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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. ....

Aug 7, 2018

St. Albert El Salvador Mission marks 20th year of service

Next year, 2019, will mark the 20th anniversary of the Saint Albert the Great El Salvador Mission, a group comprised of parishioners and friends who make annual philanthropic trips to the impoverished, remote Central American nation. Dates have been set for the mission’s next projects, which include on-site medical screenings and water purification efforts. The El Salvador Mission constructed its first community well in early 2000 and has since installed water purification systems at several local schools. “Some of the children walk upwards of 90 minutes to get to school,” said Mission ....

Aug 7, 2018

Pet Carnival brings joy to pets and their owners

Everyone has a story – and that includes our family pets. For those gathered July 29 for the 13th Annual Pet Carnival hosted by the North Royalton Animal Hospital and Paws At Play Resort and Daycare, those stories brought the City Green to life as hundreds of pet owners and their furry friends walked the grassy grounds visiting vendors, participating in activities and enjoying the warm, sunny weather. “She gave me life,” said Brendalee Salk of her 1-year-old Teacup Chihuahua, Miss Prissy, dressed in a ship anchor bandana. “She gives unconditional love.” Salk, a resident o ....

Aug 7, 2018

Bicentennial time capsule to be buried in October

Efforts to unearth a time capsule buried 50 years ago as part of the city’s sesquicentennial celebration have come to a halt. The time capsule, buried Sept. 23, 1969, at the G.A.R. Soldiers Monument in North Royalton Cemetery, was reportedly moved to a new location due to land restrictions set by the V.F.W., the owner of the burial site, which was unknown by city officials at the time of the capsule’s burial, according to an article in the Royalton Recorder dated Oct. 23, 1969. However, no record was kept as to the time capsule’s new location and officials haven’t come across any arc ....

Aug 7, 2018

Council eyes placing removal of term limits on ballot

When it comes to limiting the number of terms a political position may serve, does it ensure that corruption will not take place, or by doing so, do the voters give up the opportunity to vote on a candidate they feel most qualified? Therein lies the question. North Royalton Council will be voting in September whether to pose the question to North Royalton voters. Legislation was introduced at the July 17 City Council meeting that could place the question of removing the term limits on the positions of Mayor, Council President and City Council members. If this legislation is approved, the ques ....

Jul 23, 2018

The end of an era – Low participation forces cancellation of Festival Pageant

They say that all good things come to an end. For the North Royalton Festival Pageant, that is true, unfortunately. The Festival Pageant did not draw enough contestants to fill the court, and the difficult decision was made to suspend the event. For many years the beauty pageant was a vibrant event that drew dozens of young ladies and little boys to vie for the title of Miss, Princess, Sweetheart, Little Miss and Little Prince North Royalton. It was an exciting time, getting ready for the big day, appearing on stage and talking with the judges in hopes they would be chosen for their respectiv ....

Jul 23, 2018

JOA Picnic in the Park brings folks together for a good cause

The community has a lot of love for John Owen Dumm, a 14-year-old North Royalton teenager diagnosed in 2008 with Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy, a fatal disease characterized by progressive muscle degeneration and weakness. Over the years, his story has garnered the support of thousands throughout northeast Ohio and this summer’s 11th annual “Picnic in the Park” event at German Central in Parma was no different. More than 1,000 guests attended the July 14 event, which aims to “Derail Duchenne Muscular Dystrophy” through raffles, children’s games and contests, bingo and sideboards, a ....

Jul 23, 2018

Bring your furry friends to the Pet Carnival this Sunday

Let the 200th Birthday festivities begin! The North Royalton Animal Hospital and Paws At Play Resort and Daycare will once again host its annual Pet Carnival on the City Green from 1 to 4 p.m. July 29. The event, which coincides with the citywide Sidewalk Sale encouraging local shopping, will officially kick off the community’s bicentennial celebration. The 13th annual Pet Carnival embraces all-things pet, especially canines, with more than 20 vendor tables, special appearances, family activities and refreshments. Started by North Royalton Animal Hospital Director Adam Hechko and his team, ....

Jul 23, 2018

School levy set for November ballot

A second resolution was adopted at the North Royalton Board of Education’s July 9 regular meeting to place a resolution declaring it necessary to submit a levy to consolidate the district’s three emergency operating levies in excess of the ten-mill limitation on the November 6, 2018, ballot. “In order to place an issue on the November ballot, two resolutions must be approved by the Board of Education,” according to school officials. “The first is a resolution authorizing the treasurer to certify the millage with the Cuyahoga County Fiscal Officer. The second is a resolution to place ....

Jul 23, 2018

Citywide Sidewalk Sale kicks off bicentennial celebration

The Royalton Recorder is kicking off the bicentennial celebration by sponsoring a two-day Business Sidewalk Sale event on July 28 and 29. Local businesses throughout the community will be open for visiting customers. A number of businesses will be holding outdoor tent sales and special promotions all in honor of promoting local commerce, while others will invite you inside their establishments to view their offerings. All will be celebrating this special milestone year. The businesses taking part in the bicentennial sidewalk sale are listed here, along with their hours of operation. Plea ....

Jul 23, 2018