POT HOLES WREAK HAVOC ON OUR VEHICLES
By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer
Spring? Some people look for telltale signs of spring with the coming and going of certain birds in the area. Others look at the poking through of certain spring flowers. For North Royalton Service Director, Nick Cinquepalmi, the sign comes in the form of the opening of the hot asphalt plant. He has been in contact with the plant and was happy to hear that they planned to open this week, weather permitting. “They really do want to get going,” said Cinquepalmi. “We want to get these roads fixed. It’s been a bad winter.”Pot holes caused ....
CITY JOINT DISPATCH WITH STRONGSVILLE IS COMPLETE
By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer
On Saturday morning, March 22, residents of North Royalton experienced a change, although the change was not evident. That is when the complete transformation took place in the city of North Royalton’s Public Safety Dispatch and was consolidated with the city of Strongsville. The joining of the dispatch for these two cities will make a first in the southwest region of Cuyahoga County.
City Councils in both North Royalton and Strongsville unanimously adopted legislation last month that approves an agreement that incorporates the emergen ....
DRINKS AND RECIPES FOR ST. PATRICK'S DAY
By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer
Of all the Catholic saints, St. Patrick, patron saint of Ireland, is one of the most well known. Today, St. Patrick’s Day is celebrated all over the world. It’s been said that everyone is Irish on this day. If you want to celebrate, but don’t want to attend the annual St. Patrick’s Day parade downtown, or visit your local pub for some green beer, you may want to have a special dinner. Here are a few Irish recipes that you may want to consider.
Irish Creme 1 can (12 ounces) evaporated milk 1 C. heavy whipping cream 1/2 C. mil ....
POLICE TO HELP MAKE ST. PATRICK'S DAY SAFER POLICE TO HELP MAKE ST. PATRICK'S DAY SAFER
The North Royalton Police Department, along with many other police departments in Cuyahoga County continue to partner with the Cuyahoga County DUI Task Force to help make St. Patrick’s Day a safe one. With March 17 being well known as the day for overindulging a more potent potable, they ask that you plan ahead for a safe drive home. Not only will there be an increased police presence on St. Patty’s Day, but also the weekend from March 14 to the 17. The aim is to keep impaired drivers off the streets to protect motorists. The increased presence will come in the form of more saturated p ....
SPRING CLEANING CAN BE A BREEZE
By SHERI STAFFORD Contributing Writer
In one week from today, the long-awaited first day of spring arrives. Signs of spring including chirping birds, blossoming foliage, warming temperatures, and the shining sun, are perfect motivators to get thinking about spring cleaning. Creating a to-do list for jobs inside and outside your home will help make spring cleaning a breeze! As you once again venture outdoors, it is time to evaluate the devastating effects winter has had on the outside of your home. Siding, gutters, and windows may appear dingy and dirty. A simple cleaning may return you ....