City to receive turnpike noise abatement funding

By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer

Mayor Bob Stefanik was elated when he was recently informed by the Ohio Turnpike Commission that North Royalton will be receiving funding for noise abatement walls. “We have been working on this for over six years,” said Stefanik. He noted that many hours have been spent attending meetings, lobbying officials and applying for grants to help mitigate the problems that North Royalton has experienced. “The hard work has finally paid off,” he said. Earlier this month, they received word that three of the four projects that the city applied fo ....

Be safe and have a happy summer

By SHERI STAFFORD Contributing Writer

Summer has arrived! The grills are firing up, the pools are ready for swimming, the outdoors and backyards are bustling with activity, and the weather is warming up. Summer time escapades are here, and to ensure the fun activities continue, there are many safety tips to follow for a happy, safe and sound summer.

Summer is the perfect time to light up the grill and start barbecuing. Whether your grill is powered by propane, charcoal, or natural gas, following safety tips will help prevent accidents.

Keep the grill away from the house, p ....

Library to offer new streaming media service

By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer

The Cuyahoga County Public Library System (CCPL) launched a new program on May 13, offering two new streaming media services. The program now adds the ability for patrons to stream movies and music on their computers, smart phones or tablets, through Hoopla Digital streaming music and OverDrive streaming video. These services are good on any device with a web-based browser with an internet connection. The new service enriches the current technological offerings of e-books and e-magazines, which are popular downloads. “This is the ultimate as far ....

City eyes installing fiber optic network

By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer

City administrators are looking into the feasibility of connecting all the municipal buildings with a fiber optic network. Currently, many of the city’s buildings are linked only by internet connection. The installation linking all would not only make for a more cohesive, faster network citywide, but also cut down costs and bring the city into a higher level, technologically speaking. The idea was spurred on by the new City Hall project and would be made possible through the current fiber optic cabling that has been installed when the city’s 9 ....

Soldier thanks community for sending love from home

By SHERI STAFFORD Contributing Writer

This Monday, Memorial Day, we will honor United States Armed Forces fallen soldiers. These men and women made the ultimate sacrifice protecting our freedom. Many of us will attend a parade, picnic, and participate in other activities that are possible because throughout our nation’s history, brave men and women have fought for these privileges.

Every day, we have the opportunity to thank our current military members and veterans, and they are very grateful when we do. Community support from patriotic citizens can mean a lot to a service ma ....

Promoters hope for good Relay for Life turnout

The American Cancer Society is inviting the community to the Relay for Life event being held at the North Royalton YMCA from noon on May 31 until 6 a.m. on June 1. This year’s event got off to a slow start and organizers are hoping things will pick up and there will be a good turnout for this good cause. The Relay for Life is dedicated to raising money and awareness for cancer. Teams individually come up with ideas to raise funds which are then used for cancer research.

Opening ceremonies begin at noon followed by a survivor’s victory lap. All cancer survivors are invited to wal ....

Come to the North Royalton Fire Department Safety Fair & Open House on Saturday, May 10

The North Royalton Fire Department is sponsoring its 18th Annual Safety Fair and Open House on Saturday, May 10, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The Safety Fair will be held at the North Royalton Fire Station, 7000 Royalton Road, and will kick off EMS week and include several special exhibits pertaining to safety issues relating to children. Last year’s event attracted approximately 500+ children and adults. There will be a lot to do and see, including fun and learning activities for the whole family! Refreshments will be served. Some of the exhibits included in this year’s event are: • North ....

Give CERT 17 minutes on May 17th – Volunteers are needed for simulated inoculation exercise

The North Royalton Community Emergency Response Team (NRCERT) holds to the truth that when disaster strikes people and their needs should be placed above all else. Established in 2003, NRCERT was created to assist the North Royalton safety forces in the event of a disaster or emergency. NRCERT currently has approximately 110 members from the community who are committed to North Royalton and its citizens. While in “peacetime,” when there are no pending disasters or emergencies, members from the NRCERT dedicate their time to receive training and to build skills. The training and skills ar ....

GARDEN PARTY

By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer

Now that Spring is here and the warmer weather is starting to arrive, many turn their attentions to the outdoors. Spring is a perfect season for hosting an outdoor party. For a change, how about a garden party on a warm weekend afternoon or early evening. They are usually a little more formal than the usual backyard get together, where you can dress up your table and serve something a bit more fancy. Garden parties go back to British and French weekend getaways of the upper classes, who would gather on the grounds of the estates that would be soft ....

ROYALTON MUSIC CENTER HITTING HIGH NOTES FOR 50 YEARS

By SHERI STAFFORD Contributing Writer

Royalton Music Center has been sharing the joy of music for 50 years. The community is invited to join in the celebration of their golden anniversary and is welcome to attend special events, live music, instrument demonstrations, and super sales coming up in June.

“I am proud to continue to share the love for music that my grandparents, Ida and Richard Eleck, and my mother, Sheri Haas, have over the past five decades,” said Lauren Haas Amanfoh, the third-generation owner of Royalton Music Center. “Not only has Royalton Music Center been ....