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A variety of concerns drive opposition to proposed development at Pearl & Memphis
PHOTO COURTESY OF THE HISTORICAL SOCIETY OF OLD BROOKLYN The Independent Order of Odd Fellows building at 3409 “Short” Broadview Rd. was built in 1913 and owned by the Odd Fellows until 1958. Since then, ownership has passed to several different entrepreneurs. At the time that the South Brooklyn Commercial District was established with the…
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American Lung Association gives Cuyahoga County and Cleveland failing grades for air quality
The American Lung Association released its 2025 State of the Air Report Cards for cities and counties in the United States. The report looked at high ozone days, 24-hour particle pollution and annual average rates of particle pollution. Cuyahoga County and the Cleveland-Akron-Canton metropolitan area received a failing grade in all three categories. The…
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NOACA issues 2024 Air Quality trends report
The Northeast Ohio Areawide Coordinating Agency (NOACA) has issued its 2024 Air Quality Trends Report for the Northeast Ohio region. The report summarizes regional air quality data and analyzes greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions. The 2024 report presents information on air quality trends in Ashtabula, Cuyahoga, Geauga, Lake, Lorain, Medina, Portage, and Summit counties for the…
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Old Brooklyn Tree Stewards reach out to new and longtime residents
by Greg Cznadel This year the Old Brooklyn Tree Stewards will once again be at Pedal for Prizes, OB Streetfest, and the Farmer’s Market. But this year we will be sharing our love of trees with the community in new ways. Hope Fierro, Community Engagement Manager at Old Brooklyn CDC and originator…
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Easter egg hunt at Roberto Clemente Park (photos)
PHOTO BY CHUCK HOVEN Saturday, April 5, 2025; Walmart sponsored Easter Egg Hunt, Roberto Clemente Park, 2690 Seymour Avenue: August, age 4, is fully engaged in making bubbles. PHOTO BY CHUCK HOVEN Saturday, April 5, 2025; Walmart sponsored Easter Egg Hunt, Roberto Clemente Park, 2690 Seymour Avenue: Quetziali, age 5 months, receives a visit from…
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Palestinian group applauds county’s freezing of Israel Bond investments
(Plain Press April 2025) The Cleveland Palestine Advocacy Community (CPAC) celebrates Cuyahoga County’s decision to end its bond investments, including $3 million in Israel Bonds, a move that redirects these funds back for the county’s needs. This decision, announced on February 21, 2025, marks a step toward responsible financial policy and a rejection of…
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Benjamin Franklin School students celebrate Black History Month with vocal and musical production
PHOTO BY GREG CZNADEL Wednesday, February 26, 2025; Vocal and musical production in celebration of Black History Month, Benjamin Franklin School, 1905 Spring Road: Seventh grade student Jeanette sings Hit the Road Jack. by Greg Cznadel (Plain Press April 2025) I had a wonderful opportunity to celebrate Black History Month on February 26th. …
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April 2025 community board
ARTS CREATIVE AGING CERAMICS WORKSHOP: Teaching artist Mark Yasenchak will lead a free 10-week Creative Aging Ceramics workshop series Tuesdays from 10 am to 11:30 am starting April 8 at the Eastman Branch of the Cleveland Public Library (11602 Lorain Ave). Activities will include handbuilding, tile-making, storytelling through clay, and mastering the art of glazing.…
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City Record offers descriptions of new Cleveland City Council wards
GRAPHIC COURTESY OF CLEVELAND CITY COUNCIL At its January 6, 2025, meeting, Cleveland City Council voted 14-2 to adopt a new Cleveland Ward Plan represented in this map. As required by Cleveland’s City Charter, because of reduced population count in the 2020 census, City Council reduced the number of wards from 17 to 15. The…
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