NILES, Ohio - Social media threats have prompted the Niles City Schools to cancel classes on Friday, December 17, 2021.

Parents were informed at about 5:30 a.m. Friday that due to growing community concerns regarding a potential threat to schools, Niles schools would be closed.

A notice from school officials says the decision was made out of an abundance of caution, adding that the safety and security of the staff and students are a top priority.