Akron is building a new place to test polymer ideas beyond the lab
Akron is making room for a new kind of experiment. A polymer facility planned for the University of Akron will give companies space to test whether materials can work beyond the lab — before committing to full-scale manufacturing.
Holiday events in Akron and local resources
Here are nearly 30 Akron-area holiday events to enjoy from now to New Year’s
From festivals to plays to movies, these seasonal highlights all come with a holiday twist.
Akron’s Winterblast season kicks off Nov. 28. Here’s the schedule of downtown events
Enjoy ice skating, ice bumper cars and the annual Santa parade at Lock 3.
Shop local with our Akron-area holiday gift guide
Here are more than 30 suggestions to help you find that perfect holiday gift for the special person on your list.
Inside Akron’s 24 neighborhoods
Highland Square packs nightlife, popular events into a single square mile
Central Akron neighborhood is also home to more than 7,600 residents.
Firestone Park, Akron’s historic and walkable gem, still shines
Nestled just south of downtown, this neighborhood blends rubber roots, community pride and small-town charm.
Merriman Valley serves as ‘gateway’ to nearby Cuyahoga Valley National Park
Hugging Akron’s northern border, this neighborhood simply known as the ‘The Valley’ blends commerce, community and natural resources.
Signal Akron in the community
