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Canton
Monday, May 11th, 2026
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 11th of May.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Executive director Ashley Natale leads The Children’s Toy Fund in Perry Township by delivering toys to hospitalized children, with her organization having provided 20,828 toys across Northeast Ohio last year. The initiative (started in the early 1990s for Akron Children’s Hospital patients) continues to brighten hospital stays locally. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ The Better Business Bureau warned that consumers booking travel online through unofficial sites faced extra charges and canceled flights after a scam was reported yesterday in Canton. Residents are urged to verify booking sites & use secure payment methods before purchasing tickets. The Repository
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Sue Grabowski, chair of the ArtsinStark Campaign for the Arts, said yesterday — May 10 — that local programs such as SmARTs and Alpha Romeo Tango boosted creativity and helped veterans heal, while vibrant arts efforts bolstered the local economy and community spirit. The Repository
- ➤ Researcher Yiorgo Topalidis is mapping Canton’s Ottoman Greek migration using data from Flagler College and plans to return in 2027 to expand his study. His work highlights the community that built Holy Trinity Greek Orthodox Church in 1917. The Repository
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Malone University appointed Rachel Hunka as its new campus pastor on May 10 — President Gregory Miller noted her extensive experience in campus ministry — to strengthen the school’s spiritual leadership. The Repository
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Flea and tick season is approaching and local pet owners can choose from collars, spot-on treatments, oral medications, shampoos, natural remedies, and home treatments (check with your vet to select the best option) to protect their pets from allergies and diseases. The Repository
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Browns will host the fifth annual girls high school flag football tournament today at Infocision Stadium in Akron, featuring 16 teams competing for spots in the state championship in Canton on May 16. Gates open at 4 p.m., and play starts at 5. The Repository
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North Canton Garden Club Perennial Plant Sale
1-5 p.m. — Price Park — Free entry — Browse a variety of perennial plants perfect for enhancing your home garden.
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Learn Mahjong Workshop
12-3 p.m. — Lost Trail Winery and Vineyard — Food and wine available for purchase — Master the art of Mahjong with expert guidance from Mary Murphy.
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Junie B. Jones JR Musical
3:30-5:30 p.m. — Stage Door Studios — $10.00 — Step into the cheerful world of Junie B. Jones and her first-grade adventures with friends.
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Matilda Pablo Live at 410 Lounge
7:30-10 p.m. — 410 Lounge — No cover charge — Enjoy an evening of live music as Matilda Pablo performs at the 410 Lounge in Canton, Ohio.
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Comedian Ryan O'Flanagan Live
8-10 p.m. — The Auricle - Venue & Bar — $3 surcharge for under 21 — Enjoy a night of laughs with Ryan O'Flanagan, a celebrated comedian and actor.
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Centennial Plaza Movie Series
7-9 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Enjoy family-friendly outdoor movies every Wednesday evening this summer in downtown Canton.
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Speed Puzzling Challenge
2-4 p.m. — Books-A-Million — Free entry — Race against the clock and friends in a fun-filled puzzle challenge.
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Smoov's Usher vs Chris Brown Brunch
12-4 p.m. — The Dawg House on 30th — Ticket purchase required — Enjoy a vibrant brunch with classic R&B hits and a chance to win concert tickets.
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