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Book Review at YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
OUTLIVE The Science & Art of Longevity by Peter Attia, MD
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: A manifesto on living better, longer,...
Mary Nemeth
Mary Nemeth, 76, of Kent, formerly of Mantua, went home to her Lord and Savior Thursday, April 25, 2024. She was born in Lewisville, OH, to the late Haward and Violet (McCollum) Spence.
She was a member of the Garrettsville Fraternal Order of the Eagles #2705. Mary loved working in...
Candie A. Savitts
A Memorial Service will be held on Saturday April 27, 2024 at 2:00 P.M. at the Clemente Funeral Home in Struthers for Candie A. Savitts 60, who passed away Thursday evening at the St. Elizabeth Mercy Health Care in Youngstown, Ohio.
Candie was born on September 9, 1963 in Ravenna,...
JAG Middle and Elementary3rd Quarter Honor Roll
7th Grade - All A’s
Caly Sutton, Rylan May
7th Grade - Honor Roll
Timothy Tarnowski, Emily Penney, Ilyanah Stevens, Jackson Seaborn, Logan Neiheisel, Caleb Whelchel, Isabella Wright, Gabriel West, Connor Palmer, Ellie Delvaux, Scarlett Adkins, Shelby Clark, Taylor Haney, William Miller, Addison Hoover, Brooke Prinkey, Abigail Fergis, Reese Hill, Emerson White,...
G-H Rotary Seeks Artwork for New Mural on Windham Street
The mural gracing SR 82, just opposite IGA in Garrettsville, is ripe for a vibrant update. The Garrettsville Hiram Rotary Club invites creative minds to propose fresh designs for this prominent spot, serving as the gateway to the Hike & Bike Trail. With a color palette limited to 4-5...
Tail-Wagging Treats & Rustic Rarities: What’s New in Newton Falls
Are you a pet person? Hometown Hound is a store that you need to visit. Located at 18 Broad Street in the historic downtown, it is a welcoming vibe from the moment you see it! From a nicely decorated storefront featuring the Hometown Hound logo, to the spacious yet...
VSAP Is Here to Help
As kitten season approaches, shelters brace for an influx of feline mothers and their offspring, adding to the 3.2 million cats that enter shelters annually, as per ASPCA and The Humane Society data. For nearly five decades, Valley Save-a-Pet (VSAP) has been a beacon of support, offering low-cost spay/neuter...
NOTICE OF SPECIAL BOARD REVISION – Crestwood Local School District Board of Education – Thursday, April 25,...
In accordance with R.C. 121.22, R.C. 3313.16, and applicable laws, the Treasurer of the Crestwood Local School District Board of Education (“Board”) hereby serves written notice that a special meeting of the Board is hereby called for Thursday, April 25, 2024, at 5:00 p.m.,at the Crestwood Central Office, which is located at 10880 John Edward Drive, Mantua, Ohio 44255. The...
Willard T. Hartman
Willard T. Hartman, 84, of Windham, Ohio passed away peacefully at his home on March 28, 2024. He was born in Alpine, West Virginia on November 25, 1939. On October 29, 1961, he married Violet J. Shumaker. Willard was a welder and self- employed truck driver. He is survived...
MEDIA RELEASE
For Immediate Release April 19, 2024
CONTACT: Ryan Shackelford, Director, Portage County Emergency Management Agency, rshackelford@portageco.com, 330-297-3607
HELPING WINDHAM TORNADO VICTIMS; PORTAGE COUNTY EMA,PORTAGE FOUNDATION LAUNCH COUNTY DISASTER RELIEF FUND
Looking for a way to help the community of Windham after this week’s devastating tornado? Please consider a monetary donation to the newly-created Portage County...
Clara Louise Shay
Clara “Cookie” Louise (Claar) Shay, age 74, a longtime resident of Windham, Ohio, after a sudden decline in health, passed away peacefully at home on April 3, 2024, surrounded by family.
Cookie was born in Windber, PA on September 15, 1949 to her parents James Albert Claar and Margaret (Latchney)...
James A. Garfield MS & HS 3rd Quarter Academic Honors
12th Grade, 4.0 & Above:
Owen Bass, Sophia Butto, Jack Carmichael, Lauren Evans, Jordyn Fedor, Landen Gedeon, Sierra Greathouse*, Emma Scherick, Savannah Wolff
12th Grade, 3.4 & Above:
Tyler Baczkowski, Andrew Borucki, Kiera Coyle, Michelle Crawford, Maria D’Ambrosia, Emily Dykes, Maxwell Feller, Christian Gallagher, Eric Geddes, Gabriel Groves, Jacob Holliday*, Angel Justham,...
Repurposed Materials: Giving New Life to Corporate Castoffs
The spirit of innovation and sustainability was celebrated recently as the Newton Falls Area Commerce Association played host to a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony for Repurposed Materials, located at 2300 Milton Blvd in Newton Falls. This unique venture, spearheaded by Owner and Founder Damon Carson, is on a mission to...
David Richard Harrington
David Richard Harrington, 1953 – 2024, David was born in Chardon, Ohio and resided in Middlefield his entire childhood and part of his adult life, until relocating to Garrettsville, Ohio, when he married the love of his life, Rebecca (Dean). David lost his year plus fight with cancer where...
Hiram Community Trust Grant Applications Due May 10
The Hiram Community Trust was established in 1991 through the generosity of Reign Hadsell, a graduate of the Hiram College class of 1926. Reign was not only a Hiram College graduate, but he was also a former principal at the Hiram Public School, and a resident of Hiram Village....
3rd Quarter Bomber Honor Roll
Grade 12
Briah Daniel *, Kierslynn Hoskin *, Gracie Karr *, Aiden McMillin *, Lorena Silva Soares De Oliveira *, Abigail Simpson *, Maria Woods *
Grade 11
Quinn Justham, Aaliyah Madgett, Nathan Mosier, Devon Regan
Grade 10
Jaiden Arnone*, Bradley Byler, Kamrin Clark, Joei Fitzsimmons, Jocelynn Hopper, Liberty Inman *, Chanyse Jones *,...
Richard G. “Dick” Cartwright
Richard G. “Dick” Cartwright, 90, of Ravenna, Oh. went home to his Lord and Savior on Monday, April 8,2024. He was born March 18, 1934 to Charles Byron and Alice Mae Cartwright (nee Marquardt) in Willoughby, Ohio
On May 6, 1966, Dick married Sarah Jane Miller and the two enjoyed...
Miracle Farm Rescue 2024 Fundraiser
Miracle Farm Rescue Foundation Inc. (MFRF), a 501c3 organization, presents a Night at the Races fundraiser on May 4, 2024, from 5:30 to 11:00 PM at Adam Hall Community Center, 11455 E. Washington St., Chagrin Falls, OH 44023.
MFRF is a non-profit organization devoted to the rescue, rehabilitation, and preservation...
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting
May 4
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will convene on Saturday, May 4, 2024, at the Portage County Historical Society in Ravenna, Ohio, featuring guest speaker Kelli Bergheimer discussing “Finding & Continuing Your Genealogy Education.” Bergheimer, a member of the Association of Professional Genealogists and the...
Explore Ohio Like Never Before with Brandy Gleason’s New Book
Brandy Gleason, the esteemed author and creator of the Facebook sensation Ohio Road Trips (with 1.1 million active followers), is thrilled to announce the release of her latest book, “100 Things to Do in Ohio Before You Die.” This essential guidebook invites readers on an unprecedented journey through Ohio,...
Helen L. Hermann
Helen L. Hermann, age 77, of Newton Falls passed away peacefully at her daughters home on Friday night April 5, 2024. She was born on Dec. 24, 1946 in Wooster, OH the daughter of Raymond Charles Tilton and Elizabeth Francis (Sheets)Tilton. Helen had lived in Newton Falls with her...
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JAG Kindergarten Registration
Register today!
It’s time to register for a 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,...
Free Community Baby Shower
Expecting parents and parents of newborns are cordially invited to a free Community Baby Shower at Reed Memorial Library on Saturday, April 29th. Drop in any time from 11:00 am to 12:30pm to enjoy refreshments, free resources, games, and door prizes. Collect giveaways and speak directly with community partners...
Soar to New Heights: EAA’s Learn to Fly Week Takes Off
The Experimental Aircraft Association’s Learn to Fly Week runs next month from May 13-18. Established to inspire future pilots, the second annual initiative includes expanded webinars with new topics to present to participants of all ages.
The week concludes on Sunday, May 19 with the EAA Flying Start Event held...
Perennial Gardeners Gear Up for Annual Plant Sale
Save the date! The Perennial Gardeners of Chesterland are having their annual plant sale the day before Mother’s Day, Saturday, May 11, from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. The sale is held rain or shine at the Chester Township Town Hall parking lot, 12701 Chillicothe Road. Set your alarm...
Ruby V. Adamson
Ruby V. Adamson, 87, of Ravenna, went to be with the Lord in the early morning hours of Thursday, April 4, 2024, in Middlefield, Ohio. She was born in Big Lick, Virginia, on February 23, 1937, to the late Ernest and Viola (nee Wertz) Arnold.
On August 16, 1969, Ruby...
We’re All Invited
JAG Kindergarten Registration
Register today!
It’s time to register for a 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,...
Embark on Outdoor Adventures with Scout Days: A Fun-filled Learning Experience
Scouting is not just about learning knots and tying badges; it’s about exploring the great outdoors, understanding nature, and honing valuable life skills. To encourage this spirit of adventure and learning, we are excited to announce a series of Scout Days, tailored to different age groups and interests. These...
Clifford Clarence Gibbons
Clifford Clarence Gibbons, 91, of Wedowee, AL, (formerly of Berryville, VA) went home to be with the Lord Friday, March 29, 2024.
Cliff was born October 5, 1932, in Palmyra, Ohio, the son of the late Isaac Perry Gibbons and Zora Mae Carnes Gibbons of Warren, Ohio.
Cliff served in the...
Hiram College to adopt Notre Dame College’s Thrive Program
Hiram College is pleased to announce the adoption of Notre Dame College’s Thrive Learning Center, as agreed upon through a memorandum of understanding, with plans to serve as the new location for the program following the closure of NDC at the end of the spring semester.
Thrive is a comprehensive...
