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Newdle Bar closes for an hour due to heating and cooling system malfunction

Jarett Theberge October 26, 2016

Kent's Newdle Bar closed for an hour today to deal with a heating and cooling problem in the restaurant.A manager at the restaurant, Jackie (who declined to give her last name), came in to open the restaurant...

Dan Smith Community Park renderings

Dan Smith Community Park set to open Oct. 20

Nicholas Hunter October 19, 2016

This Thursday, the Dan Smith Community Park is set to open after just over a year of construction.The park is named in honor of former City of Kent director of economic development, Dan Smith, who passed...

From Left: Logan Lott and Matta Taylor playing their guitars while their dog Lucy rests in a guitar case in Downtown Kent on Thursday, Sep. 22, 2016.

Music, food fills downtown bar scene

Keisha Burley September 28, 2016

Like many Kent State students, junior communication studies major Tara Barone frequents the bars in downtown Kent often. One of the many highlights from her nights out are the live music and free food...

Long lines and long anticipated reunions: Welcome Weekend sees increased bar traffic, revenue

Amy Kessler August 31, 2016

For Bar 145 in downtown Kent, "(Kent State's) Welcome Weekend is like a holiday," said Marena Toth, the front-of-house manger at the establishment.This is no exception to the student population that attends...

The Local Public House on Wednesday, Feb. 3, 2016.

Kent’s best-kept secret delivers

Anne-Marie Colant February 3, 2016

Looking for a cheap, local place to get a drink? Stop by The Local Public House. Tucked away behind the Kent Stage, it's one of Kent’s best-kept secrets.With nearly 500 craft beers sold in store, there...

The construction for the new 345 Flats on the corner of Summit Street and Water Street on Wednesday, Jan. 27, 2016.

345 Flats: Is quality and convenience worth the price?

Miranda Zoloty January 27, 2016

As Kent State continues to grow and develop, so does the surrounding community. Though still being built, 345 Flats, the newest apartment community, is generating maximum publicity. But with publicity...

JB’s in downtown Kent to be turned into a nightclub

Carson Kleinman December 1, 2015

JB’s, located on N. Water Street next to Brewhouse in Downtown Kent, is undergoing changes over the holiday season and will reopen Jan. 21 as a nightclub.JB’s was recently revamped, adding a new sound...

Downtown Kent hosts live reggae and more at music festival

Bailey Purpura November 13, 2015

More than 14 different locations in downtown Kent joined together Friday evening with different reggae musicians to present the Reggae Jam Music Festival.Many locations hosted different types of music...

YoungLife provides alternative plans for Halloween celebrations

Kelly Powell October 29, 2015

While some students will enjoy Halloween weekend in downtown Kent, some will enjoy crackles from a bonfire, a boastful basement with strobe and black lights for students to enjoy and Halloween-themed snacks...

Brian Feltner performs at Fred Fuller Park during Art in the Park on Saturday Sept. 12, 2015.

Art in the Park brings art, music to downtown Kent

Bailey Purpura September 13, 2015

Kent’s 22nd annual Art in the Park at Fred Fuller Park included more than 80 booths of works like recycled jewelry, wooden clocks, clothing and decorations made with utensils.Allie M. Designs, located...

Steve Sabo, of The Orange Trük, talks to Dan and Donna Lange at the International Festival in Downtown Kent on Saturday Sept. 12, 2015.

Downtown Kent celebrates culture with International Festival

Bailey Purpura September 13, 2015

Water Street became home to unique foods, shops and performers Friday for the annual International Festival in downtown Kent.Kent State graduate Genia Kollie came up with the idea four years ago.“I majored...

Steve Sabo, of The Orange Trük, talks to Dan and Donna Lange at the International Festival in Downtown Kent on Saturday Sept. 12, 2015.

Downtown Kent celebrates culture with International Festival

Bailey Purpura September 12, 2015

Friday, Water Street became home to unique foods, shops, and performers for the annual International Festival in downtown Kent.Kent State graduate Genia Kollie came up with the idea four years ago.“I...

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