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Amish Family’s Outing Ends In Heartbreak: Father and 4-Year-Old Found Dead After Golf Cart Incident
A weekend outing turned into a heartbreaking tragedy for a family from Holmes County, Ohio. Authorities reported that a 4-year-old boy and his 45-year-old father died after a series of bizarre and tragic events linked to what Tuscarawas County Sheriff Orvis L. Campbell described as a mental health crisis involving the boy’s mother. This devastating…
Read MoreGunfire Erupts at Washington Square: A 77-Year-Old Man Arrested
On the night of August 23, North Canton experienced a chaotic incident that left the community alert and concerned. A 77-year-old man from Canton was arrested following reports of gunfire near a restaurant at Washington Square. This alarming event prompted multiple calls to 911, with witnesses reporting shots fired shortly before 10 p.m. According…
Read MoreBeware of Scammers: Summit County Sherriff’s Office Issues Warning on Impersonation Calls
In an alarming trend, the Summit County Sheriff’s Office in Ohio has issued a warning to residents regarding a rise in scams involving individuals impersonating law enforcement officials. These scammers are not only using the names of actual sheriff’s office employees to sound credible, but they are also utilizing a technique known as “spoofing” to…
Read MoreLife Sentence for Canton Township Bar Shooter
In a heart-wrenching case that has shocked the Canton Township community, Samuel D. Shank, a 26-year-old man, was sentenced to life in prison after fatally shooting 75-year-old Vietnam War veteran Phillip L. Harris. This violent altercation took place at the Old Landmark Tavern on March 24, and it left lasting scars on both the victims…
Read MoreCanton Woman Sentenced to 18 Months in Jail for Assaulting an 11-Year-Old at Park
In a troubling case that has drawn attention in Canton, Ohio, 19-year-old Destany Scott was recently sentenced to 18 months in prison following her guilty plea to aggravated assault. This sentence stems from a shocking incident in which Scott was accused of violently assaulting an 11-year-old girl at Stark-Wayne Schrader Park in April 2023. The…
Read MorePlain Township Trustees Approve Renewal Levy for November Ballot
On August 1, 2025, Plain Township trustees convened a special meeting to address a crucial matter concerning the township’s public safety funding. The board approved placing a five-year renewal of a 4.25-mill policy levy on the upcoming November 4 ballot. This decision comes as a response to a recent change in state law that mandates…
Read MoreOperation Unsportsmanlike Conduct: A Stark County Child Sex Sting Results in Seven Arrests
In a significant law enforcement initiative aimed at curbing child exploitation, seven men were arrested during a two-day undercover operation in Stark County, Ohio. Dubbed “Operation Unsportsmanlike Conduct,” this operation was executed from July 31 to August 1, 2025, and focused on apprehending individuals allegedly intending to engage in sexual activities with minors. The collaborative…
Read MoreMatthew Storia Sworn In as North Canton’s 25th Mayor
On July 25, 2025, Matthew Stroia officially became the 25th mayor of North Canton, a city that has seen leadership shift since its incorporation as the village of New Berlin in 1905. The swearing-in ceremony, held at City Hall, marked a significant milestone not only for Stroia but for the community he has deep roots…
Read MoreMajor Renovation Project Gets Final Approval for Stark County Jail
In a significant move for Stark County, commissioners have granted final approval for a $66.5 million renovation of the county jail, marking it the largest public works project in the county’s history. This critical overhaul comes amidst growing concerns regarding inmate welfare, facility conditions, and public safety, and aims to modernize an aging facility to…
Read MoreTragic Discovery in Canton: Body Found in Makeshift Shelter
On July 14, 2025, an unsettling discovery shocked the Canton community when the body of a Black male was found inside a makeshift living space within a storage container behind a business on Tuscarawas Street W. The Canton Police Department is actively investigating the circumstances surrounding this tragic incident, which raises pressing questions about homelessness,…
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