Akron Pride Festival

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Patrons can now purchase alcoholic drinks and take them across the downtown area. The boundary was extended from 20 to 145 acres, from Lock 15 Brewing to R. Shea Brewing.

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Thousands made their way to Akron’s Hardesty park Saturday in the pursuit of celebrating love, life and pride. For attendees of the third annual Akron…