Ohio Legislature Approves State Capital Budget Request for Park Projects

Akron, Ohio, June 15, 2026  — Yesterday, the Ohio General Assembly finalized and approved Senate Bill 450, which appropriates $3.7 billion in capital funding throughout the state for the next fiscal…
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Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition Names Catherine Timko as President and Chief Executive Officer

Akron, Ohio (April 28, 2026) – The Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition (OECC) has named Catherine Timko as its President and Chief Executive Officer effective May 26, 2026. “We are thrilled that…
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Summit County Trail and Greenway Grant Program Now Accepting Applications

AKRON, Ohio–Communities in Summit County are eligible to receive grant money for their trail projects identified on the Summit County Trails Plan through the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition’s…
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Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition President & Chief Executive Officer Dan Rice Announces Spring 2026 Retirement

Akron, Ohio (September 9, 2025) – After 32 years of dedication to developing the Ohio & Erie Canalway National Heritage Area, Towpath Trail and public parks and spaces, Ohio & Erie Canalway…
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Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail in Tuscarawas County receives $4.9 million ODOT Funding Award

Akron, Ohio (June 9, 2025) — Governor DeWine and Ohio Department of Transportation announced this week that nearly $52 million in grants will be awarded over the next four years to improve safety for…
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City of Akron, Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition and Summit Lake Residents Break Ground on the Summit Lake NorthShore Park

Akron, Ohio (April 7, 2025) – On Thursday, April 10, 2025 the Ohio & Erie Canalway Coalition, in partnership with the City of Akron and residents of the Summit Lake neighborhood, will hold a…
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