Temporary road closures June 3 and 4

The village of Akron Electric along with the county forestry crews will be tree trimming and removing trees on Parkview Dr. from the intersection of East Ave & Parkview Dr. heading south past the bridge on Parkview Dr. to the entrance of Erie County Park off Parkview Dr. The county will close the road on June 3 & 4 from 6:30 a.m. till 3:30 p.m. each day for crews to work safely and efficiently. This closer will also affect walkers as well to ensure their safety. Traffic will still be able to turn onto East Ave from Parkview Dr. and

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Newport Christmas in Akron

SCENES FROM NEWPORT CHRISTMAS were filmed in Akron last week. Local businesses and Russell Park reflected the Christmas season as movie magic was made.  Dante Marconi (seated), Mary Borden in yellow vest and Christa Marconi (far right), had an opportunity to meet the stars, Ginna Claire Mason and Wes Brown.

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Winter Parking ban lifted in Village of Akron

The Village of Akron winter parking ban has been lifted for the remainder of the 2025 season. Due to movie filming in Russell Park this week, parking restrictions will be put in place at different times throughout the next few days by the Akron Police Department. 2025 Hallmark Movie – Newport ChristmasMarch 17th –Small Crew working during dayMarch 18th –Small Art Crew working Russell ParkClinton Street parking on park side closed at 7 pm for Equipment TrucksMarch 19th –Film office / lunch – C Dee Wright CenterCrew Size between 50-70 need parkingWhole crew working from noon – 1 am, filming

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