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May 12, 2010

by Eric Marotta Editor Republicans Gloria J. Rodgers of Stow, William Roemer of Richfield and Amy Schwan of Akron will face Democratic Summit County Council incumbents Pete Crossland, Jon Poda and Ilene Shapiro for the three... Read Story.

Voters OK Ohio jobs program, casino site

May 12, 2010

by Matt Leingang Associated Press Columbus -- Voters May 4 approved two statewide ballot issues: One renews a state program aimed at creating technology jobs and the other changes the site of a casino planned in... Read Story.

Comunale, LaRose to face off for Senate District 27

May 12, 2010

by Marsha McKenna Senior Editor Democrat Frank Comunale of Akron will face Republican Frank LaRose in November for election to the Ohio Senate as representative of the 27th District. According to final... Read Story.

Incumbent Williams to face Slaby in Ohio 41st District

May 12, 2010

by Eric Marotta Editor Incumbent Democrat Brian G. Williams will be challenged by Republican Lynn Slaby for the Ohio House of Representatives District 41 seat in November, after voters picked Slaby... Read Story.

Voters approve Akron-Summit library levy

May 12, 2010

by Eric Marotta Editor Voters were willing to keep paying to support the Akron-Summit County Library system May 4, when they voted overwhelmingly to approve Issue 16, a 1.4-mill replacement levy to fund the... Read Story.

Dems choose O'Neill for 14th District

May 12, 2010

by Emily Canning Dean Reporter Chagrin Falls resident Bill O'Neill will face off against incumbent Steven LaTourette (R-Bainbridge) and Willoughby Libertarian candidate John Jelenic in the U.S. House of... Read Story.

Voters agree to cut one seat from Council

November 4, 2009

Macedonia City Council will go from six to five members Jan. 1, 2014, after city voters approved all four issues facing them on the Nov. 3 ballot, according to final, but unofficial results from the Summit County Board of... Read Story.

It's Barker, Engle, Martin and Miller in Macedonia

November 3, 2009

Former Councilor Mike Miller will join incumbents David Engle, Ken Martin and Shane Barker on Macedonia City Council next year. Planning Commission member Ed Morris, who served one term on city Council in the 1980s, finished fifth in the race for four available... Read Story.

Selle over Apana for Village Council Ward A

November 3, 2009

There will be a new face on village Council, after voters selected Karyn Selle over former Councilman Mark Apana for the Ward A representative's... Read Story.

Barrett, Snell retain Sagamore Hills seats

November 3, 2009

Sagamore Hills incumbents Richard Barrett and Rose Mary Snell will have eight terms as Trustee between them, after voters picked them to return to office over challenger John... Read Story. 1 comment

Buescher, Sommer returned to Northfield Center Board

November 3, 2009

Northfield Center voters have given incumbent Trustees Paul Buescher and Brent Sommer a resounding victory over challenger Marc... Read Story. 1 comment

Summit County runs out of ballots

November 3, 2009

The Summit County Board of Elections had to get permission from the Secretary of State’s office around 5 p.m. to photocopy 19,000 more ballots after several locations were running low. Poll workers were told to call the Board on cell phones... Read Story.

Candidates vie for municipal judge, clerk of courts posts

October 28, 2009

Candidates vie for municipal judge, clerk of courts posts by Marsha McKenna Senior Editor Stow -- With the new Stow Municipal Courthouse close to winding up its first year, candidates are vying for the job of judge and clerk of courts. On the Nov. 3... Read Story.

Stow judge candidate receives endorsements

October 28, 2009

Stow judge candidate receives endorsements Fraternal Order of Police Lodge # 139, which represents Summit County's Sheriff's Deputies, and Ohio Attorney General Richard Cordray have recently endorsed Adam VanHo for judge of the Stow Municipal Court. ... Read Story.

Akron Bar Association rates candidates for Stow Municipal

October 28, 2009

Akron Bar Association rates candidates for Stow Municipal Court judge The Akron Bar Association Commission on Judicial Candidates has been established by the Akron Bar Association to evaluate persons, who are candidates for local judgeships. The... Read Story.

Zaccardelli challenges Barrett, Snell for Trustee spot

October 28, 2009

Zaccardelli challenges Barrett, Snell for Trustee spot by Jeff Saunders Reporter Sagamore Hills -- Depending on what voters decide Nov. 3, the township's Board of Trustees could have a new member. Incumbents Richard Barrett and Rose Mary Snell are being... Read Story.

Apana and Selle running for Ward A Village Council seat

October 28, 2009

Apana and Selle running for Ward A Village Council seat by Jeff Saunders Reporter Northfield Village-- With no incumbent running for Village Council's Ward A slot, two challengers are fighting to take the seat when the new four-year term begins Dec. 1. ... Read Story.

Pepera challenging Buescher and Sommer in township

October 28, 2009

Pepera challenging Buescher and Sommer in township by Jeff Saunders Reporter Northfield Center -- Two township Trustees are defending their positions against a challenge by a former Board member. Incumbents Paul Buescher and Brent Sommer are seeking... Read Story.

Five candidates running for four City Council seats

October 28, 2009

Five candidates running for four City Council seats by Jeff Saunders Reporter Macedonia -- With one member stepping aside, City Council will have a different look next year. Incumbents Shane Barker, Dave Engle and Ken Martin are being challenged on the... Read Story.

Macedonia voters to decide on city charter changes

October 28, 2009

Macedonia voters to decide on city charter changes by Jeff Saunders Reporter Macedonia -- Voters will have an opportunity to decide if changes are needed on how city government operates, including reducing both the number of city councilors and the... Read Story.

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