Newton Falls – Newton Falls American Legion Post 236 recently held its 2011 elections. District Commander Jim Campbell and Post 540 Commander Roger Garber installed the new officers. The new officers are Bob James, Commander, Duncan Shetterly, Trustee, Donna Watson, 2nd Vice Commander, Cari Delgado, Service Officer, Ron Widowfield, Chaplain, Bob Cameron, Trustee, Arden Baillie, Trustee, Bob Shaulis, Treasurer, Bill Smith, Sgt. Of Arms, Russ Mason, Adjutant, and Joe Ball, 1st Vice Commander.On May 9, 2011, American Legion Post 236 presented the Newton Falls Safety Department a Polaris ATV equipped with lights and sirens. The vehicle cost over $14,000. In photo, Police Chief John Kuivila thanks Post Commander, Bob James while Post members look on. Members and friends of the post enjoyed a tour of Camp Ravenna, the Ohio National Guard Regional Training Center on May 10, 2011. Captains Dunlap and Yates, along with 1st Sgt. Bosley, pointed out facets of the new facilities, as well as sections of the old Ravenna Arsenal.
