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CHS Student Awarded American Legion Trip

Mantua - “Congrats to CHS’s Zoe Simmons for earning High Honors on the American Legion’s Americanism & Government Test.” tweeted Crestwood High School Principal Dave McMahon. “Zoe will receive an all-expenses paid trip to Washington DC and Gettysburg, PA as one of 18 delegates from Ohio, along with other scholarships. Proud of you, Zoe!”  McMahon beamed. Now in its 54th...

SweetheArt & Dessert Auction This Saturday

Mantua - Roughly 15 years ago, the Mantua Center School was purchased by Mantua Township from the Crestwood School District when the District consolidated elementary students on one larger campus. Prompted by the possibility of the building’s alternative use as a gathering space, as well as historical significance and sentimental for the structure, township trustees, with residents’ approval, purchased...

David Belknap Sworn in to Mantua-Shalersville Fire District

Mantua - At the last Mantua-Shalersville Fire District meeting, the board witnessed the swearing in of full-time firefighter David Belknap. Belknap, a Windham resident, is a 2012 graduate of Windham High School. He worked for three years as a part-time firefighter prior to earning the full-time position. In other news, Chief Roosa shared the results of the department’s 2018 Incident...

News From Mantua Village

Mantua- At the December 2018 meeting, resident Jason Wysong presented Council with documentation from the Ad Hoc Committee that was convened with the goal of gathering facts, information, and ideas regarding the current state of the village’s water treatment plant & waste water treatment plant. Initially, the group reviewed the August 2018 WTP & WWTP Facilities Plan prepared by...

Crestwood School Board News

Mantua - At the last Board meeting, Superintendent David Toth shared some information on a new proposal under consideration by State Legislators to consider alternative pathways for students to receive a high school diploma. If you recall, recent changes in graduation requirements had been made that deem that an estimated 30% of Ohio’s high school seniors would not fulfill...

MCCC Story Time Celebrates Over a Decade of Learning & Fun

Mantua - If you stop by the Mantua Center Christian Church on any given Thursday morning, you may find the church overrun with singing, giggling preschoolers. That’s because from 10:30 - 11:30, the church hosts a free story time program for children aged two to five, their siblings, and caregivers. Now in its 11th year, the program began when MCCC’s...

CHS Musicians Perform at KSU

This blustery weekend, young musicians from several area high schools were invited to participate in the 2019 Kent State All-Star Band. In spite of the inhospitable weather, eight CHS students and their families braved the elements to take advantage of this prestigious honor. This honor band opportunity brought over 175 high school students to Kent State’s main campus for a...

NAPA Auto Parts Opens in Mantua

Mantua - While it’s been in the works for a while, NAPA Auto Parts is finally open in their new location at 10507 Main Street in Mantua. The new space, according to owner Matt Denzinger, provides nearly double the space of his former location, where he ran the successful local business for five years. No stranger to the local...

Successful SweetheArt Auction in Mantua

Mantua - Last Saturday, folks joined their neighbors at the third annual art auction to help raise funds for a community center at the Mantua Center School. The afternoon event included music, art, comfort food, lots of cookies, and the opportunity for neighbors to banish their cabin fever for a few hours. The auctioneer, Rick Painley, encouraged bids on...

Crestwood School Board News

Mantua - At the last Crestwood School Board meeting, Superintendent David Toth discussed the results of the most recent survey. The survey was created through the superintendent’s office, and was posted on the district’s website for the community to fill out; in addition, according to Toth, the survey was also available to potential respondents at school events, local churches,...

A Sweet-heART of A Day in Mantua

Mantua - This year the Sweet-heART Auction and Cookie Walk has something new: fifteen specialty desserts. Ten of them would look right at home on the cover of a food magazine. The other five are by well-known local cooks whose creations people line up for: Nora Brant’s legendary apple dumplings and Leone Krohn’s lemon meringue pie, just for two....

Mantua Village Garden Club News

Mantua - Members of the MVGC had the installation of their 2019 officers during their annual Christmas party, held, this year, at the home of member, Linda Hurd. The members enjoyed socializing, and a lively gift exchange, after a delicious holiday meal. Members also brought paper products to donate to the 4-C’s Food Cupboard. Newly elected officers were installed...

Giving Back: St. Joseph Church Achieves Premier Blood Partner Status

Mantua - St. Joseph Church in Mantua has been recognized by the American Red Cross as one of its Premier Blood Partners for 2019, a prestigious honor, for its support of the community and national blood supply. Last year, St. Joe’s helped the Red Cross collect 136 blood donations as part of its deep-rooted commitment to help save lives...

Crestwood Provides Local Help During Government Shut-Down

Mantua - Reaching an unprecedented 30 days, this latest government shutdown has meant that countless families living paycheck to paycheck with government jobs began 2019 in a tough financial position. Although Ohio doesn’t have a high number of government employees directly affected by the latest shutdown, cuts to the Department of Homeland Security, Treasury, Commerce and the EPA impact...

Poetry To Inspire at the Mantua Pop-Up Market

Mantua - The DMRC’s Pop-Up Artists Market is in full swing this holiday season, but it’s not just a place to find distinctive, hand-crafted gifts. The unique venue will host a variety of cultural events throughout the season, as well. This Sunday, December 2nd, the pop-up market will be filled with poetry. It’s an effort to bolster culture and...

Angus McDougall Recognized as Ohio History Teacher of the Year

Mantua - At a recent School Board meeting, 2018 Ohio History Teacher of the Year, Angus McDougall was recognized by State Coordinator Christian Pascarella from the the Gilder Lehrman Institute of American History. The Institute’s mission is to promote the knowledge and understanding of American history through educational programs and resources. Pascarella noted that McDougall was selected from over...

Crestwood School Board Update

Mantua - At the last Board meeting, Superintendent David Toth responded to inquiries about the newly completed paving project. He noted that although there are more paved surfaces that are in need of attention, due to the District’s limited funds, the Board followed the recommendation of the contractor, Tallmadge Asphalt, to resurface the most heavily traveled areas. He noted...

Towing For A Cure

Mantua - In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, the crew at F&S Automotive, Inc. in Mantua, OH took a few minutes out of their busy schedules to recognize the individuals and families that are affected by breast cancer. Pictured above is a photo of our crew wearing their safety pink “Towing For A Cure” shirts. Knowing that many of...

Artists’ Marketplace Pops Up Again

Mantua - Due in part to the success of last year’s program, the Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corporation (DMRC) will again be hosting a Holiday Pop-Up Artists’ Marketplace in Mantua. The shop will be popping-up this weekend at 10676 Main Street, the same storefront as last year. Once again, the gallery will feature unique pieces from local artisans, ceramic artists,...

Veteran’s Day Came Early in Mantua

Mantua - If you happened by the historic home at the corner of State Route 82 and Mantua Center Road last week, you may have noticed that although it isn’t November 11th, Veteran’s Day came early for local resident Domer “Kelly” Keller. The crisp autumn day held a flurry of activity as local volunteers, together with a crew from...

It’s a Win-Win in Mantua!

Mantua - The good folks at Hero’s Rock, self-less builders of wooden tribute rockers and treasure chests for the families of fallen heroes, are in need of support from other selfless individuals like you. You may remember that Mantua residents Scott and Trish Snyder, Hero’s Rock organizers, were scheduled to depart soon on a road trip that would allow...

MSFD Emergency Levy on Fall Ballot

Mantua - As Fire Chief, I take a great deal of pride in this community and this Fire Department, and want nothing but the best for everyone involved in making this fire district safe and secure going into the future,” stated MSFD Chief Matt Roosa. To that end, Chief Roosa and the MSFD Board have agreed to place an...

A Very Special Shopping Excursion

Last Saturday morning, 27 kids from area families had the chance to do some Christmas shopping for themselves and their families at Target in Streetsboro. The children hailed from a dozen local families in the Crestwood and James A. Garfield School Districts. Special shoppers were on hand to help them select their gifts and make their purchases. And while...

New Adventures donates 150 canned food items to the 4C’s Food Cupboard

Mantua - For the month of November, the New Adventures Early Learning Center students participated in a canned food drive to be donated to Mantua’s 4C’s Food Cupboard. The students learned about the importance of giving back to others in their community and to people in need. The Pre-Kindergarten class collected the most items with more than 75...

Hero’s Rock Needs Your Help

Mantua - You may recall that Mantua residents Scott Snyder and his wife Trish founded the Hero’s Rock organization in 2011 after learning of the death of Christopher Thibodeau, a local soldier serving in Afghanistan, just one week after learning he was to be a father. “These tragic stories are so hard,” Trish shared. Perhaps since Christopher was the...

Cavaliers Mascot Visits Crestwood Intermediate School

Mantua - Sir CC, the mascot from the Cleveland, can be seen at every Cavaliers home game cheering on our team and energizing the fans. At Crestwood Intermediate School, Mrs. Patton’s students quickly recognized Sir CC in a Brain Rush brain break video they completed in class. Just for fun, they decided to tweet a video of themselves completing...

Portage Park District Hosts Headwaters Trail Improvement Meeting

Ravenna - The Portage Park District is seeking public input regarding improvements to the Headwaters Trail, an  8-mile multipurpose trail from Garrettsville to Mantua.  A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 26th, 7:00 pm at the James A. Garfield Elementary School, located at10207 ST RT 88 in Garrettsville. The Park District intends to request grant funding to improve...

Head 2 Toe Wellness Center Opens in Mantua

Mantua – Just in time to curtail the tendency to pack on cold-weather pounds, Head 2 Toe Massage & Body Work at 4667 Prospect Street in Mantua has expanded next door with Head 2 Toe Wellness Center at 4669 East Prospect St. The expanded business is showcasing its new services by offering free yoga and Zumba classes   through November...

Mantua Village Council News

Mantua - Mayor Linda Clark reported that she received letters of interest for the Village’s Planning Committee and Landmark Board. She recommended that Council appoint Robert Gaglione to Planning and Terry Vechery to the Landmark Commission. Both candidates were approved by Council and sworn in by Mayor Clark that evening. In addition, Mayor Clark shared two special event forms...

Mantua Township Historical Cemeteries Restoration Project

The Mantua Township Historical Cemeteries Restoration Project is a recently established group for those interested in the Pioneer and Eastlawn Cemeteries in order to preserve their historical significance. Under the direction of the Township Trustees the organization will evaluate, research, and with fund-raising for professional help, restore applicable gravestones. The group is represented by three township organizations: The Mantua Restoration...

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