Downtown Akron Partnership

Essential Dipped Delights is a fresh gourmet Dessert Company that specializes in creating custom, unique desserts like our Cheesecake stuffed apples and Edible banana pudding Cheesecake bowls. Our desserts are great for a sweet tooth fix, gifts, corporate events and all occasions.

21 Furnace St
Akron, OH 44308
Telephone: (330) 459-9688

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City of Akron Activates Cooling Center for Wednesday July 15The City of Akron will extend hours at Summit Lake Community Center (380 W. Crosier St.) on Wednesday, July 15 to provide a cooling center for residents in need.

Polymer Industry Cluster Applauds up to $160M NSF Engine Award as a Defining Win for Akron and Northeast OhioThe selection of the NEO-SMART Engine, led by Case Western Reserve University, for the U.S. National Science Foundation’s Regional Innovation Engines program is a transformational win for Northeast Ohio’s advanced materials economy and a powerful validation of Akron’s role as the place where polymer innovation began and continues to lead. With up to $160 million available over 10 years, the award will expand the region’s capacity for manufacturing innovation, technology commercialization, workforce development and economic growth.

Mayor Malik Appoints Jessica Connell as Chief City Prosecutor and Elayna Saad Deputy Chief ProsecutorMayor Malik has appointed Jessica Connell as the City of Akron's next Chief City Prosecutor. Connell begins in the role today, July 13, 2026. She brings a wealth of criminal law experience to the position, including service as a public defender, assistant prosecutor, Police Legal Advisor, and most recently as the City's Domestic Violence and Community Prosecutor. Connell succeeds current Chief of Public Safety Craig Morgan, who previously served as the City's Chief City Prosecutor before joining Mayor Malik's administration to lead Akron's public safety efforts.

In addition to funding from downtown business and property owners, Downtown Akron Partnership receives support from the following philanthropic organizations.