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Akron, Ohio is located in Summit County. Zip codes in Akron, OH include 44306, 44320, and 44314. More Akron information.

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7 hrs ago | NBC24.com

Ohioan gets 22 years for killing mother, brother

An Ohio man has been sentenced to 22 years to life for killing his mother and brother found buried behind their burned-out home near Akron.

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12 hrs ago | Akron Beacon Journal

Poor machine maintenance blamed for fire at Akron business

A fire Thursday that caused about $20,000 damage to the contents of a local business was due to poor maintenance of the machine where the fire originated, authorities said.

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16 hrs ago | SpotCrime

From http://spotcrime.com - Arrest - 7XX West Market Street, Akron, Oh

JoAnn Colbert, 56, and Ivan Richardson, 59, both of West Market Street, were arrested and charged with drug abuse and drug trafficking.

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20 hrs ago | Akron Beacon Journal

Man found dead in North Akron home is identified

Akron police and the Summit County Medical Examiner's Office have identified the man whose body was found in a North Akron home Thursday afternoon.

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Yesterday | Malcolm X Abram

Cleveland R&B vocalist to make Akron debut

Conya Doss is a musical multitasker. The Cleveland-born and bred singer/songwriter, who will be performing at the Keepers Lounge at the Stage Door of E.J. Thomas Hall Saturday, has been on the proverbial grind for four albums.

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Thu Nov 19, 2009

Local Breaking News

Burglary reports from Akron police - Nov. 19

Here are the burglary reports released today by the Akron Police Department. Anyone with information on the cases is asked to call Akron police detectives at 330-375-2490. Anonymous tips can be made at http://ci.akron.oh.us/ASP/tip.html . 800 block of Aberdeen Street.

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WHLO-AM Akron

Akron School Board Approves Buchtel High School Upgrades

The Akron School Board has approved a plan to upgrade facilities at Buchtel High School even though it means elimination of a practice field.

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Wed Nov 18, 2009

WKYC

Akron H1n1 Vaccine Clinics: Friday & Saturday

Two H1n1 vaccine clinics will be held this weekend. Both clinics will be held at the Forest Hill Community Learning Center, located at 850 Damon Street in northeast Akron.

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Tue Nov 17, 2009

Local News

Akron family jumps to safety

The escape plan was devised in a matter of seconds as fire and smoke raced through their Akron home early Tuesday.

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WHLO-AM Akron

Akron Family Hospitalized After Fire Destroys Home

An Akron family was taken to the hospital this morning after a fire destroyed their home on Noah Avenue.

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The Plain Dealer

Akron woman chases robbers and grabs their car's temp tag

Police and deputy marshals arrested a 20-year-old Akron man who has been on the run since July.

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Mon Nov 16, 2009

WOIO

Need 4 Speed: Akron Puts the Pedal To the Metal On I-77

Good news for Akron lead foot drivers. Part of I-77 will be flowing at a faster clip.

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Akron Beacon Journal

Suspect arrested in downtown Akron stabbing

Police arrested a man Friday night for allegedly stabbing another man in downtown Akron near the Cascade Plaza.

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Lifestyle

Hobo union picks Akron for national convention

Akron's Millionaires Row was looking a little ragged. Once a boulevard of fabulous mansions, East Market Street had lost its allure by the early 20th century.

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Sun Nov 15, 2009

Examiner.com

Santa arrives in Akron area mall this Saturday

It's beginning to look a lot like Christmas. Maybe not everywhere you go but certainly at Chapel Hill Mall.

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WEWS

Akron Residents Plagued By Leaf Pile Fires

Investigators in Akron are trying to figure out who's responsible for setting a series of leaf fires in the city.

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WHLO-AM Akron

Akron Man Gets Nine Years for Meth Lab

An Akron man will spend 9 years in prison for making meth in his basement. Michael Hendricks was convicted by a jury last month and was sentenced yesterday.

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Sat Nov 14, 2009

Examiner.com

Cindy McCain joins Senate candidate LaRose in Akron

Cindy McCain, wife of Senator John McCain, will be in Akron on Monday November 16.

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Akron Beacon Journal

Akron mayor defends firefighter layoffs

Akron Mayor Don Plusquellic was in the hot seat this morning, defending the city's decision to lay off 38 firefighters to help address a budget shortfall.

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Entertainment

Akron gala celebrates artistic talent

Celebrating the talented people who help bring artistic understanding, culture and excitement to our lives, the Akron Area Arts Alliance recognizes the 2009 Arts Alive! Award winners at the 5th Gala Community Arts Award Celebration starting at 5 p.m. Sunday at the Portage Country Club, 240 N. Portage Path, Akron.

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