Major Roadways Closed Due to Water Main Breaks

Repairs are underway.

Due to water main breaks in Cuyahoga Falls, the following roads will be closed until further notice, according to city officials:  

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Cuyahoga Falls Issues New Boil Alert

Check below to see if you'll be affected.

A boil alert has been issued for Front Street between Sackett Ave and Chestnut Boulevard until Sunday, March 25 at 4 p.m., according to cityofcf.com To ensure safety, please boil your water for a minimum of two minutes.

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Art In The Heart of Downtown

Three galleries reside on Cuyahoga Falls' Front Street.

Cuyahoga Falls Site Among Construction Projects Named in EPA Settlement

EPA says Kenmore Construction Co. failed to control dust at work site.

Kenmore Construction Co. Inc. of Akron will pay the Ohio EPA a $20,000 restitution as a settlement for violating Ohio’s air pollution control laws at several construction sites in Summit County, including Cuyahoga Falls. A press release from the Ohio EPA said, “On numerous occasions between 2007 and 2010, the company failed to properly control fugitive dust and particulate emissions at construction projects located in Akron and Cuyahoga Falls. The violations were documented by the Akron Regional Air Quality Management District (ARAQMD), Ohio EPA’s contractual representative responsible for administering the air pollution control program in Summit County. ARAQMD issued three Notice of Violation letters to the company in 2008, but violations…

Police Blotter: Man Jumps into Cuyahoga River to Evade Police, Doesn't Work

The following information was supplied by the Cuyahoga Falls Police Department. It does not indicate a conviction.

Police said that on Sept. 18, Cuyahoga Falls man Bradley Taylor, 20, ran from the police after being told to stop in the 2500 block of Hudson Drive. Taylor had an outstanding warrant for his arrest and was suspected in current drug activity. Taylor jumped into the Cuyahoga River and attempted to swim away from police. He continued swimming even after being told by police he was under arrest. Police found Taylor's backpack which contained three cans of alcoholic beverages and a marijuana pipe. Taylor was eventually apprehended. Police said that on Sept. 18, Akron man Forrest Horvath, 22, impeded the ability of officers who were pursuing another suspect on foot by failing to leave the area when instructed at the intersection of Gaylord Grove…

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Cuyahoga Falls: Then and Now

Cuyahoga Falls Patch rewinds the clock to show you landmarks from the past and what we see today.

Cuyahoga Falls was founded in 1812. The city has seen quite a few changes in its almost 200-year lifespan. This feature will take a look at how the city has changed. The Cuyahoga Falls Historical Society is to thank for lending the old pictures to Cuyahoga Falls Patch. Cuyahoga Falls Historical Society Curator Liz Cross said that the Beebe Building was primarily used as a retail shop for dry goods. The first floor housed the shop, while the upper floors housed a civic auditorium and operators for a telephone company.

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City Council Approves Paving, Water Main Projects

Council also approves purchase of digger-derrick and repair work on parking deck.

The Cuyahoga Falls City Council approved six ordinances on Monday, including plans to seek funding from the Ohio Public Works Commission for a State Road street widening project and water main replacement projects on Graham Road and Front Street.  The council also approved legislation to enter a contract with Skylift Inc. to buy a "track-mounted digger-derrick and aerial material handling device with trailer" for city crews to use on various projects. Also, the council authorized the director of public service to seek a contract for tree removal, trimming and stump grinding around the city. The council approved plans to repair concrete and masonry at the city's "blue" parking deck 2035 Old Town Loop. All votes were 10-0 in favor of the …

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Bites Nearby: Totally Cooked Catering

Caterer has dine-in and take-out as well.

You’ve probably run across Totally Cooked Catering at one event or another in and around Cuyahoga Falls. But Totally Cooked does have a home base with a dining area and take-out as well, right on Front Street at Hudson Drive. Led by Dante and Kelly D'Avello, Totally cooked has been in business since 1998. With 26 regular staff and 34 more available on call, Totally cooked has the flexibility to handle big catering jobs and keep the kitchen humming at its Front Street home. Totally Cooked has a half-dozen regular menus and twice as many seasonal and themed menus. Easter and Easter Desserts are sure to be popular selections over the next couple of weeks. In addition, Totally Cooked changes its market menu weekly. You can sign up to get an …

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Alanna Klapp

11:21 am on Saturday, April 16, 2011

I love Totally Cooked! They've catered events at my work, a friend's wedding, and their weekly market menu is absolutely delicious and affordable. Also, when you sign up for the weekly market menu, you will also receive emails with their $5 lunch specials. You can easily spend $5 at a fast food restaurant and get nowhere near the gourmet quality you get at Totally Cooked.   more ›

VIDEO Rockin on the River Turns 25

The festival will celebrate its anniversary by adding new vendors and giveaways.

Rockin on the River will feature more than just a fresh line-up this summer. The festival, which has become a tradition and envied by towns nearby, will celebrate 25 years along the riverfront with new local businesses added the the mix. With higher gas prices anticipated during the upcoming summer months, Earley sees a golden opportunity for the festival to draw an even larger crowd. “People are very concerned about their dollar,” he said. “In a down economy, events like mine do better actually do better. You can bring a family of four here, even if you have a couple of beers or a soft drink and a sandwich, that family of four can get by spending $25 to $30 most. Even a movie theater costs you more than that.” Admission and parking is …

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Bites Nearby

Bites Nearby: Moe's Restaurant

Front Street restaurant’s unassuming surroundings belie elegant dining

Cuyahoga Falls has its share of fine dining restaurants, and Moe’s falls into that category. Owner Maureen “Mo” Schneider and Executive Chef Jared Kirby present an imaginative menu and specials that change on a regular basis. Moe’s boasts that everything is prepared fresh daily on the premises, including bread, pasta and potato chips. Seafood is brought in fresh daily. Lunch sandwiches range in price from $8 for the BLT with egg on ciabatta to $13 for Crabby Patty with slaw and tartar sauce on a Kaiser roll. The Italian braised beef sandwich ($9) is piping hot and tender and juicy. You might need a second napkin. The chips definitely do not come out of a bag. House bread is warm and substantial, accompanied by whipped garlic butter. …

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