North Canton Goes Digital for the Election

Social media is an influencer, and not just in cyberspace; it's also a part of North Canton. Read how North Canton is part of the trend with this year's election results.

WATCH: Cleveland Native, Celebrity Makes Special Appearance at Romney Rally

Patricia Heaton, the former "Everybody Loves Raymond" star, cracked some jokes and talked to the crowd about Gov. Mitt Romney and his running mate Paul Ryan in North Canton Oct. 26, 2012.

Television celebrity Patricia Heaton joked about being a Browns fan but got serious about why life under an Obama administration "doesn't have to be that way." She urged a 10,000-person crowd gathered at Hoover High School in North Canton Friday evening to vote for the Romney/Ryan ticket on Nov. 6.  Read more about the visit here. 

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Ed Fisher

4:28 pm on Tuesday, October 30, 2012

wherever Ashton-Shrewsbury is, your drinking water may be hallucinogenic.   more ›

Q&A: John Allensworth Believes in Passionate Networking

John Allensworth knows how to utilize contacts. He's the community relations manager for Montrose Auto Group, the founder of the Monday Morning Mastermind group and one of North Canton's biggest supporters

North Canton Patch: Where did the inspiration for a Monday Meeting Mastermind come from? John Allensworth: There are many business lead generation groups, tip clubs, BNI, etc. These are much needed and fulfill a very specific function. I felt that a group that could act like an unpaid and an objective board of directors for small businesses would have a place among the other networking groups. I feel we have succeeded.   North Canton Patch: Have you created any other networking groups?   Allensworth: Yes. NCAB (North Canton Associates for Business) 2007, and the first tip club ever in Alliance in 2008. North Canton Patch: Does your job at Montrose involve a lot of networking? Allensworth: Yes! I am involved in producing approximately one …

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North Canton Main Street Festival to Celebrate 15th Year

The North Canton Main Street Festival is an event the city looks forward to each year. We thought we'd give you a little glimpse of what's to come.

The Main Street Festival has always focused on food, music and family-friendly activities, and you can expect the same thing this year, only bigger and better.  It was a finalist in the 2010 Best of Stark competition, after all, and the planners and supporters  behind this year’s event intend to live up to that honor. “The festival has remained a one-stop, family-friendly destination for food, rides, music, crafts, arts, cars and community and business information,” said Doug Lane, president of the North Canton Area Chamber of Commerce. “Changes and improvements over the years have included consolidation of booths by category, additional entertainment and a bigger variety of available food,” Lane said. One of the main highlights this year …

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One Day Down, Many Miles to Go — 2011 Susan G. Komen Walk for the Cure

'The weather was dry for opening but rained a bit in the morning. The afternoon was dry but humid,' said Saving Our Boobs Captain Jenifer Patton of Stow

To read more about why the North Canton/Stow team, Saving Our Boobs, is participating, click here. Continue to see photos on the site during the event as Jenifer Patton sends them in to Local Editor Amanda Harnocz. For a story after the event, check back with Stow Patch next week.

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5 Things You Need to Know About Patch's Election Coverage

Here's what to expect from North Canton Patch's Elections pages — and how you can participate

North Canton Patch is your election headquarters. Here’s a rundown of what to expect this season.

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House Hunt: 5 North Canton Open Houses

Looking for a house by the water? One with a huge front yard? You might find it in this week's House Hunt photo gallery

In the market for a new home? North Canton Patch wants to help you find it! This weekly feature is a photo gallery of real estate open houses planned for the weekend in the North Canton area. Even if you're not home shopping, you can check out House Hunt on North Canton Patch to see what the homes in your neighborhood are selling for!

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Video: Stark State Graduates 50th Commencement Class

Hundreds of students graduated from Stark State College Saturday

Thousands of area residents gathered at the Canton Memorial Civic Center Saturday to celebrate the 50th commencement class from Stark State College. Hundreds of students graduated with associates degrees in applied science, applied business, technical studies and more, and each crossed the stage with elegance and, of course, cheers from their families. The above video talks to two graduates and asks, "What are your plans now?"

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Stephan B. Wilder Appointed to Chief of Police

Wilder has been with the department for 30 years

After serving with the North Canton Police Department for 30 years, Stephan B. Wilder has been appointed by Mayor David Held as the new police chief. Wilder has served as an auxiliary officer, part-time and full-time patrolman, and spent the last 14 years as a lieutenant, according to a media release. He graduated from Canton Glenwood High School, has a Master of Science in Criminal Justice Studies from Kent State University and completed the Northwestern University Center for Public Safety School of Police and Command and the Ohio Police Association of Chiefs of Police Executive Leadership College. In his tenure, he has received several honors including being a two-time recipient of the Knights of Columbus Blue Coat of the Year Award, …

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Chuck Osborne

11:58 pm on Wednesday, May 18, 2011

Great choice for North Canton's new Police Chief. Congratulations!   more ›