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Newton Falls Kiwanis Club Holds Junior Olympics
Newton Falls - May 2, sunny and 72°, finally a perfect morning for Kiwanis’s much anticipated event. Eighty participants, ages 6-12, competed on the...
Garrettsville Author Burton W. Cole Wins Selah Award
Garrettsville-area author and newspaper humor columnist Burton W. Cole’s second novel, “Bash and the Chicken Coop Caper” (2014, B&H Kids), won the prestigious 2015...
Silver Creek Garden Club News
Garrettsville - The Silver Creek Garden Club of Garrettsville recently toured the hydroponic lettuce production facility at Mantua Gardens. Ryan Hyde and Darin Kelley...
Robinson Health System Becomes Part of University Hospitals
Ravenna - University Hospitals has completed all actions necessary for the full integration of Robinson Health System into the UH health system effective June...
Donuts and Ice Cream in Hiram
Hiram - On May 23rd. the Hiram Police Department kicked off the national campaign known as “Click it or Ticket”. Officers of the Hiram Police handed out vouchers at the intersection of Garfield Road and Wakefield Road.
The LITTLE Race for a BIG Cause 5K Run/Walk &1 Mile...
Runners and walkers of all ages, join the Big Brothers Big Sisters of Greater Cleveland Young Professionals Association at the Cleveland Metroparks Zoo. They will host The LITTLE Race for a BIG Cause 5K Run/Walk and 1 Mile Walk on Sunday, June 28, 2015. Registration is $20.00 in advance at www.wementoryouth.org or $25.00 on race day.
Upcoming Community Events
BOOK Review & Discussion
1st Monday of Month
Dr J Patella offers portions of a current human interest book to review and discuss based on content,...
Trike-A-Thon Raises Money for St. Jude’s Hospital
This is the preschool’s eighth year hosting this event and over the years students have raised more than $12,500 for the children and families of St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital.
Portage County Engineer to Replace High Street Bridge Over the Cuyahoga...
Mantua - The Portage County Engineer intends to replace the existing two-span steel beam bridge that carries High Street over the Cuyahoga River in the Village of Mantua. The new structure will be a single span prestressed concrete box beam structure. The project includes roadway approach work.
Crestwood 4C’s Need Your Help
Mantua - Over thirty years ago a group of concerned citizens in the Crestwood School District area decided to attempt to alleviate the emergency...
Garfield Elementary Raises $1836.50 in “Roundup For A Cure”
Garrettsville - GES students in grades K-6 participated in an all day walk-a-thon Friday, May 22nd, entitled “Roundup For A Cure”. Students brought donations totaling $1836.50 which was donated to the Friends of Melana Foundation
12 Tips for Spring Home Buying in a Seller’s Market
With spring finally here for most of the nation, prospective homebuyers can look at houses and condos without traipsing through snow and ice. Better weather, plus the traditional belief that families search for homes so they can move in between school years, makes spring a major homebuying season in much of the country.
Jacob Rohal Becomes Eagle Scout
Jacob Rohal, son of Stephen and Julie Rohal of Stroup Rd Edinburg Township, has earned the highest advancement award the Boy Scouts of America offers to Scouts, the Eagle Scout Award. He is a member of Great Trail Council, Boy Scout Troop #573.
Crestwood Local Schools Receives Nearly $1 Million Grant From U.S. Department...
“We applied for this grant because we recognized a trend in student discipline referrals among low socioeconomic students and among those students who were experiencing hardship in the family, including unemployment, divorce, and parents being deployed overseas,” said Toth. “Students’ personal and social needs must be successfully addressed during the key elementary years if they are to succeed in the future.”
News from the Newton Township Cemetery Association
Two new members were welcomed to the Association: Robert Gensler, Jr. and Melissa Grondeski, at the April 16 2015 meeting. Other new members joining since January 2015 are Jean C. Watkins and Alex Kish.
Shirts on Sale to Support Friends of Melana
All proceeds from the sale will go directly to Friends of Melana to assist in their research efforts.
University Hospitals Mobile Health Units Visit Geauga Growth Partnership Businesses
The first of four health screening opportunities, provided through the UH Mobile Health Unit, will be held Wednesday, May 13, (6 AM-4PM) at Newbury Business Park, 12373 Kinsman Road, Newbury.
Upcoming Community Events
Ox Roast Fair Raffle Tickets
Now Available
2015 Ox Roast Fair raffle tickets are available now. Take a chance at the first prize Harley Street Glide...
Hiram Community Color Run Rescheduled for May 9
The run, sponsored by AmeriCorps, was originally scheduled for April 23, but was postponed due to inclement weather. All participants who registered online will have their registration and fees automatically applied to the new date. Questions about registration should be directed to aiveljic@neomed.edu
Happy Trails Animal Sanctuary Offering Educational Tours
Ravenna - Looking for something unique to do with family and friends to kick off your summer? Visit Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary, a very special organization located in Northeast Ohio where healing takes place for farm animals and horses rescued from abuse and neglect situations.
Applicants Sought for Portage Park District Board of Commissioners
The Portage Park District currently has one opening on its governing Board of Commissioners. Park District Board members are appointed by Portage County Probate Court Judge Bob Berger who is seeking applications from interested Portage County residents. Board members are non-partisan and are appointed for a 3-year renewable term, to serve without pay. The Board meets regularly once a month, with additional meetings scheduled as needed.
Natural Radiance Has Settled In At State Street Salon
In November of 2014, Justine Egrek (Collier), along with her business, Natural Radiance, LLC, moved into State Street Salon. State Street Salon, located at 7997 State Street in Garrettsville, is owned by stylist Bobbie Habbyshaw.
Keeping The Memory Alive
1,100 Holocaust survivors call Cleveland home. On April 15th, survivors were honored and those that perished in the Holocaust were remembered during a program held at the Green Road Synagogue in Beachwood.
Upcoming Community Events in Portage, Geauga, and Trumbull
American Legion Breakfast
Mondays
Breakfast every Monday at the American Legion Post #674. Time: 7:30 to 11:00 a.m. Place 9130 Center Street in Windham. Carry out...
Newton Falls Prayer Shawl Ministry Celebrates Anniversary
Over 300 Prayer Shawl Lapghans have been given to people suffering from illness and many other needs. These shawls and laps have been given locally and mailed throughout the United States and to troops overseas.
Princess Party & Book Signing At Village Bookstore
Young ladies are encouraged to attend in their favorite princess dresses. They will receive gifts and have a chance to meet Freya, the Goddess of Love, who will read the first chapter of The Enchanted Necklace, a new classic fairy tale written by Hiram College alum James Bradley Clarke.
Custom Car Leaders Form Partnership
Two titans in the world of custom cars have formed a partnership in Northeast Ohio. Portage Trim and Mongoose Motorsports, of Ravenna, have teamed up to become one of the most formidable custom motor vehicle shops around.
Free Football Officiating Academy at Hiram College
The Hiram College Athletic Department and the NFL have teamed up to present “The Football Officiating Academy” on April 10 from 3 p.m. to 8 p.m. in the Les & Kathy Coleman Sports, Recreation & Fitness Center and Henry Field on the campus of Hiram College.
Active Minds of Hiram College Holds Panel Discussion
Active Minds of Hiram College held a panel discussion on suicide prevention as part of their “Green Week” – a week of mental health awareness activities on campus.
In Memoriam: Alice Skiles of Windham, OH
Alice Skiles, 92, of Windham, passed away on Friday, March 20, 2015 at her residence, with her family by her side. She was born November 8, 1922 in Little Summit, PA to Sebastian and Elsie (Marx) Seese. Alice was a member of the Windham United Methodist Church and enjoyed cleaning house.
She is survived by her son, Harry (Lowella) Skiles of Windham; grandchildren, Tracy Roper, Scott and Harry Skiles; great-grandchildren, Jimmy, Teva, Haley, Hanna and Sophie.
She was preceded in death by her parents; husband, Charles Nelson Skiles; brothers, Harry, John, Alvin and Charles; sister, Mary Elizabeth; grandchild, Denise and great-grandchild Jason.
Burial will be at Laurel Hill Cemetery in Laurel Hill, PA.
