Ohio's 48th House District Race is Finalized

November's race among Kirk Schuring, John Deagan and Amanda Trump is set

Ohio's Primary Election is Tuesday

Be sure to check in with North Canton Patch all day and into the evening for all the latest local election news and information

Walsh University Announces Participation in Intelligent Community Forum

The North Canton university will be the first ICF Institute in the area of education

Council Quick Takes: North Canton's 2012 Budget Approved

North Canton City Council approved the $47 million budget at Monday night's meeting

On the Agenda: Fire Chief to Push for Fire, EMS Levies Tonight

Fire Chief John Bacon told North Canton Patch last week he will address Council once more about the levies, which will appear on the March 6 ballot

Three Candidates Vie For Ohio's 48th House District

On the March 6 ballot for North Canton voters are Amanda Trump, John M. Deagan and incumbent Kirk Schuring

Here's Who is Running for Office in Stark County March 6

Find what seats are up for election in the primary March 6

On the Agenda: School Board to Discuss Purchase of 'Everyday Math' Textbooks

The North Canton City Schools Board of Education will meet at 6 p.m. tonight in the Hoover High Media Center to discuss the textbooks and how the switch to "everyday mathematics" will affect students' schedules

On the Agenda: Council to Discuss 2012 Budget

Interested in what's happening at North Canton City Council tonight? Take a look at the agenda and let us know what you want to hear more about.

A Dozen Income Tax Scams to Watch Out For

IRS warns of phishing, identity theft and other frauds

School Board Quick Takes: Board Approves Nine Retirements

The retirements include eight teachers and a reading specialist

School Board Members Oppose Administrative Staffing Changes

North Canton Board of Education members expressed some differing opinions Wednesday about an elementary principal's move to instructional supervisor

Hoover High Principal: Upcoming Drug Search to Target Students' Cars

The building underwent a lockdown and drug sweep in January, and Hoover High Principal Tony Pallija says the school also will see a search of students’ cars in the spring

On the Agenda: Principal to Discuss Hoover High Drug Sweep at School Board Meeting

Principal Tony Pallija will talk about the Jan. 25 K-9 assisted drug search at Hoover High at tonight's North Canton City School District Board of Education meeting

City Council Quick Takes: Council to Examine City's Master Plan

Councilman Mark Cerreta suggested city officials take a look at the city's Master Plan, which serves as a roadmap for business and developmental growth

On the Agenda: City Council to Discuss SWAP Committee Duties

Council members and residents locked horns last month over the Source Water Assessment and Protection Committee and what its duties should be

City Council Quick Takes: Disaster Relief Fund Committee to Form

Councilman Mark Cerreta said at Monday's council meeting that the committee should consist of three members who will decide how funds are distributed

On the Agenda: Disaster Relief Fund Committee

The committee sent out disaster relief fund information in residents' tax forms this year hoping residents will opt to donate money to the fund. City Council is likely to discuss the committee at tonight's meeting.

POLL: Would You Like to See the Fairways Golf Course Become a Veterans Home?

Mayor David Held was quoted in an Akron Beacon Journal story this week, saying it was a great idea for North Canton. But what are your thoughts?

On the Agenda: Firm Could Serve as City's Law Director

The city would keep Hans Nilges as law director, but it would allow Nilges' colleagues to also provide services to the city. Council will have its first reading on this ordinance tonight.

Disaster Relief Fund Form Included in North Canton's Tax Forms This Year

The city wants to remind you that you can contribute to the Community Disaster Relief Fund to help your neighbors in the event of a natural disaster

What You Need to Know About the March 6 Primary

Presidential candidates are only a small part of the ballot

Arts Program Comes to North Canton Civic Center

The Canton Museum of Art will host several exhibits, workshops and performances in the venue, thanks to a grant from the city of North Canton

Residents: Proposed Changes to Water Protection Committee Will Stifle Citizens' Voices

Several residents spoke out in opposition of proposed changes to the Source Water Assessment and Protection committee at Monday night's North Canton City Council meeting. Council members tabled the proposed changes until they can speak to more SWAP member

Changes to Source Water Assessment and Protection Committee up for Discussion Tonight

North Canton City Council will meet at 6:30 p.m. tonight to discuss proposed changes to the SWAP committee

Board of Elections Hustles to get Ballots Done After Redistricting

The Stark County Board of Elections now handles three districts instead of one

Housing Committee to Discuss Preserving Character of North Canton's Neighborhoods

The special committee will meet at 6 p.m. in North Canton City Hall tonight. The meeting precedes the North Canton City Council meeting.

Rebecca Tolson, North Canton's Person of the Year, is Huffington Post's Greatest Person of the Day

Rebecca Tolson is in the spotlight as Huffington Post's Greatest Person of the Day today for authoring and advocating for a bill to bring dyslexia specialists into Ohio schools

PHOTOS: New Board of Education Members Get Sworn In

Jennifer Kling and Betty Fulton were sworn in and the board picked its president and vice president at North Canton Board of Education meeting Thursday night

North Canton Fire & EMS Gets Federal Grant for Radio System

The new radio system gives North Canton the ability to talk to agencies throughout the state

Water, Sewer Rate Increases Get More Consideration From City Council

Some members said the rates were too steep and the rate plan, which looked several years into the future, wouldn't allow for reevaluation of rates

Jim Davis Takes Over as Utilities, Service Director

Davis served his first day Monday. He fills the shoes of Tom Chufar, who retired from the position last month.

City Council to Discuss Vacation of West Maple Street Alley & More

City Council will meet at 6:45 p.m. tonight in City Hall

Cerreta, Griffith, Kiesling Biggest Spenders in 2011 Election

All three spent more than $1,000 in their election campaigns and won at-large seats

Fire Department Gets Grant for Updated LifePaks

The North Canton Fire and EMS Department is now up to date with its LifePak equipment, thanks to a 2012 federal grant

Mayor Raised More Than $9,000 in Fall Campaign

Mayor David Held said he'll save the money he didn't use for upcoming campaigns

Northeast Ohioans' Wish List for President Obama

People spoke about what they want to hear from President Barack Obama today when he speaks about the economy at Shaker Heights High School

Q&A: Tom Chufar Reflects on Director of Utilities and Services Position

Chufar will serve his last day as a city employee this week. Read on to see what he enjoyed most about his responsibilities in North Canton and what's in store for him after retirement.

Q&A: Rebecca Tolson Talks About Dyslexia Bill Victory

House Bill 157 will be signed into law, and author Rebecca Tolson of North Canton is chalking it up to a victory for students across Ohio

Ohio Legislature Passes Dyslexia Bill Authored by North Canton Resident

The bill is an advocacy measure for children with dyslexia and was authored by North Canton resident and Certified Academic Language Therapist Rebecca Tolson