Heights Arts is about to launch it's 15^th Close Encounters concert series—this year in a virtual format, partnering with Bop Stop. 

A steering committee in Euclid is exploring the potential formation of a new, independent community development corporation to empower residents to help develop their surroundings.

The Urban League of Greater Cleveland's recent launch of a local chapter of My Brother's Keeper helps underserved Black youth reach their full potential with a web of resources designed to strengthen their careers and skill sets.

Like so many others, Slavic Village residents face mounds of paperwork and uncooperative landlords as they try to stave off eviction. But housing advocates are trying to keep these residents from slipping through the cracks.

Northeast Ohio is changing. These are the people shaping its future. Our latest installment.

The Cleveland Shops quarterly sale offers gift certificates with great savings at local retailers. But there's a limited supply, so act fast!

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.

FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski provides a peek into the everyday lives of Clevelanders going about their business in the neighborhoods and streets of Cleveland. This week, he spotted someone special.

United Way of Greater Cleveland's 211 Healthlink line is now offering resources and assistance in getting the COVID-19 vaccine.

When the coronavirus pandemic hit, home healthcare workers had to make some changes to protect themselves, and their patients, while caring for some of the most vulnerable.

Cleveland civic organizations encourage residents to get out and enjoy what the city has to offer (in a responsible way) this winter. 

FreshWater contributing editor Jen Jones Donatelli is kicking off another installment of her Creative Groove course.

Designed for enthusiastic individuals who are not content with sitting on the sidelines, Bridge Builders is a group of professionals who are keen on becoming community leaders.

Learning pods at Esperanza and the Boys and Girls Clubs are helping some Spanish-speaking CMSD students keep up with their school work in a remote learning environment.

Seeing a need for school supplies in Cleveland communities, and following the words of Rev. Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the founders of the Black Diamond Foundation and The Missing Link teamed up to organize a school supplies drive in honor of the holiday.

FreshWater managing photographer Bob Perkoski provides a peek into the everyday lives of Clevelanders going about their business in the neighborhoods and streets of Cleveland.

In honor of Martin Luther King Jr. Day, the Western Reserve Historical Society and other University Circle institutions are hosting online events and programs to spend the holiday reflecting, learning, and serving. 

In a world where hiding victims is easier than ever, Ohio advocates fighting human trafficking are working harder than ever to save those affected. 

Brite Winter is stepping into the TwiBrite Zone this weekend, kicking off a four-part virtual music series that acknowledges the long, strange year that was 2020.