Lions Club honors member at NRHS football home opener

North Royalton City Schools made the first home football game on August 24 at North Royalton Serpentini Chevrolet Stadium a little more meaningful by holding a flag dedication before kickoff. The North Royalton Lions Club donated a 10 ft. by 15 ft. flag for the stadium in memory of Bob Serpentini, Sr. who served with the Lions Club for 45 years. He passed away this past June. After the announcer named those involved in the dedication, the American flag was raised as well as the Ohio and U.S. Marine flag. U.S. Marines and Lions Club members took part in the flag raising, and Bob Serpentini, Sr ....

Sep 4, 2018

Time to put safe driving practices in gear

Now that the new school year has begun, more attention must be paid while driving, especially in neighborhoods and near schools and areas where children play. Drivers need to be mindful of enhancing safety by following safe driving practices, especially in these areas. The North Royalton School District’s Transportation Department consists of a fleet of 66 Buses and six Vans, employing 50 Bus Drivers, eight Substitute Bus Drivers, three Van Drivers, and 4 Bus Monitors. The District is responsible for transporting more than 3,100 students each school day to 12 different buildings, traveling ....

Aug 31, 2018

North Royalton School Board approves new contracts with Non-Teaching Employees

The North Royalton Board of Education recently approved a new contract and compensation plans for non-teaching employees of the North Royalton School District. At the August 13 Board of Education meeting, the Board adopted the negotiated agreement with the Ohio Association of Public School Employees (OAPSE) and the compensation plans for the Central Office Professional Staff Association (COPSA), the North Royalton Principals’ Association, and the Central Office Administrators for the period of August 1, 2018, through July 31, 2021. The contract approves a two percent yearly increase for the ....

Aug 31, 2018

Band’s parent preview night got everyone feelin’ alright

“…We’re all in the mood for a melody, and you’ve got us feelin’ alright.” The lyrics to Singer-songwriter Billy Joel’s 1973 hit, “Piano Man,” sure fit the mood Aug. 17 as members of the North Royalton High School Marching Band performed Joel’s signature melodies among other catchy tunes during a special “Parent Preview Night” that highlighted their football show and the many skills they have learned at Band Camp. The band was also joined by the talented and spirited Royalette Dance Team and Royalaire Color Guard. Many would say summer Band Camp – three weeks of dail ....

Aug 31, 2018

Bicentennial Gala Ball celebrates 200 years of history, civic pride

The Grand Ballroom at Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante & Party Center provided the backdrop Aug. 4 for the biggest local party in 200 years as North Royalton celebrated its bicentennial with a formal gala ball. A warm sense of community and civic pride filled the room as guests gathered to enjoy hors d’oeuvres, a prime rib dinner, delectable desserts, an open bar, luxury raffle prizes, historical items on display and entertainment provided by the Motown band Twist. Anyone with a true love and passion for North Royalton was in attendance at the Chamber of Commerce-sponsored event, including ....

Aug 23, 2018