The mystique of the flowing rush of water at Niagara Falls has kept individuals, lovers and families returning year after year. Now, they have put together a very nice little package for those who aren’t quite land lovers.

First, meet up at the Hard Rock Café to start your tour of the USA side of Niagara Falls. Travel in a 6-passenger luxury van while your local guide drives you along the State Park, passing Rainbow Bridge, Robert Moses Hydro-Electric Power Plant, the Niagara Gorge and the Whirlpool Aero Car on your way to Old Fort Niagara. Your guide will explain about the formation of the 3 different falls which make up Niagara Falls and the energy that is produced from the power of the Falls to help light New York City. Continue reading “METRO TRAVEL TIME-Visit Niagara Falls”

(COLUMBUS, Ohio) – The Office of Criminal Justice Services (OCJS) today released two requests for proposals for federal grants intended to combat violence against women and prevent crime overall.

The Violence Against Women Act (VAWA) and the Edward J. Byrne Memorial Justice Assistance Grant (JAG) programs provide funding to victim services providers and law enforcement, prosecution, court, and correction agencies throughout Ohio. Continue reading “Federal Grants Available to Combat Violence against Women, Fund Crime Prevention Strategies”

We live in very strange times. There were once times that if you were in trouble, you called your local police department and hoped that they would catch whomever may have violated you, your property or one of your loved ones.

Unfortunately today, many policemen and policewomen have stepped across the blue line and are as much a part of the criminal element as the basic thug is. The only difference is, the police personnel is a legalized gangster. And we all know, that that is one sinister element, sure to erode public trust, which is already as weak as a baby doe taking it’s very first steps.  Continue reading “THE FOUR MOST IMPORTANT THINGS TO DO IF YOU THINK THAT YOU ARE WITNESSING POLICE BRUTALITY OR UNFAIR TREATMENT”

 

By Ray Robinson 

Photos by Louie Moore

Long live the legend, the sound, the lure and the legacy of Hip-Hop. It’s been 50 long, hard-fought years, defending, creating and being credited (or not credited) for igniting one of the biggest revenue-generating styles of music to date. 

Hip-Hop Hooray…Hooooo…Heeeeey…Hooooo ! 

And just imagine. It all started from scratch.

As legend, lore and street stories will tell you, there was a cat named Kool Herc who made a name for himself as a masterful minister of the mix in the Bronx during the early to mid-70’s. Setting up his sound systems in project courtyards and on neighborhood basketball courts, Kool Herc, born Clive Campbell, realized that he could control the crowd with his wizardry on the turntables. And the mic. Continue reading “HONOR TO HIP-HOP 50 YEARS LATER…THE LEGACY LIVES ON”

 

“Asian Lantern Festival has become one of Cleveland’s most popular summer events thanks to the tremendous support from our community and event partners,” said Kelly Manderfield, Cleveland Metroparks Chief Marketing Officer. “Set up for this year’s event is already underway and over the next month, artisans will be hand crafting the more than 1,000 lanterns that will transform the Zoo, including our most innovative and interactive displays yet.” Continue reading “THE ASIAN LANTERN FESTIVAL RETURNS TO THE METROPARKS ZOO JULY 7TH”

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By Chia Lenae Dogton

 

Men… it’s ready, set, go and time for your yearly checkups at the 2023  Minority Men’s Health Fair sponsored by MetroHealth.

Join men across the county as they converge for one of the biggest health gatherings in the city aimed at assisting men with a variety of health issues. On this day, men will have the opportunity to take advantage of 30 different medical screenings and tests at absolutely no cost.

There are a myriad of screenings that an individual can receive during the 3 hour event. There will be screenings for: Continue reading “MINORITY MEN’S HEALTH FAIR TO TAKE PLACE APRIL 27th AT METROHEALTH”

• Are you struggling with any of these:
• *Depression
• *Drug or Alcohol Addiction *Anxiety 
• *Anger Management 
• *Parenting with Substance Abuse Addiction *Harmful Behaviors or Thoughts 
• *High Stress Levels 
• *Maintaining a Stable Lifestyle 
• *Mental Health 
• *Homelessness 

Continue reading “Braylon Health & Wellness Centers Can Help YOU !”

^{By The Madd Hatter}

Two of Ohio’s most legendary funk and R & B groups come together for one terrific night of entertainment on April 8^th at the MGM Northfield. Concertgoers will be beamed back 40 plus years to the late 70’s and 80’s as funk royalty ,Zapp and Midnight Star, take full control of mind, body and soul.

Both groups hail from Ohio, the nation’s Funk Capitol, and returning home couldn’t get any better. The buzz on the streets Is that errbody in town will be dressed to impress and headed to the show.

Continue reading “ZAPP AND MIDNIGHT STAR BANG IT OUT AT THE MGM NORTHFIELD ON APRIL 8TH”