Local cheers and jeers celebrate community deeds and woes
The page salutes jurors who spent weeks on Frank Lazzerini’s trial with 260 counts, honors Hoover High School Simple Starters for a leadership summit, and notes Glen Oak High School’s Bats Around Town invitation. It condemns vandals at Northwood Elementary, praises Gov. DeWine’s Buckeye Girls State visit, and marks Refuge of Hope’s new Canton shelter opening. It decries low Ohio wages, lauds Advanced Industrial Roofing’s apprentice program, and recalls Cleveland’s 50th river fire recovery. It condemns threats against a Republican watch party, and commends Sandy Dukat’s Paralympic work and Ecuador climb for amputee aid.
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Reader Polls Question Moves In Life And Flag Flight
Saturday reader poll results show 3 percent have never moved, 26 percent moved 1 to 5 times, 41 percent 6 to 10 times, and 30 percent more than 10. Today’s poll asks how often you fly an American flag, with submissions via IndeOnline.com.
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Pivotal week for Biden and rivals in Democratic debate
A sprawling two day debate festival tests Biden and rivals amid shifting support. Warren and Buttigieg gain early momentum while Sanders faces renewed scrutiny. Candidates weigh core messages from climate to immigration as they prepare for Night One and Night Two.
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Prostate Cancer Support Group Aids Stark County Men
In Perry Township, a monthly prostate cancer support group formed seven years ago at New Pointe Community Church near Belden Village Mall meets the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. The group, led by local men including Luis Lacourt, provides a space to share questions and experiences. Next meeting is July 9. call 330-605-1023 for more information.
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