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Street Craftery
Hobbies, Books, & CraftsCraft night upgrade: Street Craftery is Akron’s go-to for custom candle pouring, guided painting, and even stitching classes when your hands need something fun to do.
Whimsical Whiskers CatFae & Rescue
CafesPet, sip, repeat: Whimsical Whiskers CatFae & Rescue is a rescue-first sanctuary where quiet hang time helps shy cats heal and socialize.
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West Side Neighborhood Watch - Akron
Police in West Akron have issued a warrant for the arrest of a man for violating a protection order after a Burning Tree Drive woman reported that her tenant illegally turned on water service to her home after it had been shut off by the water company.
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Akron is stressed while Cuyahoga Falls is blessed
A study from personal-finance company WalletHub has found that Akron is the ninth most stressed city in America, ranking eighth for work hours, unemployment rates, divorce rates, and suicide rates.
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Akron Art Museum hosting free Senior Day with tours, informational booths in October
The Akron Art Museum will host its annual Senior Day on Oct.
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APS sporting event rules stir debate over safety and community access
Akron Public Schools (APS) has introduced three entry restrictions at its sporting events, including a clear bag requirement, which restricts all bags and purses, except diaper bags and medical equipment, and requires students under 18 to be with a parent or guardian if they're not with one of the…
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Break-in at Akron Police storage facility leaves evidence vehicles damaged
A group of three suspects broke into Akron Police’s gated storage facility on August 18th, damaging six vehicles being stored as evidence.
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