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 ....

SPRAGUE ROAD TO GET A FACE LIFT

By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer

The North Royalton City Council unanimously adopted legislation at their April 15 meeting that would allow the final leg of the Sprague Road project to proceed. The repaving of the final section of Sprague Road, just under two miles, from State Road to Broadview Road, had been put on hold last year.

The joint project pairs North Royalton with Parma and Broadview Heights, as well as Cuyahoga County. Initially, Parma was to complete a sewer project in that area in late August/early September. The repaving of the entire area in asphalt was th ....

SPRING BRINGS SEVERE WEATHER EMERGENCY POTENTIAL

By GLORIA PLEVA KACIK Contributing Writer

Severe weather in the form of tornadoes, hail and flash floods can very well be a part of Spring weather in this area. The North Royalton CERT wants to know if you are ready. “You may need to survive on your own after an emergency. This means having your own food, water, and other supplies in sufficient quantity to last for at least three days. Local officials and relief workers will be on the scene after a disaster, but they cannot reach everyone immediately. You could get help in hours, or it might take days. In addition, basic services such ....

NRHS MARCHING BAND MEMBERS STAR IN DISNEY PARADE

By SHERI STAFFORD Contributing Writer

Band members discovered the magic of Disney as they performed for an audience of park guests at the Magic Kingdom in Walt Disney World Resort, Florida during spring break, March 25 through March 29. Disney is home to plenty of stars, but the students shined as they marched down Main Street U.S.A. giving their best performance. Before the band headed to palm trees and sunshine, members attended mandatory practices to prepare. Their hard work paid off as they were in the spotlight of entertaining vacationers.

While on the trip, they also enjo ....

LOCAL FAMILY INVENTS BEHAVIOR BUDDY

By SHERI STAFFORD Contributing Writer

“Eat your supper, brush your teeth, and clean up your toys.” If you have children, these are words you have spoken countless times. Getting young children to behave well can be a challenge. But thanks to one local family, help is on the way. The Harrison family, mom Tania, dad James, their seven-year-old daughter Symonne, and the family’s best friend, Julie Vaccarelli, are bringing a new patent-pending product to life, “Bear on the ChairTM,” a year-round behavior buddy.

The cute and cuddly teddy bear comes with its own white chair ....