference of Mayors June 2-6, 2006 |
| May 30 |
THE CITY OF AKRON and MAPS AIR MUSEUM
ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF:
AERO EXPO 2006: DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM AIR SHOW |
| May 30 |
BUSES TO HAVE NEW DOWNTOWN HOME
SAFETY, ECONOMIC DEVELOPMENT CONSIDERATIONS AT PLAY |
| May 24 |
WEST NILE VIRUS SEASON IS HERE AGAIN; PROTECT YOURSELF AND YOUR
LOVED ONES |
| May 23 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice
Beginning approximately Monday, May 29, 2006, the Water Distribution Division will be
flushing fire hydrants in the North and East areas of Akron. |
| May 23 |
A RECOGNIZED LEADER IN AFTERSCHOOL PROGRAMMING
THE GIVE AND TAKE OF CREATIVE IDEAS |
| May 22 |
Attention Ohio high school teens that are alcohol, tobacco and
drug-free!
You are invited to our Drug-free Teen Leadership Conference
July 9-12, 2006 at the University of Akron |
| May 18 |
LOCKHEED MARTIN AIRDOCK FIRE
Fire raced through the former home of many Goodyear blimps. |
| May 18 |
CRIMEFIGHTERS WANTED
ANSWERING THE CALL |
| May 17 |
Lock 3 Live! Is the Place To Be This Summer!
Lock 3 announces its 2006 music concert lineup and events. |
| May 15 |
EPA CLEANUP GRANT COMING TO AKRON
IRA AVENUE SITE ASSISTANCE |
| May 15 |
Hydrant Flushing Notice
Beginning approximately Thursday, May 18, 2006, the Water Distribution Division will
be flushing fire hydrants in the University of Akron Area. |
| May 12 |
Art Accomplishments in Government Leadership
Mayor Don Plusquellic is honored for his contributions to the Arts in greater Akron by
the Weathervane Playhouse, Friday at Greystone Hall. |
| May 11 |
MAYORS SOUND ALARM ON RISING FUEL COSTS AND ENERGY CRISIS
Plusquellic, U.S. Conference of Mayors Hosts
National Summit On Energy and the Environment |
| May 10 |
THE CITY OF AKRON and MAPS AIR MUSEUM
ANNOUNCES THE RETURN OF:
AERO EXPO 2006: DEFENDERS OF FREEDOM AIR SHOW
"Ohio’s Most Exciting Air Show" will again be coming to the Akron
Fulton Airport this summer. Scheduled dates for the event are June 17-18, 2006. |
| May 08 |
MORE WILDLIFE-RELATED RECREATIONAL OPPORTUNITIES COMING TO NORTHEAST
OHIO
City of Akron and ODNR Division of Wildlife sign 25-year agreement |
| May 05 |
Officer Lagasse Wins Award
Mayor Don Plusquellic congratulates Akron Police Officer William Lagasse upon his
being awarded this year's Optimist Club Officer of the Year honor. |
| May 04 |
Akron Observes a National Day of Prayer
The City of Akron observes a National Day of Prayer May 4, 2006 as one of
thousands of communities around America doing so. |
| May 03 |
SAFE KIDS, CITY TARGET CROSSWALK SAFETY
HAMMEL STREET WILL BE FIRST |
| May 02 |
CANVAS-ing FOR THE ARTS
POPULAR SUMMER PROGRAM SHAPING YOUNG TALENT |
| May 02 |
SANITATION CLARIFICATION
Rates for Homestead Exemption |
| May 02 |
Hydrant Flushing Update
Beginning approximately Monday, May 8, 2006, the Water Distribution Division will be
flushing fire hydrants in the North Hill area and the Goodyear Height areas of Akron. |
| May 01 |
CITY VS STATE IN COURT
ISSUE IS LOCAL CONTROL |
| Apr 27 |
Take Our Daughters and Sons to Work Day |
| Apr 17 |
City of Akron Holocaust Commemoration Committee Sponsors Awards
Ceremony with Blind Survivor, Max Edelman
For the 20th year, the City of Akron will sponsor a Holocaust Commemoration on
Tuesday, April 25, at noon at the Main Library Auditorium. |
| Apr 14 |
HYDRANT FLUSHING NOTICE
The Water Distribution Division will continue to flush fire hydrants... |
| Apr 12 |
LESS TAXING
City Makes Filing Simpler |
| Apr 07 |
GROWING HEALTHCARE PARTNERSHIP BRINGS NATIONAL BUS TOUR TO AKRON ON APRIL 21 |
| Apr 07 |
America’s 1st National Hamburger Festival Highlights
Summer 2006 in Downtown Akron |
| Apr 07 |
AKRON HONORS YOUNG VOLUNTEERS
ANNUAL EVENT RECOGNIZES GREAT CONTRIBUTIONS |
| Apr 07 |
BOYS OF SUMMER, FANS GET NEW SCOREBOARD
AA Champion Aeros Ready to Take the Field |
| Mar 31 |
Mayor Receives International Recognition
An international peace organization dedicated to the memory of a Swedish diplomat who
rescued Jews during the Holocaust has named Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic as an honorary
member. |
| Mar 30 |
KING FOR KIDS BIKEATHON RETURNS TO AKRON FOR 2006
LeBron James to Host Popular Cycling Fundraiser Again June 24th |
| Mar 15 |
Weathervane Playhouse is Pleased to Honor
Mayor Don Plusquellic for His Contributions to the Arts
Weathervane Playhouse Will Honor Mayor Don Plusquellic for His Contributions
to the Arts at its Annual Gala to be Held at Greystone Hall May 12, 2006. |
| Mar 14 |
PLUSQUELLIC, OTHER MAYORS, COUNTY OFFICIALS, BUSINESS LEADERS AND
NON-PROFITS UNITE TO FIGHT POTENTIAL CDBG BUDGET CUTS
Survey Finds Cities, Counties and States Devastated By CDBG Cuts |
| Mar 10 |
A DECADE OF DECIDEDLY DISIDUOUS DUTY
AKRON HONORED AGAIN AS TREE CITY USA |
| Mar 09 |
ARTIST WORKING WITH OPRAH, BONO IN AKRON FOR EXHIBIT, SALE
PAUL COLLINS HERE FOR URBAN LEAGUE BENEFIT |
| Mar 09 |
Neighborhood Partnerships Bring More New Projects
Grants Awarded Through City, ACF |
| Mar 03 |
Newly-established National Museum of Education
Plans are being made by an innovative, non-profit organization to bring the
newly-established National Museum of Education to Akron. |
| Feb 19 |
Akron, Ohio Invests in Israeli Technological Incubator
Just ten years ago, it was considered adventurous for American venture capital
funds to back promising and innovative Israeli ideas in high tech - today, it is
commonplace. |
| Feb 18 |
Akron Public Utilities Recognized
Excellence in Management |
| Feb 16 |
Akron Civil Service Commission Announces Interim Personnel Director |
| Feb 09 |
State of the City by Mayor Don Plusquellic |
| Feb 02 |
The Mayor's Annual Snow Bowl Kickoff
Mayor Don Plusquellic with Willow the porcupine from the Akron Zoo. |
| Jan 27 |
Water Update
Customer complaints regarding taste and odor have greatly diminished. |
| Jan 24 |
VALLE RISES TO CABINET POSITION
WILL BECOME DEPUTY SERVICE DIRECTOR |
| Jan 17 |
UPDATE: Akron Water Treatment Strategies for Winter Algae
What is the Akron Public Utilities Bureau doing to fix the water taste and odor
situation? |
| Jan 12 |
AKRON, OHIO BUSINESS DELEGATION CONCLUDES FIVE DAY MISSION WITH MANY
SUCCESSES
(Tel Aviv, Israel) A high level polymer and healthcare business delegation headed
by Akron Mayor Donald Plusquellic and ... |
CITY DEPUTY SERVICE DIRECTOR TO RETIRE
HAS BEEN ‘DRIVING FORCE’ BEHIND IMPORTANT CHANGES IN SERVICES |
| Jan 05 |
CITY, UNIONS AGREE ON PACT
464 IN CIVIL SERVICE, NURSING UNDER NEW AGREEMENT |
| Jan 04 |
First Night Akron is a Fun Last Night of ‘05
The 10th annual First Night® Akron celebration of the arts
brought 15,000 to downtown Akron. |
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Mayor on Trade Mission to Israel
Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic will lead a delegation to Israel January 6 - 14 on behalf
of regional business interests from northeast Ohio, a trip that will include meetings with
Israeli business and government officials as well as the American ambassador to the Jewish
state. |
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City Nurses to Vote on Contract
City of Akron has reached tentative agreement this afternoon with another of its
employee unions. |
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UPDATE: Akron Water Treatment for Algae Abundance
The staff at the Water Supply Plant is working diligently to resolve the taste and
odor situation to the best of their ability, utilizing the treatment methods available to
them at the Water Supply Plant and consulting with Ohio EPA, industry experts and other
Midwestern water utilities that have experienced similar situations. |
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Holidayfest Reports Record Attendance
RECORD NUMBERS RECORDED REGARDLESS OF RECORD COLD
Akron’s second-coldest December on record did not keep crowds away from Holidayfest,
the city of Akron’s cure for the winter doldrums. |
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2006 AKRON MARTIN LUTHER KING JR. EVENTS |
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