By Kim Fickett

Two Akron Quilts of Valor will be on display as part of the Quilts of Valor Exhibit at the Plymouth County Museum starting at 2 p.m., Sunday, June 14 and running throughout the summer.

By Kim Fickett

A new volunteer-centered program launched by the Akron and Westfield Growth Alliance (AWGA) has proven successful in its inaugural year.

By Kim Fickett

With less than a month to the start of farmers market season in Akron, the official calendar of events has been released.

The Akron Hometowner 

By Sabrina Escalante 

Join Kathy Yoder for an inspiring and heartfelt talk on finding gratitude in life’s toughest moments at 1 p.m., June 17, at the Wesley United Methodist Church, 350 Main St. The event is hosted by New Horizons United Church of Christ. 

By Greg Bates

Contributing writer 

After starting the season with just one victory in their first five games, the Akron-Westfield softball team may have turned a corner.

By Greg Bates

Contributing writer 

The young players on the Akron-Westfield baseball team have had to get acclimated to the varsity game at a quick pace. 

By Kim FIckett

Clear your calendar on June 7 and gather at the Akron-Westfield School Auditorium to celebrate the A-W students who advanced to National History Day (NHD) Nationals in College Park, Maryland.

By Kim Fickett

Demolition of a piece of the Akron skyline began on Tuesday, May 26.

Central Valley Ag will spend the next two weeks demolishing the white grain elevator that has stood as a community landmark since 1954.