Bicentennial Community Festival was a dynamite good time for all
Whether it is the funnel cakes, the carnival games, the children’s rides, the parade, fireworks or simply the time with family, attending the Community Festival, organized and sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce, is always a cherished way for residents to close out another wonderful summer in North Royalton. This summer was even more special as the city marked its 200th birthday and 134th annual festival. “The excitement building up to the Bicentennial Community Festival was capped off with a weekend of perfect weather, another great parade and a fantastic grand finale fireworks display ....
North Royalton Community Festival August 10-12
Join us at the City Green (corner of Royalton and Ridge Roads) August 10-12, for the North Royalton Bicentennial Community Festival. Three days of great food, live entertainment, rides, games, exhibitors and more. Parade is Sunday at 3 p.m. Fireworks display Sunday at dusk. Come with your family and friends and have a great weekend together! Our photographer will be out and about taking pictures for the Recorder and also our Facebook page! Smile!!
Fishing Derby had a whale of a turnout
The 15th Annual George Modock, Jr. Memorial Fishing Derby had a record turnout on Friday, July 27. Children ages 7 - 15 were invited to participate in this annual fun event at Memorial Park, 14600 State Road, at the lower pavilion. Prizes, donated by Mrs. George Modock, Jr., were awarded in three age categories: $25 for 1st place in the 7-9 age group; $50 for 1st place in the 10-12 age group; and $75 for 1st place in the 13-15 age group. The 2018 Fishing Derby winners are as follows: Ages 7-9 - First place, Lily Doyle (22-1/2 inch); Second Place, Avery Lukehart; Third Place, Jack Jed ....
Pastor Alex Harris joins Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church
Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church is proud to announce the installation of Pastor Alex Harris, which took place on Sunday, July 22. He joins the church as the Young Adult Pastor. He was ordained at Grace Lutheran Church in Columbus, IN (his home congregation) on Sunday, June 10. Along with preaching and the various other duties of an Associate Pastor, Pastor Harris’ primary responsibilities include overseeing junior high youth ministry, confirmation instruction, senior high youth ministry, and ministry to college students and young adults. Royal Redeemer welcomes Pastor Alex Harris and his wif ....
Akins Road Fire Cause Still Under Investigation
On July 20, a call came in at about 3:20 a.m. to the North Royalton Fire Department reporting that smoke was coming from an area on Akins Road. When the fire department arrived, the house was fully engulfed and flames were seen coming from the roof. Brunswick and Broadview Heights responded, as well as Hinckley, Strongsville and Middleburg Heights and Brecksville. Parma Heights EMS squad also responded. Broadview Road and Akins Roads were closed to traffic. There was heavy fire in the attic and visible fire on the first floor. There was no one home at the time. The house was being renovated. ....
