Sunday, February 26, 2012
Here's a wrap-up of our biggest stories over the last few days
Here's what went on in Strongsville this week: • Store to open -- Discount Drug Mart announced both its ribbon-cutting ceremony and the day it will actually open for business. • Coyotes -- Residents on one street were concerned when they spotted a pack of five coyotes running together. • Happy Nomad -- A Strongville High grad took what he calls the "happiness plunge," leaving a six-figure job to travel to rural villages in developing countries to volunteer, learn and teach. • Traffic woes -- In response to an outpouring of complaints about traffic issues, Mayor Tom Perciak said city officials already know where the problems are and have already determined whether they can be fixed. • Business boom -- Why is retail thriving here despite a…
Wednesday, February 22, 2012
Group of 5 seen running together on Strongsville street
A pack of five coyotes seen running down Cypress Avenue last week has sparked concern in that neighborhood. Ward 2 Councilman Matt Schonhut said he learned from a resident Feb. 14 that the group was spotted the previous evening. Schonhut reported the sighting to Animal Warden Mike Roth, but said the city typically doesn't try to catch coyotes. "We're not going to take action unless it becomes a real threat," Schonhut said. "This is their breeding time, and it's not uncommon to see a pack right now." He said Roth suspects the coyotes are coming into neighborhoods from the Cleveland Metroparks. It's evident from the number of coyotes struck by cars on I-71 that they're crossing the interstate, he said. Cypress runs off Howe Road. Meanwhile, …
Thursday, August 11, 2011
Attacks on dogs and cats are a real threat
There have been no more coyote attacks on dogs reported in the last few weeks, but Animal Warden Mike Roth is warning residents to keep a close eye on their pets. At risk are "little dogs and cats," Roth said. "They love cats." He said no incidents have been reported since coyotes went after dogs on Cartwright Parkway and Eldorado Trail, both off Whitney Road, a few weeks ago. But pet owners are right to be alarmed, he said. "Keep your pets close by and on a leash," Roth advised. Coyotes are out hunting for food at night, which means your pet is most at risk during a late-evening or early morning visit to the yard. Service Director Joe Walker said the city does try to capture coyotes, but they are difficult to trap. He also said that …
Wednesday, August 3, 2011
Separate incidents prompt warnings about leaving small animals outside alone
Two coyote attacks on dogs in recent weeks are prompting warnings about leaving small pups unattended in back yards. According to local reports, coyotes injured small dogs on Eldorado Trail and Cartwright Parkway in separate incidents. In one case, the owner saw coyotes approaching; in the other, the dog was more seriously wounded. Both streets are near Whitney Road. Animal Warden Mike Roth was unavailable to provide details this week. But Service Director Joe Walker warns residents to keep a close eye on cats and smaller dogs. "If you don't have a fenced-in yard, I'd supervise these pets while they're outside," he said. Walker said Strongsville doesn't get a lot of complaints about coyotes, but predicts conflicts with them will grow. "…
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2:12 pm on Sunday, February 26, 2012
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