Hudson Life

by Judy Stringer Hudson wrapped up its summer of America's 250th anniversary celebrations on Sunday, Sept. 6, with a good old-fashioned community picnic on the Clocktower and Gazebo greens. Beginning at 5 p.m., the evening brought residents together for a showcase of local nonprofits, family-friendly activities and a live performance by the Western Reserve Community […]

Oct. 29 - Merchants' Trick-or-Treat Youngsters are invited attend the annual Merchants' Trick-or-Treat event, on Thursday, Oct. 29, from 5-7 p.m., along Main Street, First & Main and the Acme Plaza. View the windows painted courtesy of Hudson Schools and show off your best costume. Oct. 31 - Hudson Trick-or-Treat Hudson's annual Trick-or-Treat is always […]

On Oct. 8, Hudson Heritage Association and the Hudson Library & Historical Society will hold a special "after-hours" tour of the library's displays of historic artifacts led by library archivist Gwendolyn Mayer. From antique oil portraits of Hudson's founders, David Hudson and Mary Robinson Hudson, to a woolly mammoth tusk dated between 10,000–12,000 years old, […]

by Emily Canning-Dean Hudson United Methodist Church is launching "messy church" – a creative, interactive service centered on celebration and hospitality. While its Sunday morning services will continue as usual, this occasional alternative is designed for those who might feel traditional church isn't for them. "Messy church is aimed at all ages and is meant […]

People with eligible convictions in Summit County Court of Common Pleas can get help filing to seal or expunge their records during the third annual "Expungement Filing Day." The clinic is scheduled for Friday, Oct. 16, 10 a.m.-2 p.m., in Judge Joy Malek Oldfield's courtroom at Summit County Courthouse, 209 S. High St., in Akron. […]

by Noell Wolfgram Evans It is said that writing is a solitary pursuit. But there is a group in Hudson turning that old axiom on its ear. The Hudson Writers Group provides writers of all levels with opportunities to sharpen their skills in a safe, nurturing space. The group originally started meeting in 2016 at […]

by Judy Stringer Two local mental health organizations have announced a formal merger designed to leverage their reach and resources. State of Mind: Hudson and the Coalition for Children's Mental Health will integrate their all-volunteer operations, forming a single board dedicated to advocacy across all age groups in the Hudson community. Mike LoPresti, board president […]

Recently, Rumpke has seen a noticeable increase in diapers at the Rumpke Recycling & Resource Center, resulting in substantial contamination and loss of items that are recyclable. As such, the company is reminding customers about what can and cannot be recycled. Recycling don'ts Anything not included in Rumpke's acceptable items list would be a recycling […]

by Judy Stringer Five days after announcing that Natalie Buynak was "no longer serving as executive director" after a year with the organization, the Hudson Area Chamber of Commerce said it hired city of Hudson Economic Development Manager Katie Behnke as its next leader. In a letter sent to chamber members, the board of directors […]

Happy fall! Hope you're enjoying the colorful progression of Mother Nature's creation as temps cool. Let's take a moment to appreciate our wonderful community through the recent achievements and ongoing generosity of just a few people highlighted here. Summit County native Peter Corvington said it's Hudson's sense of community that drew him to his new […]

The Polish Genealogical Society of Greater Cleveland will meet on Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Polish National Catholic Church Hall, 5375 Broadview Rd. in Parma. The speaker will be Glenn Sobola, president of the Slavic Village Historical Society. His presentation is titled "It Wasn't Always Slavic Village," which hints at the earliest […]

by Noell Wolfgram Evans You think you had a busy August? The Hudson Police Department had to contend with 900 pounds of oxygen, a quick-change artist with a dog, anxious churchgoers and a neighbor who really wants to keep the neighborhood intact. Who just leaves their air sitting around? Aug. 8 – During a routine […]

Hudson Senior Network will host its Lunch and Learn on Wednesday, Oct. 14, titled "What is it worth?" with Cris Dugan. The Snack and Refreshment event on Wednesday, Oct. 28, will feature a lesson in how to make a knit lap throw. Cost is $30 per person. The events are open to seniors from Hudson […]

The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. in the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. Members and interested public are invited to attend. Sunny Morton will present "How Learning about the Past Can Change the Future." As we commemorate […]

Nearly half of U.S. adults have high blood pressure, but many don't even know they have it, according to the American Heart Association. It is called the "silent killer" because high blood pressure often doesn't have symptoms and can go undetected until serious health issues like heart disease or stroke arise. To allow people to […]

The Polish Genealogical Society of Greater Cleveland will meet on Oct. 6 at 7 p.m. at St. Mary's Polish National Catholic Church Hall, 5375 Broadview Rd. in Parma. The speaker will be Glenn Sobola, president of the Slavic Village Historical Society. His presentation is titled "It Wasn't Always Slavic Village," which hints at the earliest […]

The Cuyahoga Valley Genealogical Society will hold its monthly meeting on Monday, Oct. 5, at 7 p.m. in the Willow Room of the Independence Civic Center, 6363 Selig Blvd. in Independence. Members and interested public are invited to attend. Sunny Morton will present "How Learning about the Past Can Change the Future." As we commemorate […]