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Residents pedaling toward forming local chapter of Bike Cleveland

The wheels are turning for a group of residents interested in forming a local chapter of Bike Cleveland, an advocacy group promoting bicycling and safe transportation. Resident and cyclist Chris Brasdovich led a meeting last week at the North Royalton Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library to introduce his focus, exchange ideas with those gathered and discuss what it takes to sign on with Bike Cleveland. Since its formation in 2011, Bike Cleveland has worked to improve policy, infrastructure and legislation that makes roads more sustainable and equitable for people commuting with two wheels ....

Mar 10, 2020

New legislation reduces deer damage permit fee

The North Royalton City Council unanimously adopted legislation at their March 3 meeting which will cut the Municipal Deer Damage Control Permit fee in half. Previously, the fee was $150 and thought by many to be too high, prohibiting hunters to participate in the program. As in previous years, Police Chief Ken Bilinovich gave City Council an update on the 2019 deer season statistics at the January meeting of the Council Safety Committee. At that time, Ward 4 Councilman Jeremy Dietrich stated that he thought the cost of the hunting permit should be reduced. “They are doing a favor for t ....

Mar 10, 2020

Council passes 2020 $44 million budget

The North Royalton City Council adopted the city’s 2020 budget at their March 3 meeting. Although Council has until March 31 to adopt the city’s budget, City Council has, in the past few years, adopted it before year’s end. This year, however, since there is a new Mayor and a new Council President and most City Council members, it was pushed into 2020, so all the new members could discuss and decide. “It’s the first time Council did it on this timetable,” said Council President Paul Marnecheck. The measure was unanimously adopted. The 2020 budget has a total of just over $43,9 ....

Mar 10, 2020

City to join State in Stake Against Opioid Lawsuit

City Council unanimously adopted legislation at its March 3 meeting that would join the State of Ohio to seek restitution for the opioid problem. The legislation states the city, state “and its communities have been significantly harmed by misfeasance, nonfeasance and malfeasance committed by certain entities within the Opioid Pharmaceutical Supply Chain; and the State of Ohio, through its Attorney General, and certain Local Governments, through their elected representatives and counsel, are separately engaged in litigation seeking to hold Opioid Pharmaceutical Supply Chain Participants a ....

Mar 10, 2020

Closing of Carrie Cerino’s is a shock for city, neighboring suburbs

It’s been nearly a month since one of North Royalton’s oldest and most treasured family-owned restaurants closed its doors, and the community is still adjusting to the change. Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante & Party Center, a long-cherished Italian eatery, nightclub and banquet center located on Ridge Road, unexpectedly shuttered Feb. 18 without any warning, other than a post on its Facebook page Feb. 19 that stated: “After sharing in the memories of many family events for over 57 years, Carrie Cerino’s Ristorante & Party Center will be closed effective February 18, 2020. Unfortunately ....

Mar 10, 2020

NR City Schools’ Bus Driver Bruce Abbott Named Ohio Bus Driver of the Year

Bruce Abbott, a bus driver for North Royalton City Schools, has been named the Ohio Bus Driver of the Year. The George Sontag Jr. Ohio Bus Driver of the Year Award recognizes bus drivers who exhibit outstanding leadership and professional conduct in the school transportation field, both in the district they represent as well as in the State of Ohio. “We are very proud of Bruce and congratulate him on this honor,” said Superintendent Greg Gurka, North Royalton City Schools. “He is a wonderful representation of all the outstanding people who work in our transportation department.” Bru ....

Mar 10, 2020

Berny Claridge is a centenarian

A little child holds up two or three fingers to proudly say, “I’m these many.” Youngsters look forward to their birthdays that mark the time of their lives; five years, then double digits at ten, teen years, 21, 40s, and 50s all seem to just rush by. Miles stone birthdays are notable celebrations with family and best friends, especially if you celebrate your 100th birthday. That’s a lot of candles to blow out. Berny Claridge, a petite little lady with quick wit and laughing eyes, celebrated her 100th birthday. Her five children and their spouses, twelve grandchildren, nine great-g ....

Mar 10, 2020

NRHS Alumna Mariah Burks to lead Antigone at Cleveland Play House

Bold Interpretation of Ancient Classic Comes to the Outcalt Theatre March 2020 Cleveland Play House (CPH) Artistic Director Laura Kepley has announced the casting of Cleveland native Mariah Burks in the title role of the timeless Greek tragedy Antigone. Staged in the intimate Outcalt Theatre March 28 through April 19, 2020, this contemporary translation is freely adapted by playwright Emily Mann from the classic play by Sophocles. Antigone is generously supported by Presenting Sponsor, DLR Group | Westlake Reed Leskosky. Mariah Burks, as third grader in Cleveland ....

Mar 10, 2020

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Huntington Bank at North Royalton Giant Eagle is robbed
At about 3:15 p.m. on Wednesday, February 19, North Royalton Police were called to the Huntington Bank, located inside the North Royalton Giant Eagle, where a robbery was reported. According to North Royalton Police Detective, David Loeding, the suspect displayed a note to the teller, which read “give me all the money. If you do anything, I’ll shoot you.” The teller then handed over an undisclosed amount of cash. The robber then reportedly said “don’t call anyone, don’t do anything. If you do, I’ll come back and shoot.” He then fled the bank and Giant Eagle, getting into ....

Feb 25, 2020

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The Bears Are Suburban League National Conference Boys Basketball Champions
The North Royalton Boys Basketball team had set Goal Number One when their off-season workouts took place during the summer months. The Goal: To win the Suburban League National Conference Championship. On February 14, the team was able to say “Mission Accomplished!” In front of a packed house at the Herman L. Joy Gymnasium, the Bears defeated Brecksville-Broadview Heights 58-45 to wrap up the title. Senior Jordan Garland and junior Omar Abuhamdeh led the Bears in scoring with 14 points apiece and senior Daylin Riley added 13. North Royalton used the same script they had all season i ....

Feb 25, 2020

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