EPA restarted dredging behind the Gorge Dam to remove decades of contaminated sediment. Material will be piped to a closed placement site in Cascade Valley and capped.

Medina officials are weighing professional sharpshooters after two permit-only archery seasons removed just 18 deer while roadkill pickups climbed. Council wants faster, safer options.

At its Tuesday meeting, council declared Cumberland Pool has reached the end of its useful life and directed staff to pursue grants and partnerships for a replacement. Other park and roadway projects also moved forward on the agenda.

Fairlawn won a $1.2M federal award to help convert the former Rosemont Country Club into a 66‑acre preserve with wetlands, trails and a visitor center. Officials say the work will also reduce downstream flooding.

Lorain has cleared the way for a roughly $3.5 million stabilization of the historic finger piers at Sunset Pier Park, using federal funds to shore up the lakefront. The repairs aim to protect the 1940s-era piers and open them to future recreation.

North Ridgeville Government is expanding the city's tree canopy, aiming to increase environmental benefits such as carbon storage and stormwater management. They encourage smart native tree planting to avoid conflicts with infrastructure.

Aurora has kicked off Phase 1 at the former Geauga Lake site — crews will begin utility work, docks will be repaired and kayak rentals are targeted for late summer. Officials say the work is funded with a $12M bond and won’t raise resident taxes.

Summit Metro Parks debunked the myth that great blue herons only nest in sycamore trees, revealing that they are adaptable and nest in various locations, including ground and artificial platforms.

The Cleveland Metroparks Zoo welcomed a newborn saki monkey on January 19, the fifth child of the primate pair Lopez and Luis.

The City of Mentor reminds residents that winter activities can impact the watershed, advising cautious use of salt and proper disposal of pollutants to protect the environment.

The City Commission approved a project to modernize Farwell Park with new play equipment, including a Cedar Point-themed playground and a zip line, by spring 2026.

Ohio's Independence Dam State Park introduces a Storybook Trail offering educational fun with a Dolly Parton Imagination Library book and outdoor activities.

Ohio's Harrison Lake State Park campground received upgrades, including an ADA-compliant shower house and full utility sites, enhancing the camping experience.