🏗️ Two Ohio construction giants join forces in strategic acquisition. Baker Construction has purchased the equipment assets of Cleveland Cement Contractors, absorbing key leadership and workforce members from the 81-year-old Brooklyn Heights-based company. Cleveland Cement will complete current projects but cease bidding on new work, while Baker strengthens its position in Northern Ohio and Virginia markets. The deal complements Baker's national presence in constructing large-scale facilities like warehouses and distribution centers. Baker's CEO highlighted the acquisition as part of their strategy to expand capabilities and deliver greater value, noting shared company values of excellence, hard work, service, and integrity.
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🚨 Bank employees foiled a potential $14,000 scam targeting an elderly woman. Huntington Bank security in Richmond Heights called police after becoming suspicious when the woman tried to withdraw the large sum. Staff believed someone was waiting outside the bank to collect the money from the vulnerable customer. An off-duty Richmond Heights officer responded to the scene on March 7 to investigate the suspected fraud attempt. The quick action by alert bank employees potentially saved the senior from becoming a victim of financial exploitation.
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🚓 High-speed chase ends in fiery crash and felony charges. A Bedford Heights police officer attempted to stop a driver who ran a red light, but the suspect accelerated to over 100 mph on I-480. The chase was called off when officers lost sight of the vehicle, but they later found it crashed with the occupants fled. Police arrested the driver, who faces felony charges for fleeing, despite having no warrants and driving a non-stolen vehicle. Bedford Heights Police Chief Michael Marotta announced the department will review whether officers followed proper protocol during the pursuit.
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