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Motorcycle sharing services are the next wave of peer-to-peer rentals, making it possible for those who don’t own their own bikes to enjoy the unique thrill of riding a motorcycle.

While many parents may go to great lengths to ensure their youngsters’ Halloween treats offer at least a little nutritional value, the bulk of costumed kids’ hauls still tends to be candy.

Barberton’s football team didn’t waste any time in their playoff opener against Lakewood, as they scored on their first six drives en route to a 49-0 win. Junior quarterback Chanden Lee completed eight-of-10 passes for 133 yards and three touchdowns. He threw two to Derrick Vaughn (three catches, 74 yards) and one to Charlie Hornacek…

The playoff football games tonight will be live streamed for those who can’t attend the games. Barberton’s game versus Lakewood at home can be streamed on the Barberton High School Facebook page or the Barberton A Live Youtube channel at https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=uT45vn9DxCk. Norton’s home game versus Sandusky can be watched on the Norton Panthers Football Youtube channel…

AKRON – The following construction projects are anticipated to affect highways in Summit County the week of Oct. 12, weather permitting.

Abdullah Jaber, also known as Anthony, pleaded guilty Oct. 7 in the U.S. District Court for the Northern District of Ohio to a five federal charges.

Girl Scout Troop 91281 completed their “Take Action” project, a community service project that continues to give back after the project is completed, by creating a Little Free Library outside of Norton Primary School.

Barberton Police and Fire were called and worked to talk the man down. The man finally came down off of the ledge about 12:20 p.m.

The reconfiguration of I-76/Wooster Rd./State St. interchange will begin. The project also includes widening of I-76 between Summit Road and 27th St.

Barberton’s football team had a four-game winning streak versus Highland broken, as the Hornets improved to 3-2 with a 31-16 victory. After Highland opened the scoring in the second quarter Kaige Lowe fielded the kickoff and took it all the way for a touchdown. That was the only Magics’ score until there were two minutes…