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Canton
Wednesday, April 16th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 16th of April.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ A 56-year-old motorcyclist, Periklis B. Giamourides, died after colliding with a car on the 900 block of 25th Street NW at about 12:27 p.m. on Monday—Canton police said the car driver was uninjured and is not suspected of being impaired. The Repository
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Residents in Canton can remove bats without a permit using bat exclusion— a safe method allowed from April 1 until May 15, even though all bat species are protected and four are endangered. Removal using glue traps, toxic chemicals, or sealing entry points while bats are still inside is illegal and extra permits will be needed after May 15. The Repository
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Stark County Children Services is asking voters to approve a replacement levy in the May 6 primary to cover rising child placement costs; the new 1.4 million dollar levy would raise taxes for a $100,000 home from $31 to $49 as costs nearly doubled since 2019 — a measure to support nearly 500 children in custody. On March 28, protesters gathered outside the Canton building to voice their concerns while officials stress that the funds will also help support kinship, emergency, and short-term placements. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Stark County high school track and field season bests were released through Saturday—the report shows top individual records and relay times in events like shot put, high jump, sprints, and more from several local schools. The measurements recorded to one-hundredth of a second set clear standards for this season. The Repository
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AlterNation 90s & 00s Rock Tribute
9 PM – 1 AM — Nathan's Patio Bar & Grill — Check for entry details — Rock out to nostalgic hits from the 90s and 00s with AlterNation's dynamic tribute performance.
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Free Community Easter Egg Hunt
10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m. — Perry High School — Free entry — Enjoy bounce houses, music, and an egg hunt featuring a visit from the Easter Bunny.
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Easter Sunday at The Twisted Olive
11 AM – 6 PM — The Twisted Olive — Reservations recommended — Enjoy a full dinner menu on Easter Sunday with a special feature menu.
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Spring Open House 2025
9 a.m. – 5 p.m. — Rohr & Sons Nursery-Garden Center — Free entry — Enjoy kids' activities, raffles, sales, and discounts in a vibrant community atmosphere.
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Stranger-Danger and Self-Defense Workshop
4-5:30 p.m. — The Open Space Martial Arts — Ticket required for kids — Empower your child with essential self-defense skills and safety awareness.
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IDN Foundation Course in Akron
8 a.m.-6 p.m. — Aultman North Canton Medical Group — Course Fee Applicable — Enhance your skills in Neurologic Dry Needling for Pain Management and Sports Rehabilitation.
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Bill Squire Stand-Up Comedy Night
8:00 – 9:30 PM — Canton Comedy Boom — $20 online / $25 at door — Enjoy a night of laughs with Bill Squire and friends featuring hilarious stand-up performances.
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Monthly Music Therapy Session
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Sensory Escape — $15.00 per child — Engage in a delightful blend of music therapy and open play for sensory enrichment.
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Moms & Momosas - April Mooeadow
11 a.m. — Painting with a Twist — Registration includes Momosa, fresh fruit and pastries — A creative class for moms to enjoy art and refreshments together.
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Open Mother's Day Celebration at The Twisted Olive
11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — The Twisted Olive — Reservations recommended — Celebrate Mother's Day with delicious food and a warm atmosphere.
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