Congressman Tim Ryan and Senator Sherrod Brown secure funding for Lock 3 Park
The Akron Civic Commons Lock 3 Park project received $1 million grant award in the FY 2022 Omnibus Appropriations legislation passed by Congress and signed into law by President Biden through the…
Read MoreAttention: Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail Detour Update
The Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail just north of Summit Lake by Russell Avenue to South Street will be closed due to construction starting on the morning of Monday, June 6th. It will reopen on…
Read MoreCity of Akron and John S. and James L. Knight Foundation Announce New Funding for Lock 3 Vision Plan
On March 1, 2022, at an event at the Richard Howe House, City of Akron Mayor Dan Horrigan announced a $3.5M contribution from the City’s American Rescue Plan Act (ARPA) funding for the implementation…
Read MoreReturn Towpath 50 Rider Shares Tips and Favorite Experiences
Meet Michael, a return participant in the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Towpath 50. Michael Evans is Cleveland Clinic’s Director of Government Relations and he has been riding in the Towpath 50 for…
Read MoreAdopt-A-Trail takes its first steps
It’s easy to take for granted the beauty of a space when enjoying it, especially during the nicer parts of the year when outdoor recreation is on everyone’s mind. Preserved pathways aligned with…
Read More11 Bicycle training tips from a long-distance cyclist: Featuring Roseanne Deucher
As the Ohio & Erie Canal Towpath Trail grows in length (90 miles and counting!), we’re seeing more and more individuals, families with young kids, and friends out cycling throughout the National…
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