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Friday, June 27th, 2025
Good morning, Canton. Here's your local news at a glance for Friday, the 27th of June.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ 1480 WHBC in Canton celebrated 100 years on today with a community party that marked its century of local radio impact. The station mixes a retro style with modern programming — showing its ongoing role in our community. The Repository
BUSINESS NEWS
- ➤ Consumers National Bank will open a full-service branch at Millennium Centre downtown Canton this fall and add about four jobs amid several bank closures—its new branch will include a lobby, night depository, and ATM to serve local residents and businesses. The Repository
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A former Stark County doctor from Canton, Yousif Abdulraouf Alhallaq (46) is under federal indictment for naturalization fraud for lying on his citizenship application about trying to poison his pregnant partner in December; he pleaded guilty in 2021, lost his medical license, and is set to be released from Lake Erie Correctional Institution (Aug. 15) while facing up to 10 more years in prison. FOX 8
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ City water officials announced Canton will demolish its 100-year-old underground Cromer Reservoir this fall and replace it with a new 7-million-gallon tank to improve water quality and pressure. The project will cost about $14 million, is funded through a 25-year loan from the Ohio Water Supply Revolving Loan Account, and is expected to be completed by December 2026 (serving roughly 41,000 water accounts). The Repository
- ➤ Canton Police Chief John Gabbard explained the Police in Parks program, saying officers will patrol local parks to respond to safety concerns + the initiative aims to boost community trust and improve police visibility. The Repository
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Step Into Autism Fundraiser
10 AM – 12 PM — William McKinley Memorial — Donations appreciated — Participate in a major fundraising event supporting autism programs in Northeast Ohio.
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Fourth of July Spectacular!
Independence Activities — Jul 3-7 — Canton / East Sparta KOA Holiday — Family fun with fireworks, an ice cream social, and a nighttime treasure hunt.
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Akron RubberDucks vs Flying Squirrels
6:35-10:35 p.m. — Canal Park — Tickets available — Catch the thrilling baseball showdown between the Akron RubberDucks and the Flying Squirrels.
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Foundation Elite Volleyball Camp
9 AM - 12 PM — Bull Dog Virtual Academy @ Timken — Cost not listed — Focused camp for beginners and intermediates to develop volleyball skills in a supportive environment.
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Elton John Tribute by Elton Rohn
7:30-9 p.m. — Plain Township Amphitheater — $10.00 - $165.00 — Experience an electrifying tribute to Elton John with live performances of all the hits.
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Downtown Canton Blues & BBQ Festival
5-9:30 p.m. — Centennial Plaza — Free entry — Savor delicious BBQ while enjoying great blues music in a vibrant downtown setting.
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Canton Summer Sizzle Craft & Vendor Market
11 a.m. – 8 p.m. & 11 a.m. – 6 p.m. — Belden Village Mall — Free entry — Celebrate summer with local vendors showcasing unique creations and seasonal goodies.
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Canal Fulton Community Band Concert
7-9 p.m. — Duncan Plaza Amphitheater — Free entry — Experience a delightful evening of music from talented local musicians in the Canal Fulton Community Concert Band.
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DJ's Rock N Roll Big Band
7-9 p.m. — Duncan Plaza Amphitheater — Free entry — Relive the nostalgia with classic hits from the 50s & 60s that will have you dancing and singing all night long.
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Dog Adoption & Wellness Fair
10 a.m-2 p.m. — Witwer Park — Free entry — Discover adorable adoptable pets and enjoy wellness resources from local rescues.
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