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New principal of Mariemont Elementary School announced

New principal of Mariemont Elementary School announced

MARIEMONT, OH (FOX19) - Ericka Simmons will be recommended to the Mariemont Board of Education as the new principal of Mariemont Elementary School at the May 21 board meeting.

Ms. Simmons has ten years of experience in an administrative role at the elementary level; one year of experience as a district math resource teacher; and nine years of classroom teaching experience. She is currently principal at Adena Elementary School with Lakota Local Schools.

“Ms. Simmons’ professional experience provides the well-rounded background for which we were looking, and I believe she will be a valuable asset to our school, our district and our community,” said Steven Estepp, who was recently appointed as Mariemont City School District’s next superintendent. “She has demonstrated strengths in implementing strategies for improving teaching and learning through the development and consistent communication of a vision and establishment of clear goals.”

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Several people arrested after raid of Cincy motel

CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19)- Several people have been arrested after a raid at a Sycamore Township motel.

Deputies raided the Drake Motel, located on Reading Road, on Monday morning.

Several people were arrested at the scene. The motel's owner, Devas P. Desai, was arrested for obstruction of official business. No other information has been released.

Officers tell FOX19 that this raid is the result of a months long investigation into drug activity at the motel.

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Blue Ash Police supporting Click it or Ticket campaign

Blue Ash Police supporting Click it or Ticket campaign

BLUE ASH, OH (FOX19) - As motorists take to the roads this Memorial Day holiday, Blue Ash Police are urging everyone to buckle up. Beginning Monday, May 20 law enforcement officials will be out in full force, taking part in the 2013 national Click It or Ticket seat belt enforcement mobilization and cracking down on motorists who are not belted.

“The summer is almost here, and with the warm weather comes vacations, holidays, graduations, and many more activities that put more drivers on our roads.  The Blue Ash Police Department wants to remind everyone the importance of wearing your seat belt every time you get in your car.  It’s a very simple thing to do that can save your life,” commented Blue Ash Police Chief Paul Hartinger.

Blue Ash Police recently joined with Law Enforcement Officers from the Tri-State region for the 2013 Campaign Kick-Off Event.

Police investigate Dillonvale stabbing

Police investigate Dillonvale stabbing

CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19)- A 60-year-old man is recovering from a stabbing in Dillonvale.

The Hamilton County Sheriff's Department says the victim was an employee of the Apple Tree Cafe.

Investigators believe that someone followed him inside when he took the trash out just after midnight.

The man's injuries are not considered life-threatening.

The suspect is still on the loose

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Tennis program helps inner-city youths

CINCINNATI, OH (FOX19)- The Inner City Tennis Project, an organization helping Cincinnati's youth since 1982, is hosting a tournament this weekend at Kenwood Country Club.

The tournament provides competitive play for participants of all skill levels. More importantly, the tournament provides funding and awareness for a program benefiting hundreds of inner-City children.  

The organization has been providing tennis lessons to local juniors on a daily basis giving kids free equipment, shoes, clothes and guidance along the way.

The organization has been very successful. Children in the inner-City are seeing that tennis can teach them to be more complete, can give them something positive to do in the summer and lead to a better life.

Fire damages Anderson Twp. home

Fire damages Anderson Twp. home

ANDERSON TOWNSHIP, OH (FOX19)- A fire badly damaged an Anderson Township home.

It happened early Saturday morning at a home in the 8000 block of Pine Terrace Drive.

Fire officials say they got a call that smoke was coming from the laundry room. 

Before fire crews arrived, the residents got out of the home safe and crews were able to get the fire put out.

Fire officials say there is significant damage to the home's first floor.

The Red Cross arrived to assist the homeowner. There were no injuries reported.

The incident is still under investigation.

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Parade route and road closures for Memorial Day in Blue Ash

Parade route and road closures for Memorial Day in Blue Ash

BLUE ASH, OH (FOX19) - A parade route and road closure have been planned for the 61st annual Memorial Day celebrations in the city of Blue Ash.

The parade will begin on Reed Hartman Highway and Cooper Road at 10:15am on Monday, May 27.

The route will proceed east on Cooper to Kenwood, south on Kenwood to Hunt, east on Hunt and end at the Bicentennial Veterans Memorial Park on Blue Ash Towne Square.

Military organizations, non-profit organizations, and various businesses will participate in the parade.