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Stark County
Police investigating reported gunfire in Jackson Township
Police are investigating a situation along Parkford Street NW near Wales Avenue NW in Jackson Township after reports of gunfire Monday night. A neighbor who lives close to the…
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Stark County
Ohio’s THC ban leaves local bars like the Barrel Room reeling
Just a year after she introduced THC-infused drinks to her menu, Keri Sullivan’s bar is being forced to pull them from the shelves. Sullivan, owner of The Barrel Room located in…
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Sports
Queen of the course: Marlington’s Johnson wins EBC title, ends day as Homecoming Queen
Marlington junior Irelyn Johnson had a Saturday to remember. Just hours after winning the Eastern Buckeye Conference (EBC) cross country championship on her home course, she…
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Carroll County
Minerva sweeps EBC cross-country titles: a championship day fueled by heart, family, and perseverance
The morning air at Marlington High School carried that unmistakable October chill — the kind that makes it a perfect day for running, and an even better day for history. By the…
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Stark County
North Canton shooting suspect’s estranged wife tells JMN mental health crisis led to attack; bond set at $1.1M
The wife of the man accused of opening fire inside the Versailles Gardens Apartments in North Canton says her husband was in a state of psychosis when the shooting occurred…
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Stark County
Bicyclist killed in early Friday morning crash in Stark County 
A bicyclist was killed early Friday morning after being struck by a vehicle at an intersection in Canton, according to police. Chief John Gabbard said officers were called to…
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Stark County
North Canton active shooting suspect identified; police praise swift, coordinated response
A woman was hospitalized Thursday morning after an active shooter opened fire at the Versailles Gardens Apartments in North Canton, prompting a large-scale law enforcement…
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Stark County
Suspect in custody after active shooter incident at North Canton apartment complex; one civilian injured
A woman was hospitalized Thursday morning after an active shooter opened fire at the Versailles Gardens Apartments in North Canton, prompting a massive law enforcement response…
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Carroll County
“Dangerous”: Gov. DeWine orders intoxicating hemp products pulled from Ohio stores
Gov. Mike DeWine has signed an executive order directing Ohio retailers to remove intoxicating hemp products from store shelves, citing public safety concerns and the lack of…
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Stark County
‘God’s got me’: How one Stark County teen’s faith continues to inspire a community after his tragic death
Holly and Seth Stutzman had just finished a sunny afternoon at the Atwood Fall Festival with their 20-year-old son, Zachary. They were wrapping up lunch at a restaurant near…
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Stark County
Man fatally shot inside Canton apartment; suspect charged
Canton police are investigating a homicide that occurred early Saturday morning, leaving a 35-year-old man dead and a suspect facing felony charges. According to Canton Police…
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Stark County
Police warn modified fireworks may be circulating locally after deadly Massillon explosion
A 19-year-old man was killed Friday afternoon when a detached garage exploded in the 200 block of 17th Street NE, according to the Massillon Fire Department. The victim, Trevor…
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Stark County
Lockdown lifted at Louisville Schools after threatening call deemed a hoax
All buildings in the Louisville City School District have been cleared from lockdown status after police determined that a threatening phone call made to Louisville High School…
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Stark County
Driver transported to hospital after chemical reaction at Massillon-based water utility plant
Aqua Ohio officials tell Jordan Miller News that a small chemical reaction occurred Monday morning at the company’s water treatment facility on 3rd Street Northwest in Massillon,…
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Stark County
All Louisville City School buildings are on lockdown following “threatening phone call”
All Louisville City School District buildings remain on lockdown Monday after a threatening phone call was received by Louisville High School earlier in the morning, according to…
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Carroll County
Local woman and mother of five seriously injured in State Route 43 crash
A 42-year-old mother of five remains hospitalized with serious injuries after a two-vehicle crash Friday afternoon in Osnaburg Township. According to the Canton Post of the Ohio…
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National News
First Ladies Library and Museum in Canton closes amid federal shutdown
The National First Ladies Library & Museum has temporarily closed its facilities in Canton due to the ongoing federal government shutdown. The closure affects the Visitor Center,…
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Stark County
Stark County woman, 33, dies four days after being struck by a Jeep on Route 21
A 33-year-old woman has died after being struck by a vehicle last week in Stark County, authorities said. The Ohio State Highway Patrol said Brittany Kemp-Merritt of Beach City…
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Stark County
Fishers Foods to close last Stark Co. store after 92 years, ending final store operations October 14
After more than nine decades serving Stark County, Fishers Foods announced Tuesday it will close its last remaining store. The family-owned grocer said its final day of operations…
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Stark County
Ball-loving golden retriever from Jackson Township scores role in “Air Bud Returns”
Charlie, a 3-year-old golden retriever from Jackson Township, is headed to Hollywood — or at least Vancouver. The playful pup has been chosen as one of two dogs to star as Buddy…
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