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Randall W. Starkey
Randall W. “Randy” Starkey, 60, of Garrettsville, formerly of Warren, passed away at his home on Monday, January 15, 2024. He was born June 15, 1963, in Parkersburg, WV, to the late Stanley D. “Red” Starkey, Sr., and Carolyn Lorraine.
He attended Warren Western Reserve High School. Randy enjoyed fishing,...
Calvin J. Grant
Calvin J. Grant, 68, of Leavittsburg, Ohio passed away on Saturday, January 13, 2023 at Hospice House.
He was born the son of Herman and Ines (Belknap) on February 12, 1955 in Ravenna, Ohio.
After receiving his formal education, he worked a variety of jobs including Camp Hi.
In his spare time,...
Join Portage Park District for a Groundhog Hike in Mantua
February 3rd is the halfway point through winter, but the 2nd is when we ask these furry friends for their own forecast. Let’s learn more about groundhogs and what may (or may not) qualify them to be meteorological prognosticators.
February 2, 2024
11:00am to 12:00pm
Headwaters Trail
4501 Mill Street
Mantua, OH 44255
We’re All Invited
Community Calendar
Aspire Programs
Mondays & Wednesdays
The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required...
Backyard Critters 4H installs “blessing box” at Freedom Township Hall
The Backyard Critters 4-H group has built a blessing box to install at the Freedom Town Hall where we have our monthly meetings. It was thought of by club mom Crystal Lee and between dads Matt Hickman and Terry Jordan the kids were able to be guided to getting...
Letters to the Editor
Thank you from the Garrettsville People Tree
Your 2023 donations provided toys and food for 195 Families
We would like to THANK everyone in our amazing community for coming together to help provide over 275 children something to open Christmas morning. We had so much help to make this season so...
Patricia Jean Paxton
Patricia Jean Paxton 79 of Garrettsville passed away Tuesday January 16, 2024, at Burton Health Care Center. She was born January 23, 1944, in Garrettsville to the late Marshal N., and Mary R. (Bezek) Mattews. She graduated from Middlefield High School. Patricia worked for Briar Hill Nursing Home as...
Grant applications for critical needs focused programs in Portage County are...
United Way of Portage County is accepting grant applications for critical needs-focused programs serving Portage County. The deadline to apply is Feb. 16.
United Way of Portage County invests funds raised during its annual campaign through a volunteer-led review and recommendation process. Grant review volunteers engage in a process that...
Handsome Clyde
Clyde had to have a dental done and a lot of teeth pulled. He is feeling much better now. He also got neutered. Clyde is vaccinated and tested negative for leukemia/FIV.
Clyde co-exists with my other cats. He is a stunning, long hair, gray and white cat. I adore...
Leave a Legacy! Preserving Geauga County Farmland for Generations to Come
The Clean Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP) provides funding to assist landowners in preserving farmland. The program purchases agricultural easements from landowners who volunteer to keep their land in agricultural production in perpetuity. For the seventh year, the Geauga County Board of County Commissioners, with assistance from...
St. Joseph, Mantua to Hold 300 Club Fundraiser
St. Joseph Parish in Mantua is holding a 300 Club Fundraiser in 2024. Three hundred tickets will be sold at $100.00 each, starting in January and running until November 1, 2024.
There will be a fantastic dinner at St. Nicholas Banquet Center, 755 S. Cleveland Ave., Mogadore, Ohio 44260, on...
Auctions In Middlefield
Monday Afternoon/Evening Auction. Middlefield, OH –The Heritage Marketplace Consignment Auction held in the event center is open year round at 15848 Nauvoo Road Market and opens at noon on Monday. The Consignment Auction begins at 5:30 p.m.; Consignment Check-in: 7 a.m.-4:30 p.m.; Bid on a Broad Array of Auction...
TIME FOR A W-A-L-K?
Enjoy a park with other dogs, dog-walkers and Naturalist Karie
Dogs and your humans, take a winter walk with Naturalist Karie Wheaton and other park-going pooches during an upcoming Hound Hike – no registration required!
Hound Hikes this season are slated for Wednesday, January 24, from 2 to 3 p.m. at...
We’re All Invited
Community Calendar
Aspire Programs
Mondays & Wednesdays
The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required...
PCDL Winter Reading Challenge
Portage County District Library will host Warm Up With a Good Book - Winter Reading Challenge starting January 8 - February 24! Register now at portagecountyoh.beanstack.com/reader365 or any PCDL branch location to track your reads, write book reviews and participate in fun activities to earn digital tickets and badges.
Backyard Maple Syrup Workshop and Home Kitchen Confections Workshop on Saturday,...
Maple Producers of NE Ohio are inviting you to attend two workshops that will take you from tree to table and beyond, not only making the syrup but turning that syrup into delicious maple treats. Come to one or both.
Workshop One – Backyard Maple Syrup Maker - Are you...
Norma Jean (Nelson) Keslar
Norma Jean (Nelson) Keslar, 83, Garrettsville, passed away Saturday evening, December 30, 2023 with her loving family by her side.
Norma will always be remembered for her humbleness and sense of humor besides so many other wonderful qualities.
She was born February 20, 1940 in Mount Pleasant, Pennsylvania, the daughter of...
David Patrick Kilroy
David Patrick Kilroy, 80, of Windham, passed away Monday, January 1, 2024. He was born in Cleveland on September 11, 1943, to the late Francis and Nancy (Bishop) Kilroy.
He will be deeply missed by his loving wife, Carol (Robinson) Kilroy, with whom he was blessed to share 56 years...
Explore Local Heritage: Shalersville Historical Society’s Open Meeting Invitation
Shalersville Historical Society will kick off the 2024 season with its first general meeting on Sunday, February 11, at 3 PM at our museum located at 9154 St Rt 44. Please note the different day and time for the month of February. Come join us to learn about the...
We’re All Invited
Community Calendar
Aspire Programs
Mondays & Wednesdays
The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required...
Woodland Wednesdays: Oh Deer, is that Oak Wilt?
Many factors contribute to forest economics, but managing forest health is key to the potential value of your woodlot. Join us for an in-person Woodland Wednesdays program on February 21st at 6:00 pm at the VFW Post 1055, 6000 New Milford Road, Ravenna, OH 44266 for “Oh Deer, Is...
Foundation for Geauga Parks offers conservation education scholarships
The Foundation for Geauga Parks (FGP) is pleased to announce that we will again be offering scholarships to graduating high school seniors in the class of 2024 who live in or attend school in Geauga County and intend to continue their education in fields of science, natural resource management...
Now Screening for Class of ‘37
It’s time to register for a Kindergarten Screening appointment if your child will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2024. To complete online documents, visit our website, www.jagschools.org, click on Menu, scroll down to the FinalForms link. Please call Kristine @ the Elementary office, 330-527-2184, for a...
Legal Notices
Notice is hereby given that copies of the proposed tax budget of the Crestwood Local School District, Portage County, Ohio for the fiscal year ending June 30, 2025 are on file in the office of the Treasurer of the Board of Education and open for public inspection during regular...
Unveiling the New Brimfield Branch: Join Us for the Grand Opening
The Portage County District Library will be opening the doors to the new Brimfield Branch this January. The official grand opening and ribbon cutting will take place Saturday, January 20, 2024 at 1:00 p.m. The new library is located at 4286 Kelso Drive, Brimfield, OH 44224. The ribbon opening...
Board of Public Affairs discusses maintenance, equipment updates
The December meeting of the Board of Public Affairs convened on Monday, December 11, 2023, at 6:30 p.m. with all members in attendance: Board President Ed Maresh, Board Members Ben Coll and Michael Sherer, Solicitor Michele Stuck, Superintendent Jeff Sheehan, Mayor Rick Patrick, and Fiscal Officer Donna Love. Also...
Community Development Grant spurs transformation at Freedom Township Historical Society
The Freedom Township Historical Society is beginning the new year with a bang! This week contractors are supposed to start (weather permitting) tearing out the old front steps to the school and replacing them with a different design. We are also the recipients of a sidewalk on the west...
Portage Foundation Appoints Heidi Johnson as Community Engagement Manager
The Portage Foundation is pleased to announce the appointment of Heidi Johnson as the organization’s new Community Engagement Manager. In this role, she will work to advance the Foundation’s mission to foster community relationships, promote philanthropy, and impact causes in Portage County.
Johnson brings a wealth of experience in community...
Make Healthy Humidity a Priority
Winter is quickly approaching. While many homeowners want to prepare by keeping their homes warm and comfortable, they may not think so much about humidity. We all know how harsh winter air can be. While you may think your indoor air is ready to keep you safe in the...
Michael H. Hostetler
Michael H. Hostetler, 69, of Leavittsburg, OH, went home to his Lord and Savior on Wednesday, December 20, 2023. He was born February 26, 1954, in Welshfield, OH, to the late Henry and Helen (Komaranski) Hostetler.
He was a proud retiree of the U.S. Army. Mike was a great husband,...
