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1. Scam caller claims to be with sheriff's office: Chagrin Falls police blotter (cleveland.com) — Chagrin Falls police recently handled a phone scam where a caller posed as the sheriff’s office, a missing-person case involving a resident who was safely located, and a welfare check for an elderly neighbor. The blotter also notes a threats report, offering a snapshot of current safety concerns and how local officers are responding.
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2. Arraignment for 80-year-old accused in shooting at Geauga County dog park after ‘political' argument (fox19.com) — An 80-year-old man from Chagrin Falls is facing a felonious assault charge after a Bainbridge Township dog-park shooting that allegedly followed a heated argument about Donald Trump. Prosecutors say the victim, from Auburn Township, was shot once and needed multiple life-saving surgeries, while the defense argues the Chagrin Falls man acted in self-defense as the case moves to Geauga County Common Pleas Court.
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3. 2026 News-Herald boys lacrosse all-stars (news-herald.com) — Chagrin Falls lacrosse players are well-represented on the News-Herald’s 2026 boys all-star teams, with midfielder Owen Adelman earning first-team honors and defender Jack Gellin named to the second team. Several Tigers also appear on the honor roll, reflecting a strong season for the program alongside standout athletes from Kenston, Gilmour, Chardon, and other area schools.
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4. FDA approves first new sunscreen ingredient in 20-plus years (spectrumnews1.com) — A new FDA-approved sunscreen ingredient, BEMT, is coming to U.S. products, and a Chagrin Falls Drug Mart pharmacist explains why it could be a safer, longer-lasting option for families. Used for decades in Europe and Asia, BEMT offers strong UVA and UVB protection without easily absorbing into the skin, and is considered safe for adults and children over six months.
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5. How far can one rotisserie chicken go? 3 easy recipes to stretch dinner and save money (news5cleveland.com) — A Chagrin Falls chef at Stir Studio Kitchen shows how one grocery-store rotisserie chicken can be stretched into three meals, helping families cut back on pricey takeout. The piece walks through recipes for chicken paprikash, chicken tinga tacos, and chicken salad, and compares rotisserie prices at major chains so you can shop more strategically.
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