Massillon Holiday Parade switches to Patriotic Committee leadership
The Massillon holiday season kicks off with a 5 p.m. parade from Eighth Street NE and Lincoln Way E, followed by a light-up night. The Patriotic Committee takes over from Massillon Main Street, led by Terry Roan who has long organized Memorial Day parades, with collaboration from the Downtown Massillon Association.
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Massillon
Eighth Street
Lincoln Way E
Patriotic Committee
Massillon Main Street
Kathy
Catazaro-Perry
Terry Roan
Roan
Terry
Barb Schumacher
DMA
Sheriff launches cadet program in Stark County
Stark County Sheriff George T. Maier aims to attract youths before adulthood to policing with a cadet program. Maier says the initiative could yield ready recruits for future deputy roles as teens like 20-year-old Zachary Yadrnak of Louisville weigh their paths.
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Canton
Stark County
George T. Maier
Maier
Zachary Yadrnak
Louisville
Stark County Sheriff’s Office
Vape ads echo Big Tobacco tactics across decades
Researchers say e cigarette firms reuse traditional tobacco advertising themes to attract youths and push health claims similar to historic campaigns. Dr Robert Jackler notes the 21993 cigarette ad and a 2015 e cigarette spot share striking similarities. Health officials and lawmakers confront teen vaping amid rising illnesses.
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Robert Jackler
Stanford University Research
Big Tobacco
British press pans Prince Andrew interview on Epstein claims
British media branded Prince Andrew's BBC interview a public relations disaster as he denied sex with Virginia Roberts Giuffre amid her allegations of Epstein trafficking. Critics urged more empathy for victims and questioned his ties to Epstein and the broader royal image.
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Prince Andrew
London
Jeffrey Epstein
BBC Newsnight
Andrew
Virginia Roberts Giuffre
Britain
Epstein
Charlie Proctor
Royal Central
Giuffre
Salvation Army Kettles Go Digital for Donations
The Inde explains a new option to donate to the Salvation Army via electronic payments at red kettles seen in public areas. No cash needed as digital donations become available this season.
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Salvation Army
Inde
Weather information page teaser and online forecast
Weather cuttings advise readers to turn to Page A2 for a five day forecast. The note directs to IndeOnline.com weather for full details and updates.
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IndeOnline.com
Suburban Greeting Ushers Morning Notes for Patsy Shriner
A warm morning greeting to Patsy Shriner accompanies a subscription acknowledgment from The Independent. The brief message thanks the reader for subscribing and extends friendly wishes for the day.
Caption This Cartoon Bragging Rights Contest Entry
The Inde invites captions for a weekly cartoon contest with front page bragging rights. Submit your witty line by email to IndeOnline com or mail to The Independent 729 Lincoln Way East Massillon Ohio 44646 with name and address for publication on IndeOnline com.
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IndeOnline
the Independent
Lincoln Way E
Massillon
Ohio
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