Holiday food distribution available for low income households The Partnership North Royalton Holiday Food Distribution (Royal Redeemer/St. Albert/City of North Royalton), will once again work together to provide holiday food boxes to our needy residents. To apply for a Holiday Food Box you must complete an application. Appointments are necessary and will be accepted through Friday, November 1, 2019. If you participated in a food box program in the past, you will still need to re-qualify. If you think you may be eligible, please call the North Royalton Office on Aging to make a pre-certifica ....

Blue Ribbon St. Albert the Great School always aiming to be greater

In his State of the School address, Saint Albert the Great Principal Ed Vittardi noted how the Wallings Road parochial school will not stay great but aim to always be greater. It’s a play on words that very much rings true for the twice recognized Blue Ribbon National School of Excellence that continues its position as one of very few schools within the Catholic Diocese of Cleveland to show growth at more than 99 percent capacity. The average Catholic school in the diocese has approximately 279 students, Vittardi noted, whereas this academic year kicked off with 914 enrolled students at Sai ....

Monthly produce market will continue through winter with new location and time

On the heels of a successful inaugural season, the North Royalton Produce Market will continue indoors through the winter months, said Denise Bobulsky, service/volunteer coordinator for Saint Albert the Great Parish. The monthly market, distributing seasonal fruits, vegetables and other items such as milk and bread to low-income qualifying individuals, is a cooperative effort of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, Saint Albert the Great, Royal Redeemer Lutheran Church, the City of North Royalton, Abundant Life Community Church and additional churches. Its new winter home will be inside Abundan ....

Brace yourself: We’ve officially entered flu season

There’s a scene in the satirical comedy, “The Devil Wears Prada,” in which office snob and fashionista Emily remarks that she’s “just one stomach flu away” from her goal weight. Cheers for this silver-lining observation that connects getting the flu as a great way to quickly shed pounds, but all jokes aside, the flu is no laughing matter. The flu affects millions of families across the country each year and its likely to affect millions more again as we officially enter flu season, that cringe-worthy time of year that makes parents run for cover, cancel fun family plans and head t ....

Royalton Players heading back to Hogwarts School Oct. 25 for Harry Potter Murder Mystery event

The Royalton Players is heading to Hogwarts School of Witchcraft and Wizardry as tickets are now on sale to the Harry Potter Murder Mystery, which will be held October 25 at Carrie Cerino’s Restaurant in North Royalton. The event is scheduled to begin at 7 pm, in the restaurant’s ballroom. “Because of the popularity of our two previous Harry Potter murder mysteries, we are heading back to Hogwarts to solve another crime,” said Chuck Poliafico, writer and director of the show, who also serves as president of the Royalton Players. “This time around, it is Harry Potter’s best frien ....

ELECTION GUIDE: Learn about candidates vying for your vote on November 5

Voting has begun for the November 5th Election. Residents will be heading to the polls or voting by mail for a new mayor, president of council, council, and school board. The Recorder has asked all candidates running for city government and school board to let our readers know what expertise and experience make them the qualified candidate for the seat they are seeking. We also asked what they will bring to the office they are seeking that will make North Royalton a better place to live and educate our children. We hope the information provide in this Election Guide will help you make an i ....

Kiwanis Club disbands after 70 years of service

The North Royalton Kiwanis Club voted to disband on Tuesday, September 3. The Club has served this community for close to 70 years and is well known for their annual Easter Egg Hunt for the community’s children. They also sponsored the North Royalton High School Key Club. The official date of disbandment is September 30, as the club will decide the distribution of the remaining funds. The lack of new members, with an organization that is aging out, is the main reason behind the end of this club. “We have membership declining over the years and the active members were not able to take ....

School Board News

The September meeting of the North Royalton Board of Education took place on September 9. The following presentations were made: Albion Elementary: The Board recognized second grader, Carter Gaydemski, who was selected to be a student speaker at the North Royalton Elementary Groundbreaking Ceremony on August 30. Royal View: The Board recognized third grader, Leah Gibson, who was selected to be a student speaker at the North Royalton Elementary Groundbreaking Ceremony on August 30. Valley Vista: The Board recognized second grader, Nathan Olman, who was selected to be a student speaker ....

Putting her best face forward: The clock is ticking for resident competing in national make-up contest

There are just hours left to cast your winning vote for 22-year-old North Royalton resident and NRHS grad Carrie Esser, whose jaw-dropping talents with a make-up palette have earned her a spot in the Top 5 of the NYX Professional Make-up Face Awards. Esser is competing for the national title of “2019 Artist of the Year” with a grand prize of $50,000 and an all-expense paid trip to Los Angeles. With a theme of “Wonderland After Dark,” Esser’s final challenge has her creating an artistic new look and a tutorial video. Internet users can view her submission now and cast their vote at f ....

Annual Blessing of the Pets set for Sunday, Oct. 6

“In almost everything we do at Saint Albert, we try to introduce faith into every aspect of peoples’ lives,” said Pastor Edward Estok. The upcoming Pet Blessing set for Oct. 6 on the front lawn of Saint Albert the Great School does just that and more, offering pet owners an opportunity to connect in faith and community and extend their religious life onto their beloved companions. The annual event, held in honor of the Feast Day of Saint Francis, whom Catholics recognize as the patron saint of animals and pets, will begin at 2 p.m. and include short prayers, worship, song and blessing ....