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Police officers from Kent State, Kent City, and Brimfield were stationed in around Downtown Kent for the annual Halloween festivities Saturday, Oct. 26, 2013. Some officers were on duty until as early as 7 a.m. to make sure rowdy partygoers did not get out of hand.

Police brace themselves for Halloween festivities

Ray Strickland October 22, 2014

The last Saturday of October, downtown Kent becomes an attraction as thousands of people, attired in Halloween costumes, pack the streets for Halloween parties and bar-hopping.This year it will be no different....

City of Kent Parking Meter

Downtown businesses split on installation of parking meters

Patrick Williams October 13, 2014

Kent business owners and managers are split on how they feel about the installation of 223 parking meters along some of the city’s busiest roads.“Parking meters always bring out lively discussion on...

City Council approves adding pocket park to downtown Kent

Celia Fernandez October 13, 2014

RPA DailyStory2 Haberman from Alyssa Haberman on Vimeo.The Community Development Committee of the Kent City Council voted 8-0 to begin plans for a pocket park between Bar145 and The Landmark Building,...

Ohio artists design bike racks inspired by downtown Kent’s college culture

Alicia Balog October 9, 2014

When Mark Wentz, born and raised in Kent, saw a competition to design bike racks specifically for his hometown, he realized he had a chance to save people’s bikes from being stolen, just like his were.“Throughout...

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‘Round Town festival comes to Kent

Neville Hardman September 16, 2014

The ‘Round Town Music Festival will set a melodic veil over downtown Kent on Friday, Sept. 19 as more than 60 artists perform at various venues — all free of charge.If one were to stop by Standing...

Mr. Zub’s moves into downtown

Lexxi Gillies May 2, 2014

A new sandwich shop has made its way into downtown Kent. Mr. Zub’s Deli has replaced the vacancy left by Cajun Dave’s at Water Street Tavern.Mr. Zub’s had its soft opening Thursday night, and deli...

Kent’s Hidden (and Not-So-Hidden) Patio Gems

Katy Coduto April 30, 2014

With spring finally feeling like, well, spring and summer only weeks away, Kent’s many patios are opening up. Whether you want to grab a bite to eat or sit outside while you drink, you have more options...

President Lester Lefton prepares to break ground, Aug. 8, 2011, the beginning of years of extensive downtown development.

City credits Lefton with solidifying town-gown relations

Madeleine Winer April 21, 2014

The alleyways were dirty. Roadways were crumbling, and buildings were falling apart in downtown Kent.For 30 years, the city of Kent and the university made plan after plan to try to revitalize Kent’s...

The Stratosphere Juried Art Competition exhibit is being hosted by the School of Art Downtown Gallery in downtown Kent from Monday, April 14- Sunday, May 10.

First-ever Stratosphere exhibit opens

Lily Martis April 15, 2014

On a scale from one to infinity, Kent State’s first Stratosphere Juried Art Competition set its sights high into the atmosphere.A reception will take place at the gallery Thursday, April 24 from 5 p.m....

English immersion makes shopping an experience

Erin Zaranec April 2, 2014

Things always seem to be more desirable when you know they are limited edition. Whether it’s an article of clothing, a book or a seasonal drink, making a purchase is always more fun knowing that you...

Katie’s Korner Ice Cream up for sale

Grace Murray February 26, 2014

Water Street’s homemade ice cream shop, Katie’s Korner, is seeking new ownership. Akron-based commercial real estate company Crest Group, LTD. will be handling the sale and has the business priced...

Troy Grille serves up healthy foods and Turkish traditions

Chelsey Milkovich February 20, 2014

With the cold winter chills subsiding, the idea of exploring downtown Kent is back on the agenda of Kent State students for the Spring 2013 semester. Located on East Main Street, Troy Grille has students...

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