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Lock 3 Winterblast
Lock 3, Northeast Ohio’s most popular spot to ice skate and celebrate the holiday season is open featuring family-friendly events and attractions all winter. This year, the ice rink and activities have been temporarily moved between the State Street bridge and Canal Park Stadium to accommodate the upcoming construction in Lock 3. Returning are the Huntington Ice Skating Rink (Ohio’s largest outdoor seasonal ice-skating rink!), ice bumper cars, ice bikes, Welcome Santa Holiday Parade, Indoor Polar Putt-Putt, Archie the 22 ft. talking Snowman, Outdoor Igloos, and Breakfast with Santa.
Lock 3 hours will be Wed./Thurs. 11am-9pm, Fri./Sat. 11 am-11pm and Sun. 11am-6pm. Ice skating is $5 and includes skates or $3 for bring-your-own skates. Concessions, including beer and wine are available all day. Rentals for the six heated igloos and fire pits are available on Friday nights, Saturdays, and Sundays through the winter season. Igloos are $50 for 2 hours and firepits are $15 per hour and include your own designated area with tables and chairs. Guests can bring their own food and non-alcoholic beverages or purchase a pre-determined package from Lock 3. Each igloo must be rented as a whole and can hold a maximum of 8 people.
To reserve your spot on any outdoor attraction, please visit Lock3Live.com.
Applications Now Open for Citizens' Police Oversight Board
Beginning Tuesday, Jan. 3, 2023 Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan and Akron City Council have reopened applications for the newly created Citizens’ Police Oversight Board. The Board was added as a part of the Akron City Charter by passage of Issue 10 in the November 2022 election. Read the charter language here for all duties and responsibilities of the Board.
Completed applications can be emailed to [email protected] along with a copy of a current resume if available. Residents will also be able to pick up a copy of the application at City Hall (166 S. High St., Akron, OH 44308). All applications must be submitted either in person to City Hall or emailed by noon ET on Tuesday January 24, 2023. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.
Applications available here.
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