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114-year-old Highland Square mansion to become a haven for abuse survivors

Holly Wiley bought the seven-bedroom house at 74 Maplewood Ave. for $289,000 to turn it into a transitional home for survivors of abuse. The property, known as the Parker House, will be called Willows Haven. Wiley intends to live there full time, while also housing four to five other women for up to six months…

by Arielle Kass July 29, 2026

Public safety and its entwinement with public health are top concerns for Akron residents, affecting their everyday well-being and their ability to thrive and feel safe in their community. We’ll dig deep into issues such as criminal justice, gun safety, climate change and resiliency, among others, all with an eye toward solutions.

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