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City of Canton Addresses Viral Police Interaction City archive Thu, Aug 20, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE City of Canton Addresses Viral Police Interaction (CANTON, Ohio) – August 20, 2026 – The City of Canton Administration is addressing concerns surrounding a police interaction that has gained traction within the community. “I do not condone the language or…

Fulton & 25th St. Roundabout Project - Floodplain Impacts Summary City archive Wed, Aug 12, 2026 FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE James Benekos 330.489.3381 James.benekos@cantonohio.gov Fulton & 25th St. Roundabout Project - Floodplain Impacts Summary (CANTON, Ohio) – August 12, 2026 – As part of the National Environmental Policy Act (NEPA), a Floodplain Impact Summary is to be posted…

Canton Reminds Community of Regulations on Fireworks and Celebratory Gunfire City archive Thu, Jul 2, 2026 (CANTON, Ohio) – July 2, 2026 – The City of Canton and the Canton Police Department are reminding residents and visitors of the regulations surrounding fireworks and celebratory gunfire heading into Fourth of July weekend. “Fireworks, like gunfire, can be dangerous, especially…

CCPH Closed for Memorial Day City archive Fri, May 22, 2026 Canton City Public Health will be closed to observe Memorial Day on Monday, May 25, 2026. If you have any public health-related needs, please plan accordingly and remember that Canton City Public Health will be back to assist you on the following day, Tuesday, May 26, 2026.…

City of Canton Unveiling Canton Legacy Art Installation in Downtown Canton City archive Fri, May 22, 2026 (CANTON, Ohio) – May 21, 2026 – The City of Canton is proud to host the unveiling of the Canton Legacy Art Installation on Friday, June 5 at 4:30 p.m. at the Centennial Plaza Public Restroom Building located at 408 Court Avenue NW, 44702. “Public art plays an important role in…

Stark County Rabies Vaccination Clinic City archive Mon, May 4, 2026

Closed for Services City archive Mon, Apr 6, 2026

A Letter to the Community City archive Wed, Mar 18, 2026 Dear Community, The City of Canton has been at an impasse with Perry Township since August 2025, when the City began pursuing a Type 2 annexation of the Chick-fil-A and 7 Brew on W. Tuscarawas St. At that time, it came to our attention that the current JEDD contract for the…

Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II to Deliver State of the City Address City archive Wed, Mar 4, 2026 Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II to Deliver State of the City Address (CANTON, Ohio) – March 4, 2026 – Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II will host his first State of the City address on Thursday, April 2 at 6:00 p.m. at Umstattd Hall located at 2331 17th St NW, 44708. “I’m…

CCPH Open House City archive Tue, Mar 3, 2026

2025 Stark County Community Health Assessment City archive Tue, Feb 10, 2026 Canton City Public Health announces the completion of the 2025 Stark County Community Health Assessment (CHA), a comprehensive evaluation of health needs, assets, and priorities across the county. The assessment was completed in cooperation with public health, healthcare…

City of Canton Consolidating Warming Shelter Operations City archive Thu, Jan 29, 2026 (CANTON, Ohio) – January 28, 2026 – The City of Canton is closing its St Paul AME warming shelter and consolidating all shelter operations to one location at Dueber Elementary at 815 Dueber Ave SW, 44706. “We are grateful to Pastor McCants and the congregation of St Paul AME for…

Canton Issues Citywide Parking Ban City archive Fri, Jan 23, 2026 Date: Friday, January 23, 2026 Contact: Andrea M. Perry | Director of Public Safety andrea.perry@cantonohio.gov (330) 438-4307 Canton Issues Citywide Parking Ban (CANTON, Ohio) – January 23, 2026 – The City of Canton is issuing a citywide parking ban beginning Saturday, January…

City of Canton Opening Overflow Warming Shelter City archive Tue, Jan 20, 2026 (CANTON, Ohio) – January 20, 2026 – The City of Canton will open an overflow warming shelter at Dueber Elementary, located at 815 Dueber Ave. SW, 44706, beginning tonight through Sunday, January 25, due to the extreme drop in temperature. Warming Shelter Operations: Location…

City of Canton Mourns the Passing of Former Mayor Thomas M. Bernabei City archive Thu, Dec 11, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – December 11, 2025 – The City of Canton is saddened to announce the passing of former Mayor Thomas M. Bernabei, who died this morning at Aultman hospital following a brief illness. “Mayor Bernabei left an impactful legacy on this community for generations to…

Urgent Health Advisory: Listeria Outbreak Linked to Frozen Pasta Dishes City archive Wed, Nov 19, 2025 We are closely monitoring a troubling outbreak of Listeria linked to frozen pasta dishes, including those sold at Walmart and other grocery stores nationwide. As of now, 27 illnesses have been reported, with 25 individuals requiring hospitalization. Unfortunately, this outbreak…

Winter Weather Safety City archive Wed, Nov 19, 2025

Public Notice City archive Thu, Jul 31, 2025 **Announcement from Canton City Public Health** We are currently working on updates to two important resolutions in section 205.05 of the Canton City Health Code, specifically sections 205.051 and 205.052. These updates are in accordance with Sections 731.21…

Extreme Heat Safety City archive Sun, Jun 22, 2025 When the weather gets really hot, use these resources to help keep yourself, your family and pets safe. Heat Safety Tips and Resources from the National Weather Service Heat and Your Health Ohio Department of Health (ODH) Extreme Heat Fact Sheet (PDF) Hot Weather Pet Safety Heat…

Canton Community Opens Cooling Centers in Response to Forecasted Heat City archive Fri, Jun 20, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – June 20, 2025 – Due to the forecasted high heat index, the City of Canton has partnered with Refuge of Hope and SARTA to provide designated cooling centers and free transportation for residents in need. “With the intense heat expected to impact our area, the…

West Nile Virus (WNV) Positive Mosquito Locations City archive Mon, Jun 9, 2025 Mosquitoes trapped by our vector control technicians as part of our mosquito abatement program are sent to the Ohio Department of Health lab for testing. The ODH lab reports test results back to us. To date, we have 74 West Nile Virus (WNV) positive mosquito pools at 23 of our…

Fight the Bite City archive Wed, Jun 4, 2025 Learn how to protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites and mosquito borne diseases.

Comments Requested for Cromer Water Reservoir Replacement Project City archive Thu, May 22, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – May 22, 2025 – The Canton Water Department will host a public meeting to discuss the Cromer Water Reservoir Replacement Project and its implications for historic preservation on Wednesday, May 28, at 1:00 p.m. at the Canton Water Department located at 2664…

Apply for Funding to Enhance Harm Reduction Services for Black & Minority Communities City archive Wed, May 21, 2025 CCPH is inviting qualified community organizations to apply for funding to enhance harm reduction services for black and minority communities. Applications due by June 9, 2025 no later than 4:00PM. Included in the packet: Letter to Prospective Sub-grantees Canton City Public…

Immediate Road Closure Due to Subsidence City archive Fri, Apr 25, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – April 25, 2025 – The City of Canton is closing 15th St. NW between Woodland Ave. and Cleveland Ave. due to a subsidence. The cause of the subsidence is unknown at this time. The City of Canton Engineering Department will work alongside our other public works…

Project Comments Requested for the Fourth St SE Bridge Rehabilitation Project City archive Fri, Apr 25, 2025 Project Comments Requested for the Fourth St SE Bridge Rehabilitation Project Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) Project Identification Number (PID) 121106 Project proposes to repair bridge, replace deck, and address deteriorating features (CANTON, Ohio) – April 25, 2025 –…

Measles Information and Resources City archive Tue, Apr 22, 2025 Measles is an acute, highly contagious respiratory disease caused by a virus. Most people in the United States are protected against measles through vaccination. However, unvaccinated travelers can get measles while they are in other countries and bring measles into the United…

City of Canton Celebrates Community Development Week City archive Mon, Apr 21, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – April 21, 2024 – The City of Canton is proud to celebrate National Community Development Week alongside The National Community Development Association (NCDA) and its members across the country to commemorate the 51st anniversary of the Community Development…

Avian Influenza (Bird Flu) City archive Thu, Feb 27, 2025 Avian influenza, commonly known as bird flu, is an infection caused by avian influenza A viruses that usually affects birds, particularly wild ducks, geese and other waterfowl, and can spread from these wild birds to domestic poultry. According to the Centers for Disease Control…

That Sore Could Be More - Syphilis is Serious City archive Thu, Jan 30, 2025 Syphilis - It IS a big deal. Canton City has seen a 356% increase in syphilis cases from 2019-2023. Stark County has seen a 276% increase. If you have a rash or sore that won’t go away - it may be more serious than you think! Syphilis can cause blindness, bone or internal organ…

CANTON ELECTRIC AGGREGATION PROGRAM OPT-OUT LETTERS City archive Mon, Jan 27, 2025 For Immediate Release: CANTON ELECTRIC AGGREGATION PROGRAM OPT-OUT LETTERS (CANTON, Ohio) - January 17, 2025 - Opt-out letters are being mailed to current and newly eligibly accounts in the electric aggregation program beginning the week of January 22. Starting with the March…

City of Canton Opening Additional Warming Centers City archive Wed, Jan 22, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – January 17, 2025 – Due to next week’s forecasted subzero temperatures, the City of Canton is opening additional warming centers for those in need. The warming centers will operate as follows: Canton Memorial Civic Center: 1101 Market Ave. N., 44702 Hours of…

City of Canton Advises on Possible Trash Pick-up Delays City archive Wed, Jan 22, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – January 17, 2025 – The City of Canton is advising the public to anticipate delays in trash pick-up next week due to impending frigid temperatures. Trash pick-up will already be delayed by one day in observance of the Martin Luther King, Jr. holiday on Monday…

City of Canton Extending Warming Center Operations City archive Wed, Jan 22, 2025 (CANTON, Ohio) – January 22, 2025 – The City of Canton is extending warming center operations at the Edward “Peel” Coleman Community Center through Friday, January 24. The warming centers will operate as follows: Edward “Peel” Coleman Community Center: 1400 Sherrick Rd. S.E.…

Warming Centers City archive Fri, Jan 17, 2025 Warming Centers will be open for week of January 20, 2025. OVERNIGHT CENTERS: Crossroads United Methodist Church - 120 Cleveland Ave. SW. 8PM - 8AM, Nightly Food and water. Enter on Cleveland Ave. Edward "Peel" Coleman Community Center - 1400 Sherrick Rd. SE 8PM - 8AM Thursday…

Respond to an Overdose City archive Thu, Jan 2, 2025 Carry Naloxone (Narcan): a medication that rapidly reverses an opioid overdose. Know Signs of an Overdose: Breathing or heartbeat slows or stops. Can't be awakened or able to speak. Vomiting or making gurgling noises. Extremely pale face and/or skin feels clammy to the touch.…

Nursing & Canton WIC Temporary Relocation Information City archive Sun, Dec 1, 2024 Due to renovations to our offices, Nursing and Canton WIC (Women, Infants and Children) will be temporarily moving to the David A. Fettman Professional Building at 128 Wertz Ave. NW, Suite B. This is a big undertaking and will result in some clinics being closed while everything…

Stark County Respiratory Dashboard City archive Sun, Nov 17, 2024

NEFCO releases draft Clean Water Plan City archive Fri, Sep 27, 2024 NEWS RELEASE FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE September 27, 2024 Contact: Tom LaPlante Water Quality/Environmental Planner Northeast Ohio Four County Regional Planning and Development Organization (NEFCO) 175 South Main St., Suite 211 Akron, OH 44308-1308 (330) 643-5042 FAX: (330) 643-5046…

Tuscarawas Street West Corridor Safety Project Public Meeting Open House City archive Thu, Sep 19, 2024 PUBLIC MEETING (OPEN HOUSE) Tuscarawas Street West Corridor Safety Project Open house meeting will detail proposed improvements on Tuscarawas Street West (SR 172) from Fawcett Court NW to Harrison Avenue NW. Thursday, October 3, 2024 5:00pm – 7:00pm Cedar Elementary School…

Public Comments Requested for Cleveland Avenue Pedestrian and Bicycle Safety Improvements Project City archive Mon, Sep 16, 2024 Pedestrian and Bicycle Facilities added and improved along Cleveland Avenue, downtown Canton CANTON – The City of Canton invites the public and stakeholders to provide comments on proposed safety improvements for pedestrians and bicyclists along Cleveland Avenue from 8th Street…

City Hosting Series of Town Hall Workshops City archive Fri, Aug 9, 2024 “These town halls are another way for us as an administration to really engage with the community,” said City of Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II. “I want the residents of Canton to hear first-hand the plans we have for the Canton, and to give them the chance to give us their…

Fight the Bite City archive Wed, Aug 7, 2024 Learn how to protect yourself and your family from mosquito bites and mosquito borne diseases.

Republic Canton Community Fund City archive Mon, Jul 22, 2024

Black College Hall of Fame Classic Kickoff Concert City archive Wed, Jul 17, 2024 Canton, OH – The Black Promoters Collective is thrilled to announce the inaugural Black College Football Hall of Fame Classic Kickoff Concert, in partnership with ASM Global and Student Freedom Initiative. The show is set to take place at 8 PM ET on Friday, August 30, 2024, at…

Extreme Heat Safety City archive Mon, Jun 17, 2024

City of Canton Warns Residents of Third-Party Electrical Inspector Scam City archive Tue, Apr 23, 2024 City of Canton Warns Residents of Third-Party Electrical Inspector Scam (CANTON, Ohio) – April 23, 2024 – City of Canton Mayor William V. Sherer II is warning residents about individuals trying to enter area homes under the guise of being third-party electrical inspectors.…

National Opioid Settlements Public Information City archive Tue, Jun 20, 2023 For all Stark County residents concerned about local funding from the National Opioid settlements and how funds will be used to address this harrowing epidemic, Stark County is working with the OneOhio Recovery Foundation, an Ohio non-profit corporation that governs the State…

Arbor Day 2023 City archive Tue, Apr 11, 2023 We are encouraging all Canton residents to take advantage of Canton's beautiful park system and to walk/ride Canton’s active transportation system of bike trails and on street bike facilities to appreciate the beautiful trees and green-space we have in Canton. This year, and…