2021 City Of Akron Capital Budget Outlines $414 Million Of Investments

In Neighborhood Streets, Parks, Housing, Safety Facilities, Water & Sewer Infrastructure

City Of Akron To Begin Roadway Work For Phase II Of Main Street Corridor Project On January 4

Starting Monday, January 4, 2021, the project will enter its next stage, which includes excavation and utility work in the roadway.

Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan Calls For Reopening Of Akron USPS Processing Facility

Statement of Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan Calling for the Immediate Reopening of the USPS Processing Facility in Akron

City Of Akron Offices Closed December 25 And January 1 In Observance Of Christmas Day And New Year’s Day

"Each year we provide this extra service to our residents after the holidays, many of whom have additional items to discard or recycle”

City Of Akron And Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition Reopen Towpath Trail From Mustill Store To Memorial Parkway

“Reopening this section of the Towpath Trail is a long-awaited milestone,” said Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan.

Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan & Summit County Executive Encourage Liquor Permit Holders To Apply For The Ohio Bar & Restaurant Assistance Fund

The Bar and Restaurant Assistance Fund is designed to assist Ohio’s on-premise liquor permit holders.

Mayor Horrigan Outlines Ongoing Community-Wide Campaign To Provide Over $1M In Financial Assistance To Thousands Of Akron Families In 2020

"These services will have long-term positive impacts. And robust help continues to be available to those who need it. "

Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan Issues Statement On Coronavirus

I am confident that this ordinance captured people’s attention and resulted in voluntary compliance by residents across our City.

Mayor Horrigan Introduces Plan To Hire 12 Police Officers Focused On Dramatically Enhancing Community Connections & Reducing Gun Violence

Today, Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan submitted legislation to accept grant funds to hire 12 new officers in the Akron Police Department.

Mayor Horrigan Issues Request For Proposals For Conservation Of Theiss Road Property

In August of this year, the City issued a request for proposals (RFP) for residential development of this site.

Mayor Horrigan Issues Statement Regarding Personal Experience With Coronavirus

“This fall, like many others in our community, I was tested for COVID-19 after experiencing qualifying symptoms."

Where To Find Christmas Trees In 2020 In The Akron Area

Many local Christmas tree farms are taking precautions amid the COVID-19 pandemic to ensure you and your family have a happy holiday.

City Of Akron Limits Private Gatherings To Prevent Continued Uncontrolled Spread Of COVID-19

Hospital, public health, and business leaders support measure to restrict large gatherings

Firestone Announces New General Manager and Director of Golf

Legendary Golf Club Welcomes Jay Walkinshaw and Tommy Moore

Mayor Horrigan Introduces Legislation To Limit Private Gatherings In The City Of Akron

The ordinance is being sponsored by Mayor Horrigan and Council President Margo Sommerville.

Ohio Connections Academy Recognizes Akron Student

Star Student Award recognizes students for achievement in and out of the virtual classroom

Akron Lock 3 Announces New Winter Programming For 2020

Today, Mayor Horrigan has announced new programming coming to Lock 3 this winter season.

Akron City Partners Unveil Age-Friendly Akron Needs Assessment

Today, the City of Akron Commission on Aging unveiled the Needs Assessment findings.

City Of Akron Offices Closed For Business On Wednesday, November 11th In Observance Of Veterans Day

All municipal offices will be closed on Wednesday, November 11, 2020 in observance of Veterans Day.

Mayor Dan Horrigan Announces Planned Retirement Of Akron Police Chief Ken Ball In Early 2021

“It has been an honor to serve the citizens of Akron for the past 29 years,” Chief Ken Ball said

Akron Voters Approve Six Amendments To City Of Akron Charter

Issues 2-7 make changes to Charter related to human resources, purchasing, Council procedures, and transparency of body-worn camera footage

Akron Waterways Renewed! Recognized With Gold Level Award From Ohio EPA

Akron staff attended the virtual award ceremony presented by Ohio EPA.

When winterizing your RV, don't forget your trailer tires

It's time to winterize your RV. Here are helpful tire care tips from Kenda's Americana Tire and Wheel to add to your winterization program.

WGU Ohio Honors Night Shift Nurses in Akron

Setting clocks back will add an extra hour on duty for workers on November 1

Akron: Fieldwork Continues For Northside Project In North Hill And Chapel Hill Neighborhoods

Data being gathered about basements, downspouts, and stormwater drains

Mayor Horrigan Announces Release Of 2020 Hey Akron Magazine

Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan is proud to release the 2020 Hey Akron Magazine.

Mayor Horrigan Dedicates Akron’s First Pickleball Courts At Waters Park

“Pickleball is easy to learn and gives players a chance to exercise while also being social,” said Mayor Horrigan.

Weekend Fun: Find A Pumpkin Patch Near Akron

Looking for a Akron-area pumpkin patch before Halloween? Check out the Patch list.

Akron Celebrates Completion Of Main Street Corridor Project With A Virtual Ribbon Cutting

In July 2018, the City embarked on Phase I of the Main St. reconstruction—a full improvement project from Cedar Street to Mill Street.

Seniors Can Navigate Medicare Options From Home

Free Online Webinars Offered by Pioneer Physicians Network

The City Of Akron And The Western Reserve Community Fund Launch The Akron Resiliency Fund For Small Businesses

"The COVID-19 pandemic has put a huge strain on individuals and businesses alike," said Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan.

Best Akron-Area Pumpkin Patches 2020

Pick out that pumpkin and enjoy the many fall attractions Akron-area pumpkin patches have to offer.

Akron: Collaborative Grant Supports Local Nonprofits

“Summit DD has seen many nonprofit disability partners in the community impacted by the effects of Coronavirus”

Date Night Package At Hilton Garden Inn Akron

Date Night Package *Overnight Accommodations $99.00 per night+tax

City Of Akron Offices Closed For Business On Monday, October 12th

All municipal offices will be closed on Monday, October 12, 2020 in observance of Italian-American Heritage and Culture Day.

Obituary: Mary M. Anderson

A lifelong Joliet resident passes away at the age of 97.

Mayor Horrigan Announces Update On Rubber Worker Statue And Commemorative Bricks

The City of Akron has announced plans to have the 12 ft. bronze Rubber Worker statue installed in November 2020. 

Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan Announces Final Pavement Work Is Complete For Main Street Phase I

Two-way traffic now open throughout entire route

Stewart’s Caring Place Moves Into New Home In Copley

Stewart’s Caring Place: Cancer Wellness Center has a brand new home at 3501 Ridge Park Drive in Copley off Cleveland-Massillon Rd near 77.

Akron To Celebrate “Trick Or Treat” On Saturday, October 31st From 5 Pm To 7 Pm

This year, the City of Akron’s annual Trick or Treat celebration will fall on the Halloween holiday which is Saturday, October 31, 2020.