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Bitter rivals: “War on the Diamond” filmmaker explains the ongoing Guardians-Yankees feud
Everyone loves to hate the Yankees, especially Cleveland fans. But have you ever wondered why? In his latest documentary “War on the Diamond,” filmmaker Andy Billman dives deep into this century-old rivalry and its continued relevance.
CPT to debut the story of one woman’s 519-mile trek along the Underground Railroad
As a prelude to its Station Hope programming, Cleveland Public Theatre next week will open “The Absolutely Amazing and True Adventures of Ms. Joan Evelyn Southgate”—depicting the true story of Joan Evelyn Southgate's  519-mile walk to retrace the paths on the Underground Railroad.
#StreetsofCLE: Snapshot at the bus stop
FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski provides a peek into the everyday lives of Clevelanders going about their business in the neighborhoods and on the streets of Cleveland.
Bartender earns contest victory, Ukrainian support with her espresso martini
Cut 151 Supper Club bartender Angela Campanella entered her espresso martini in a cocktail competition held by Cleveland Independents and Stoli Group, and won $500 and a $500 donation in her name to World Central Kitchen to help aid Ukraine.
How the distributive leadership model gets more done for environmental justice
Black Environmental Leaders Association and the Global Shapers Cleveland Hub have seemed to figure out a way to get more done with fewer people—approaching the work from a distributive leadership model—where everyone is a leader in the fight for environmental justice. Meet five of those leaders and their motivations behind the work they do.
 
Robert P. Madison, man of many architectural, personal triumphs
Cleveland Masterworks: Robert P. Madison has created his own legacy—from his designs for buildings like Park Place Apartments or Fatima Family Center in Hough, to his work on the Rock Hall and Browns stadium—but he has also accomplished a lot of firsts in his almost 99 years on this planet.
Answers to our 2022 Cleveland Guardians quiz
Took our 2022 Cleveland Guardians quiz? Check your answers here! 
FRONT Triennial makes bold strokes to draw in diverse Northeast Ohio artists
By awarding three $25,000 Arts Futures fellowships, FRONT Triennial plans to bring diverse voices to the forefront for its 2022 editions and beyond.
#CLEative Groove: Meet Krista Tomorowitz, creator of Selvage Garments
Our #CLEative Groove series puts the spotlight on our city’s creative makers and shakers! Read on for our next installment with Krista Tomorowitz, creator of Selvage Garments.
The Guardians start the 2022 MLB season this week: What do you know about our home team?
The Cleveland Guardians take the field this week in the start of the 2022 MLB season. How much do you know about our home team with a new name? Take our quiz!
Who’s Hiring in the CLE: City of Cleveland, Metroparks, RTA, Rock Hall, and more
Need a job? Check out the latest edition of FreshWater Cleveland's “Who’s Hiring” series, where we feature growing companies with open positions, what they’re looking for. 
 
And… it’s back! #CIFF46 returns with live and virtual screenings
The 46th Cleveland International Film Festival held its opening night last Wednesday, to welcome more than 300 screenings at Playhouse Square over 11 days, followed by eight days of virtual screenings. FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski was there to document the entire evening. 
Double your pleasure: Pins Mechanical Co. and 16-Bit Bar + Arcade opens in Ohio City
From duckpin bowling and skeeball to pinball and classic console games, Rise Brands' 16-Bit Bar + Arcade and Pins Mechanical Company have all the gaming entertainment in one large Ohio City complex. 
#StreetsofCLE: Snapshot on Euclid Avenue in East Cleveland
FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski provides a peek into the everyday lives of Clevelanders going about their business in the neighborhoods and on the streets of Cleveland.
Ticket to Ride: Stories of one teen runaway’s quest to meet the Beatles
In 1964, after attending a Beatles concert at Public Auditorium, two teenagers skipped town and ran to England in search of the Fab Four. Nearly 60 years later, Janice Mitchell recounts her antics and how her quest to meet the Beatles led to a career path in journalism and, eventually, as an investigator solving murders.
AT&T continues to close CLE's digital divide with investment in Glenville
On its quest to narrow the digital divide, AT&T opened its second Connected Leaning Center earlier this month at Ashbury Senior Computer Community Center in Glenville, and announced the availability of AT&T Fiber to hundreds of homes in the neighborhood.
Action! CIFF46 gets rolling next week with hybrid format, eight local films
The 46th Cleveland International Film Festival gets rolling on Wednesday, March 30 with 146 feature films, 182 short films, and eight films with Cleveland or Ohio ties.  
Metroparks Trail Challenge: A fun, but muddy loop while en route to Deer Lick Cave
Writer Erin O'Brien is chronicling her adventures participating in the Cleveland Metroparks 2022 Trail Challenge—completing either 10 or 20 Metroparks trails by biking, hiking, paddling, running, skating or walking. Read her latest installment here.
Metroparks announces long-term project to renovate and expand RainForest, create Primate Forest
As part of a 10-year capital campaign, the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo on Tuesday announced the start of the transformation of the RainForest into the Primate Forest—a renovated new home for the Zoo's gorillas and orangutans. 
Who’s Hiring in the CLE: LMM, Restoration Society, YMCA, Home Depot, and more
Need a job? Check out the latest edition of FreshWater Cleveland's “Who’s Hiring” series, where we feature growing companies with open positions, what they’re looking for.