North Royalton residents and its safety forces spent Memorial Day morning at the North Royalton Cemetery to honor military veterans who made the ultimate sacrifice so that we can enjoy the freedoms we have. North Royalton Mayor Paul Marnecheck and VFW Post 3345 Commander Tim Zvoncheck delivered remarks that emphasized the true meaning of Memorial Day. A 21-gun salute was given to the vets and "Taps" was played along with "Amazing Grace." Mayor Marnecheck reminded those in the crowd why Memorial Day exists. "It exists because too many of our service men and women gave what President Linco ....
The North Royalton City Council appointed David J. Quolke as the new Ward 4 Council Representative. Council voted 5-1, with Ward 6 Council Representative Ed Cyngier voting for a different candidate. Quolke was appointed on May 29, after Council interviewed four candidates for the position. Quolke replaces Mary Gorjanc, who moved from the Ward 4 Council position to Council President on May 7, after Paul Marnecheck moved to the Mayoral position upon the retirement of Larry Antoskiewicz on May 1. “North Royalton City Council members are grateful to the four residents who applied to be the ....
Outside of the North Royalton Fire Department families and children gathered to meet police dogs and horses, pose for pictures with Cleveland Browns’ mascot Chumps and tour the inside of firetrucks. Meanwhile inside the station, organizations ranging from the North Royalton Family YMCA to the Ohio Department of Transportation-District 12 educated families about their services from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. May 16. Dating back to the ‘90s, the fire department annually opens its doors to about 500 guests to educate them about safety, preparing them to tackle safety concerns. The event also occurs ....
As with every spring, the city turns its sight to maintenance of the road infrastructure. This year is no different, with the 2026 Road Maintenance Program. Every year, the city develops a plan of the roads that are in the most need and sets a budget to complete those projects. Motorists might want to take note, as a change in travel plans may be in order. At the February 3 Streets Committee meeting, then-North Royalton Service Director Nick Cinquepalmi stated that the Road program was going out to bid, with bid openings taking place on February 24. At the March 3 Council meeting, the b ....
On May 6, the North Royalton City Council voted to replace the President of Council position with one of their own. Ward 4 Council Representative Mary Gorjanc will serve as the new Council President effective May 8. They are now in the process of replacing Gorjanc’s Council seat. City Council has thirty days to fill the vacancy or it will then be filled by Mayor Paul Marnecheck. According to the North Royalton City Charter, “Any vacancy in the Council shall be filled by the remaining members thereof for the unexpired term. If the Council fails within thirty (30) days after such vaca ....
For the first time in more than two decades, North Royalton High School’s Royal Harmony has achieved a “1” Superior Rating at the Ohio Music Education Association (OMEA) State Adjudicated Contest—marking a milestone moment for the ensemble and its long tradition of excellence. The prestigious rating represents the highest honor awarded at the state level and reflects months of dedication, preparation, and musical growth by the student performers. Royal Harmony delivered a powerful and expressive performance that showcased not only their vocal talent, but also their deep connection to ....
On May 1, just after midnight, the new Mayor of North Royalton was sworn in. Paul Marnecheck, previous Council President, was sworn in at the gazebo on the city green. The swearing in was performed by the Honorable Francine Goldberg, Judge, Cuyahoga County Domestic Relations Court. About fifty people were in attendance. Paul Marnecheck replaces Larry Antoskiewicz, who retired effective April 30. Antoskiewicz, a 25 year resident, began his political involvement in North Royalton starting in 2005, when he was appointed Ward 5 Councilman. He then served as Council President, before becoming ....
The North Royalton City Council has voted in the replacement for the Ward 6 Council Representative position. Councilman Mike Wos had resigned from the position, effective March 16. City Council fulfilled its requirement to fill the vacancy, or it would have been filled by Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz. According to the North Royalton City Charter, “Any vacancy in the Council shall be filled by the remaining members thereof for the unexpired term. If the Council fails within thirty (30) days after such vacancy occurs to fill same, the Mayor shall fill it by appointment.” The appointment ....
The April meeting of the North Royalton Board of Education took place on Thursday, April 16. The Board approved transition time for School Superintendent Michael Laub. Laub had 10 accrued vacation days between April 17 and July 31, 2026, to provide transition support services to Avon Local Schools. It states that “such leave shall be properly recorded, and during this period, the Superintendent shall continue to fully perform all required duties for the North Royalton City School.” The Board adopted a resolution, estimating the amount of District money, in accordance with “Chapter ....
