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Who’s Hiring in CLE: Cleveland VOTES, Botanical Garden, Near West Recreation, Heinen’s
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 how to apply.  
Help name the new baby Bornean Orangutan born in April at Metroparks Zoo
The orangutan born in April at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo needs a name! Vote on your favorite choice when you make a donation to support orangutan conservation.
Green Ribbon Coalition resumes dialogues around downtown lakefront development and the stadium
The Green Ribbon Coalition will resume its Possibilities Dialogue forum around an accessible, connected ribbon of neighborhood, community and regional parks, trails, and nature preserves along the Lake Erie waterfront.
#StreetsofCLE: Snapshot on West 25th Street and Clark Avenue
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.
Light Up the Lake: July 4 fireworks celebration planned
Cleveland's Light up the Lake fireworks spectacular is planned for July 4.
Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund awards more than $78,500 to two organizations
The Greater Cleveland COVID-19 Rapid Response Fund awarded $78,500 to two organizations and groups this week in the 14th cycle of biweekly grants.
Neurodesign fellowship aims to build a medtech ecosystem in Cleveland through collaboration
A collaborative effort between CWRU and Cleveland Clinic has created Cleveland NeuroDesign Innovation Fellowship to develop a workforce in Cleveland that takes our medtech resources and turns them into companies.
We need your help: Take the NEO SoJo survey
NEO SoJo needs your help in deciding our focus for this year. Find out how to take our survey here. 
St. Paul’s Episcopal Church: A grand church on Millionaire’s Row that survived the migration east
Masterworks: The former St. Paul’s Episcopal Church at the intersection of Euclid Avenue and East 40th Street is one of the lasting mementos of Millionaire's Row.
Something to Tweet about: Little Birdie Wine Nest to inhabit old West Creek Tavern space in Parma
For as long as she can remember, Robin Keenan has been driving past the hilly intersection of Broadview Road and Ridgewood Drive and envisioning what could be. In 2022, the Parma native's dream will come to fruition as she takes over the property for a brand-new 8,500-square-foot facility for her business, Little Birdie Wine Nest.
Preservation celebration: Cleveland Restoration Society, AIA recognize notable restoration projects
Cleveland Restoration Society's annual Celebration of Preservation awards will take place virtually on Thursday, May 20. Get a sneak peak at some of the winners here.
Spicing things up: Restauranteur Bebenroth is reinventing take out with Keep the Change Collective
After a dark year and making the decision to close Spice Kitchen + Bar, culinary innovator and restauranteur Ben Bebenroth has reinvented the takeout scene with Keep The Change Kitchen Collective.
$3 million gift to the Cleveland Zoological Society will bring a refreshed, new look to the Zoo
A gift from the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Supporting Foundation will add a new public auditorium, guest services hub, and renovate 57-year-old administration facility at Metroparks Zoo.
First annual downtown Juneteenth Freedom Fest is scheduled for summer
Plans are in the works for free community-driven Juneteenth celebration in downtown Cleveland this summer.
#StreetsofCLE: Snapshot in Playhouse Square
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.
Connected: Red Line Greenway opens, linking a two-mile trail to downtown Cleveland
The Red Line Greenway, which has been in the works since the 1970s, officially opened yesterday—connecting a string of trails to downtown Cleveland.
The Van Sweringen brothers: Developers of the Terminal Tower
Cleveland Masterworks: After designing the planned community of Shaker Heights, the Van Sweringen brothers move on to planning a new rail terminal—today known as the Terminal Tower.
In the bag: Pope’s Kitchen launches new line of cocktail pouches this weekend
Food entrepreneur Clark Pope is launching a new line of cocktail pouches in three flavors this summer. 
Phone calls and fliers: Clevelanders go back to basics to fight vaccine hesitancy
Millions of Americans have already rolled up their sleeves for the COVID-19 vaccine. Now comes the next phase—reaching people who are hesitant or face barriers accessing it. 
Cleveland Heights looks for mural artists to celebrate its centennial
Cleveland Heights is looking to residents for mural submissions in celebration of its upcoming 100th birthday.