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City adds No Vaping to No Smoking laws

City Council unanimously approved legislation at its September 5 meeting that bans all use of electronic smoking devices, such as vape pens and e-cigarettes on city-owned property, including indoor and outdoor properties. “Electronic smoking devices, often called e-cigarettes, heat and vaporize a solution that typically contains nicotine, and are often designed to mimic the look and feel of a real cigarette, while others resemble pens or other innocuous objects,” according to the American Nonsmokers’ Rights Foundation. “The devices are metal or plastic tubes that contain a cartridge f ....

Sep 18, 2017

What’s on the Ballot November 7

The November election is fast approaching. The absentee ballots will be mailed out on September 23 and polls are open on election day, Tuesday, November 7 from 6:30 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. On October 10, Voter Registration Closes and on October 11, Opening of vote by mail will begin. November 4 is the Absentee Ballot application deadline; November 6. All overseas Vote by Mail ballots must be submitted to be received by November 7. Also all absentee ballots returned in person must be received at the Board of Elections by 7:30 p.m. Ward 1 - John T. Nickell Ward 2 - Gary Petrusky Ward 3 - Daniel R. ....

Sep 18, 2017

School Board News

The September meeting of the North Royalton Board of Education took place on September 11. The North Royalton Royal Harmony sang America the Beautiful in remembrance of the events of September 11. School Superintendent Greg Gurka highlighted the Quality Profile for the North Royalton Schools, stating that this is the third year in publication. He noted that this district is “only one of 85 districts through the state of Ohio that take the opportunity to share this information with our community.” The Profile can be found on the district’s website, www.northroyaltonsd.org. A short prese ....

Sep 18, 2017

Deer hunting rules and regulations outlined

The bow hunting of white tailed deer has begun in the city. To date, 80 permits have been issued, three of which are deer damage control permits, according to the North Royalton Police Chief’s office. That is almost double the 41 permits that were issued at this time last year. At the conclusion of the 2016-17 season, 187 deer were taken in North Royalton, with the following breakdown: Ward 1, eight deer with a deer damage permit, 77 deer with a hunting permit for a total of 85; Ward 2, deer with a deer damage permit, 13 deer with a hunting permit for a total of 13; Ward 3, no deer with a d ....

Sep 18, 2017

Fund-raiser goal is to help area Rhizo Kids

The Ninth Annual Rockin’ and Rollin’ for Rhizo Kids - Night at the Races, will be held September 23 to benefit RhizoKids Ohio. When Jake Cirner was diagnosed with RCDP at six months old, his parents were devastated. Imagine being told your child will most likely not live to see his second birthday. There was nowhere to go but up so Jake’s, proud and determined parents founded RhizoKids Ohio. Their mission is to continue to educate others, plus raise awareness and money for research to help other children and families faced with this rare condition. With all the challenges they face, 15 ....

Sep 11, 2017

Historical Ridge Road home to be renovated

Unless a house is “For Sale by Owner,” it’s not extremely common for the current homeowner to meet the new buyer. And it’s even less common for the home’s previous residents to not only meet the current owner, but also the new buyer. But that’s the situation Scott Scheeff found himself in on August 15, when his historical Ridge Road home became the meeting place for his realtor John Carvaines of Howard Hanna, new owners, Ridler and Kloscak Properties, Ltd., their realtor Shannon Manacapelli of Keller Williams, previous residents and sisters Evelyn Schroeder Girard and Donna Marie ....

Aug 30, 2017

Long-time Royalton treasured seniors thanked at banquet

Instead of calling it “The Old Timers Banquet,” how about a new name calling the luncheon to honor North Royalton’s “Most Treasured Residents.” Whatever name you call it, the Olde Timers Banquet is held every year during the North Royalton Community Festival. The event honors residents who helped North Royalton grow into the city that it is today. Those who were invited to lunch on Saturday, August 19, at Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church included those North Royalton residents who are at least 70 years of age and have lived in the city for at least 30 years. The Royalton Hills Lions ....

Aug 30, 2017

Schools choose architect for School Facilities Project

The North Royalton Board of Education chose the firm ThenDesign Architecture to be the architect for the North Royalton Schools facilities project. They voted unanimously at the August 14 School Board meeting. Willoughby-based ThenDesign Architecture (TDA) specializes in architecture, planning, and interior design. They also have an office in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania. According to ThenDesign officials, “our core markets include hospitality, sports/recreation, education, senior living and preservation.” The firm is not new to the school/city arena. They have been chosen for various project ....

Aug 30, 2017

North Royalton City Schools selected as one of Top 200 Entries In State Farm Neighborhood Assist Grant Program

Residents need to go online starting to vote for the project North Royalton City Schools and the North Royalton Education Foundation just received word today that it has been selected as a top 200 cause in the State Farm Neighborhood Assist Grant Contest. From August 16-25, the community will vote on the top 200 causes from this philanthropic program. The 40 causes with the most votes will be announced on September 28 and each will win a $25,000 grant from State Farm. If North Royalton City Schools is granted the $25,000, the district will use it for a program the ....

Aug 16, 2017

City, Schools to receive rebate for Ohio BWC

The City of North Royalton and the North Royalton School District will be receiving a check from the Ohio Bureau of Worker’s Compensation (BWC) to rebate premiums paid. This practice takes place every few years, according to North Royalton Finance Director, Eric Dean. Ohio cities, schools and other employers are receiving rebates for workers’ compensation premiums combined at more than $1 billion. Refunds also were made in 2013 and 2014. Governor John Kasich stated earlier this year that he wanted to return $1 billion to over 200,000 public and private employers, ranging from $5 to tens ....

Aug 15, 2017