Peter Chakerian
Lifelong Northeast Ohio resident, writer, editor, author and cultural maven with 20 years of professional reporting. My work has appeared locally in the Plain Dealer, Akron Beacon Journal, Scene, OhioAuthority.com and more. I have authored two books. Nationally, my work has appeared in the Boston Globe, Denver Westword, Phoenix New Times, Pittsburgh City Paper, St. Louis Riverfront Times, Blogcritics.org, Yahoo!, America On-Line and Compuserve. Separate from journalism, I have corporate and non-profit clients that I provide copy for, ranging from annual reports and summaries, to marketing collateral and grants.
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Two Local Institutions Help Clevelanders by Starting at HomeOhio Design Centre's Floor Sample Sale offers designer furnishings and interior decor at incredible discounts. Proceeds benefit the Cleveland Furniture Bank, a nonprofit helping less fortunate Clevelanders furnish their homes.
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The Big Deal: Savings "in the Cards" for Cleveland's Avid FoodiesThe Best Food Deals in Cleveland start here.
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Lamenting AMC's "Rubicon" -- Undone by a Conspiracy?Why was AMC's brilliant show "Rubicon" axed? Some think there's a conspiracy behind the show's untimely end.
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Cleveland: The Home Of... Economic Recovery?It may not feel like things are coming up roses for Cleveland, but author/columnist Neal Peirce says economic recovery for the nation runs squarely through the former "Sixth City" and its many Midwestern sisters.
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Where to Find Midnight Movies in ClevelandCleveland offers the requisite midnight showings of every soon-to-be blockbuster gets at the Cineplex these days. Remember those "late night" film screenings popularized in the late 1970s and early 1980s? Two movie houses have perfected the artform.
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Laura Calder Talks TurkeyLaura Calder is all about creating rich, simple and elegant food. Her show, offers viewers the ways and means to sumptuous dinners, desserts and more. Our interview finds parallels between American and Canadian Thanksgiving cuisine. -
Denver ballot measure on aliens is out of this worldOne weird, odd and zany ballot measure questions political sanity in a way far scarier than Jon Stewart's rally.
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Jon Stewart's faux news triggers more questionsFake or not, Stewart has tapped into something he has skated around for a really long time: reality. And no matter what happens at Saturday's Rally to Restore Sanity" in Washington DC, that's no joke.
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Dan Moulthrop and Co. merge Internet journalism with grassroots activismDan Moulthrop and Co. merge Internet journalism with grassroots activism. -
Inside Vermilion's Woollybear Festival and the northeast Ohio legend(s) behind itNortheast Ohio winters often crawl at a caterpillar's pace. It stands to reason that the largest one-day festival in Ohio ushers in colder days and celebrates a weather-predicting caterpillar in the process. -
Cleveland is (gasp!) fourth-worst winter weather city in the U.SCleveland has been named "4th Worst Winter Weather City in the U.S." by the Farmers' Almanac. Hope they didn't work too hard on that one. -
Behind the mask of the Cleveland Browns' biggest superfansIt's no secret that the Browns are off to a dismal 0-2 start this year, but that never keeps this die-hard, often-costumed cult of personality away. -
The Old Arcade: a look at a national treasure, 120 years youngThe Old Arcade: a look at a national treasure, 120 years young -
Floating a recycled boat on Lake ErieEdgewater Park hosts a recycled-boat race event as part of the Cleveland Museum of Natural History's annual conservation symposium. -
Family-friendly "Farewell to Summer" party celebrates at Cleveland's freshwater wonderIf there's one thing that Northeast Ohioans know, it's the seasons. This Saturday, residents can celebrate one of the hottest summers on record at Edgewater Park. -
Food Network proclaims West Side Market as "Best Food Lovers' Market"The esteemed Cleveland marketplace, which celebrates a century of business in 2012, has been named one of the Top Ten Food Destinations in America by preeminent "foodie" resource, TV's Food Network. -
MOCA Cleveland moves uptownThe new, four-story MOCA Cleveland headquarters is an onyx jewel of sorts -- a multifaceted, darkly mirrored building designed by International Architecture Award-winner Farshid Moussavi of Foreign Office Architects. -
Cleveland's landmark concert venuesAs "The Home of Rock and Roll," Cleveland has plenty of music history, especially as it relates to storied live music venues. In honor of the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame and Museum's 15th Anniversary Celebration, here are Cleveland's most famed ones. -
Black Sheep's "The Choice is Yours" Inspires Timewarp, iTunes Buy and Road TunesBlack Sheep's "The Choice is Yours" Kia Commercial Inspires Timewarp, iTunes buy... and road tunes for the existing family truckster. "How you like me now?"
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Cleveland's smokestack flameIt may not be Cleveland's answer to the Olympic Torch, but the Arcelor-Mittal (formerly LTV) Cleveland Works smokestack is hard to ignore. It might just be the city's biggest historical icon and metaphor - more emblematic than even the Terminal Tower.
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Remembering Harvey PekarA new level of sadness has complicated the loss of underground comic book iconoclast Harvey Pekar: he didn't really finalize a will. But a plan this weekend aims to resolve some internment issues and expenses. -
Getting behind the lens of Janet MacoskaRock and roll is referred to as a soundtrack for life. For award-winning Cleveland photojournalist Janet Macoska, the soundtrack to her professional life and career starts with Sonny & Cher. -
The best of August in Northeast OhioAugust means many things to many people. For some, it portends school clothes shopping and a return to bedtimes and routines. For others, it's a manic, last gasp of summer fun. Read on if your mind is on the latter.
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Aerosmith to party at the Rock Hall - Will you be there?The Ohio Lottery Commission recently launched a new branded instant game that features the group's likeness. Top prize for the scratch-off game? An exclusive party with the legendary rockers at the Rock Hall. -
LeBron James' Departure Hits All New FrothThe microbrewer, which regularly produces beverages honoring the region's history, added to their local lore with a limited-edition beverage that bids "adieu" to former Cleveland Cavaliers star. -
Nationally-acclaimed Cain Park Arts Festival continues to wow localsThe fest in Cleveland Heights features 150 exhibitors and is expected to draw a staggering 60,000 people to a beautiful outdoor venue.
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Ohio Lottery fraud investigation leads to Ravenna store owner arrestThe arrest of Sadhuram R. Patel, 47, owner of Vale Edge Market in Ravenna, came after a six-week investigation by Ravenna Police and Ohio Lottery Investigators.
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Tremont's Chiplis, neighborhood recover after failed robbery attemptInternationally known Cleveland artist Jeff Chiplis was shot on Saturday morning, June 12, around 12:35 a.m. The Tremont neighborhood is stabilizing after the incident, much like the artist himself.
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Three Summer Cocktail RecipesThese three summer cocktails turn classics on their proverbial ear. Wake up your partygoers with these soon-to-be-favorites.
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Three Summer Drink Recipes with RumThese three summer rum cocktails turn classics on their proverbial ear. Wake up your partygoers with these soon-to-be-favorites.
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Three Summer Vodka Drink RecipesThese three summer vodka cocktails turn classics on their proverbial ear. Wake up you partygoers with these soon-to-be-favorites.
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Cleveland: One of the "manliest" Midwestern citiesThe old Cleveland motto splayed across T-shirts in the 1970s and 1980s read, "Cleveland: You've Got to Be Tough!" Apparently, you have to be manly, as well. At least, that's what research expert Bert Sperling's recent study says.
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A cool million for a "Big Money" player in LakewoodLakewood resident Christopher Robinson took a chance on winning at the Ohio Lottery's "Big Money" instant game. And win big money, he did...
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The best of July in Northeast OhioAny Northeast Ohio native will tell you there's even more to the hottest month of the year than the requisite fireworks and outstanding Cleveland Orchestra concert. July features some of the region's best offerings.
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Sports heroes of Northeast Ohio: A historyThere have been a number of athletes, coaches and other sporting types who have come from Northeast Ohio. Here's a rundown of the many sports heroes, produced right here in the region.
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Big Northeast Ohio Lottery winners take June by stormBig winners dominate this week's edition of the Ohio Lottery Blog, with an entire student body, staff and faculty taking top honors.
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Best indie bookstores in Northeast OhioSummertime means recreational reading time. Score your beach, train and airplane reads at these favorite indie haunts for regional bookworms. They're infinitely satisfying.
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Best Al Fresco Dining Options in ClevelandClevelanders always have a long, cold winter to contend with. Al fresco dining is not just good for the subzero thaw, it's good for the soul and Cleveland does it right.
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Interview: Kathleen Burke, executive director of the Ohio Lottery CommissionOhio Lottery players know a lot about their favorite games, retailers and drawing dates. But what do they (and you) know about the organization's leader? Meet Kathleen Burke.
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Best restaurants in Cleveland to take out-of-town guestsFamily and friends are in from out of town. They want a night out with upscale dining ambiance, creativity in flavor and a range of mouth-watering delicacies. Where to take them? Here are some of the finer "tables" to be had in Cleveland.
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Cleveland Public Hall: New life for a legendary venue?At 88 years young, the home of the 2009 Rock and Roll Hall of Fame Induction Ceremonies is showing every bit of its history. But a plan exists to return Public Auditorium to its former glory.
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Best Wine Events in Northeast OhioIs Northeast Ohio the center of the Midwestern wine universe? The region has a thriving wine (and wine tourism) business that showcases over 100 different wineries and vineyards and dozens of great events. Here are the region's best.
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The Summer of LeBron: More Than a (Blame) GameWhere's the single-minded, focused and genuine "light up Cleveland up like Vegas" LeBron James? No one will know until July, when the Rust Belt's "Basketball Jesus" has a "Come to Jesus" of his own. We are all Witnesses. And all very much to blame.
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Best beer-related events in Northeast OhioWhere are tasty brews paired with great Northeast Ohio events? Check out the rundown here.
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Best summer arts festivals in ClevelandSummertime in Cleveland means festival time. Many of these great family-friendly festivals rejoice in Northeast Ohio's history, ethnic traditions and the cultural arts. Expect a full dance card.
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The best of summertime in ClevelandHere's the 411 on Where to Be and What to Do During Northeast Ohio's Warmest Months.
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Going car-free in ClevelandTrying to save money or the environment? Want to lessen the country's dependence on foreign oil and increase national security? Do you hate commuting and traffic? Maybe it's time to give up your car. Wait, what?
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Four days in May, 40 years later: A journalist's personal account of the Kent State University shootingsWhat was it like to be at Kent State University on May 4, 1970? One local reporter arrived shortly after the shots were fired. He shares his memories of the fateful day.
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Cultural Differences to Expect when Doing Business in ChinaChinese business practices, culture and etiquette can be challenging for Westerners to navigate. Here are some tips to remember when doing business with Chinese partners.
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Three Northeast Ohioans claim $10,000 each via Ohio Lottery instant gamesThat could buy quite a vacation, home entertainment system or summer barbecue. Just sayin'.
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Ohio Lottery's "Cash Explosion Double Play" gives winners a moment in the spotlight"Cash Explosion Double Play" is one of the nation's first, not to mention longest running, Lottery game shows.
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Proper Business Attire in FranceWearing the proper business attire in France can mean the difference between success and failure for American import professionals who choose to conduct business there.
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Ohio Lottery's instant games make winners without the waitBranded instant lottery games are among the most appealing ito players nationwide. The Ohio Lottery Commission has recognized this trend with its offerings.
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Northern Ohio teacher scores second Ohio Lottery Teacher of the Year nodA seventh-grade world studies teacher at McPherson Middle School in Clyde, Ohio, (near Toledo) won the Ohio Lottery Teacher of the Month Award last month - his second win in three years.
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Former Cleveland lawyer and alleged Ponzi schemer Dale Zucker arrested at California Wal-MartMarshals tracked the fleeing medical-malpractice and personal-injury attorney to Texas, then California. He was detained just before noon PST Monday, April 26.
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Four days in May, 40 years later: Remembering the Kent State shootingsMay 4, 1970, is a date that will live in infamy for Northeast Ohio residents and the world. Here are some planned points of interest for the anniversary held in Kent.
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Deconstructing Fashion Week Cleveland and the city's fashion sceneCleveland is known for its wealth of natural resources; affordable housing; invigorated theater district; and great art, restaurant and music scenes. But Cleveland as a hub for fashion? One step away from the Bravo network's "Project Runway" series?
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I won the Ohio Lottery! Umm... So, now what?Includes Ohio Lottery Thursday evening and Friday midday numbers.
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Top Three Microbrewed Beers in OhioSummer's coming. Do you have the best Buckeye State brew for your picnics and parties? You might find them here.
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How to save up to $5,000 a year by living the green life in ClevelandWith today's economy and environment, every move to tighten your belt and protect the planet speaks makes sense. Here are 30 ways Clevelanders can do it.
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Powerball and the history of the Ohio LotteryEight years after launching Mega Millions, the Ohio Lottery starts another multistate game: Powerball.
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A Look Inside Cleveland's Original (and Short-Lived) Punk SceneIt's been an interesting year for punk rock, and Cleveland's had a few of the headlines.
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Cultural Differences to Expect when Doing Business in CanadaTo build and maintain successful business partnerships, it is wise to be aware of the customs, history and value system that exist in Canada.
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Notable Ohio Concerts Shut Down (or Nearly So) by Law EnforcementDozens of high profile artists have had concerts across the country halted by police; some of the most notable ones have happened right here in Ohio. Read on.
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LeBron James: The Making of an MVP... And a ManSportswriters Terry Pluto and Brian Windhorst offer an unparalleled view into Cleveland Cavaliers power forward and basketball prodigy, LeBron James.
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The Northeast Ohio Record Store ExperienceIndependently operated music retailers cater to loving, appreciative audience clamoring for more
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Minor League Baseball in Northern OhioBaseball season in Northern Ohio is a summer-long "party on the move" with unparalleled minor league action.
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Northeast Ohio Indie Film Festival RoundupNortheast Ohio is a hotbed for independent film activity. Read on, and you won't be "left in the dark."
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Rockefeller's Legacy in ClevelandGraves attract unusual remembrance items. Three roses and cognac were left at Edgar Allan Poe's grave. Fans of Chaucer, Dickens and Kipling festoon Westminster Abbey. Jim Morrison's crypt was regularly defaced, so officials implemented 24-hour security.
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Cleveland: The "Most Miserable" City Strikes BackFor many Cleveland-area residents, Forbes magazine's No. 1 "Most Miserable City" distinction was taken personally and considered fighting words far beyond the pale. One might call the response galvanizing.