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North Royalton boy, 10, takes 3rd place in international opera competition

Alex Cosma is like any child his age. The 10-year-old North Royalton Elementary School student enjoys playing sports, swimming and spending time with his family and friends. But Cosma has an extraordinary talent that not many his age share: opera singing. Cosma, a student of Olga’s Music Studio in North Royalton, recently competed virtually in The Elena Obraztsova International Competition of Young Vocalists. The competition took place in St. Petersburg, Russia. He was just one of four children representing the United States and earned third place, after moving to the final round with other ....

Aug 3, 2021

Cosgrove Family Foundation Donates $1.25 Million to Southwest General Health Center

Gift supports higher-level maternity, newborn care in southwestern Cuyahoga and northern Medina Counties Southwest General Health Center is honored to announce the charitable donation of $1.25 million from The Cosgrove Family Foundation in support of the hospital’s Maternity Unit renovation and expansion project. Construction is well underway on the transformative $17.6 million project, which will double the size of the current Maternity Unit while adding a higher level of care for moms and babies—elevating from Level I care to Level II care. When completed, the newly named “Cosgrove ....

Aug 3, 2021

NR Youth Fishing Derby draws a record crowd

Armed with fishing poles, tackle boxes, lures and their favorite lawn chair, youngsters invaded Memorial Park on July 23, for the 16th Annual George Modock, Jr. Memorial Fishing Derby. Eighty-seven youngsters between the ages of 7 and 15 turned out for the competition. “The normal turnout is between 30-35. One year we had 68 youngsters. This turnout is a pleasant surprise,” said Jason Swim of the North Royalton Recreation Department. “I think it’s another sign that people want to get together again,” said North Royalton Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz. “And a big thank you to the Modock ....

Aug 3, 2021

Master Plan zoning changes headed to voters

Come November, voters will be asked to adopt a new Master Land Use Plan, which is a result of the recommendations from City’s new Master Plan. Council unanimously adopted legislation that would provide the question of adoption of the new zoning map with changes that are recommended in the 2021 Master Plan, to be placed on the November 2 ballot. Both measures were adopted after the approval of the City’s Planning Commission. The proposed charter amendment on the November 2 ballot would read as follows: “PROPOSED CHARTER AMENDMENT A majority affirmative vote is necessary for passage. SH ....

Aug 3, 2021

‘Hometown Heroes’ banners will adorn Royalton Road

The City is giving residents the opportunity to honor their loved ones who have served in the military. Starting this month, the Hometown Heroes Banner Program, spearheaded by Ward 4 Councilman Jeremy Dietrich, will decorate a section of Royalton Road from West 130 Street to York Road with large, vibrant banners displaying the names, branch of service and photos of those who have served in the military and have ties to North Royalton. Measuring 2 feet by 6 feet, and designed and printed by Gearin’ Up, each banner costs $100 and will be displayed along the roadway for two years, Memorial Da ....

Aug 3, 2021

Resolution adopted on claims in opioid lawsuit

North Royalton City Council unanimously adopted a resolution approving a proposed plan for liquidation of an opioid maker in bankruptcy court. The resolution states that the City is a party to lawsuits involving “the claims for damages arising out of the opioid addiction calamity.” One of the defendants in the case is Mallinckrodt PLC. The company filed for bankruptcy protection last October and there currently is pending a proposed plan of liquidation and the creation of a trust to pay out assets to the claimants. The City’s Special Counsel, Kelley and Ferraro LLP, who is representing ....

Aug 3, 2021

City to end one recycling option

Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz reported that he will be terminating the contract with Simple Recycling at the July 6 City Council Streets Committee meeting. He said that the company had suspended their service during the pandemic and were asked to send a letter to residents to notify them on the measure, but they did not. He also said that they have not resumed their service. In April, 2018, City Council unanimously adopted legislation which allowed the Mayor to enter into an agreement for the curbside collection, recycling and disposition of soft recyclables with Great Lakes Recycling, Incorporate ....

Jul 19, 2021

Summer is for slowing down and enjoying more

Once upon a time, not long ago, summer was a carefree time for children. They spent those long, hot days playing outside with the other kids in the neighborhood. Home was always an after-thought and they only stopped there to grab a popsicle and briefly check-in with a grown-up before heading off again. They did one sport or pursued one hobby, but no structured activities or screen-time consumed their days. Plans, if any were made at all, were dreamed up on the fly and each warm day brought a new adventure or idea to try. Nothing, it seemed, was out of reach. This was my summer as a kid growi ....

Jul 19, 2021

School Board News

The August meeting of the North Royalton Board of Education took place on Monday, July 12. Several residents addressed the Board regarding Critical Race Theory and the values that are being taught to students. Another resident talked about having to tie in to the sewer system near the new elementary school. The Board approved the Comprehensive Continuous Improvement Plan grants for 2021-22 as listed. Title I-A Improving Basic Programs $351,614.59 Title II-A Support Effective Instruction $90,380.80 Title III Language Instruction for English Learners $ 21,282.42 Title IV-A Student Support ....

Jul 19, 2021

State of the City moves to a virtual format

Mayor Larry Antoskiewicz is releasing his 2021 State of the City address a bit differently this year. His presentation can be seen on the city’s website, www.northroyalton.org. He stated that “as many community members may have noticed, this is an unconventional format for this address, but, as we know too well, the past year has been anything but conventional. We all experienced a new way of doing things – working from home, socializing through Zoom, even grocery shopping online. But we endured and survived. Yes, 2020 was one for the history books, and I think everyone can agree, it’s ....

Jul 19, 2021