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Two Fulbright scholars from Hiram College visited and spoke with the Kiwanis Club of Newton Falls.  They shared their teaching experiences as well as their travels in the United States, including Vanina’s visit to a rainy Times Square, NYC, for New Year’s Eve. Pictured, standing: Kiwanis Pres A. Zimmermann, secretary E....

Marguerite L. Strawman, 95, of Westerville, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed away peacefully on Monday, February 10, 2025. She was born April 26, 1929, in Nelson Twp., OH, to the late Cecil and Cora (nee Leasure) Cannon. She grew up in Bristol, OH, and moved to Garrettsville, OH, after...

 Joberta Parker, 100 years, a resident of Ravenna, Ohio, went home to be with her Lord and Savior on Tuesday, February 11, 2025, at Anna Maria of Aurora. Born on April 4, 1924, in Cocoa, Florida, “Jo” was the daughter of the late Cortlandt F. and Clara (Tyner) Flake....

Danny Deakins, 71, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Saturday, February 15, 2025. He was born September 9, 1953, in Chardon, OH, to Harry E. and Florence R. (Frank) Deakins. He was raised in Huntsburg, OH, and was a proud 1971 graduate of Cardinal High School in Middlefield, OH, where he...

Chad A. Curry, 28, of Kent, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed away Friday, February 14, 2025. He was born August 17, 1996, in Ravenna, OH, to James and Kimberly (nee Raab) Curry. He was raised in Garrettsville, and was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield High School, belonging...

The Portage Foundation is thrilled to announce its first-ever Pickleball Tournament and Fundraiser, taking place on March 1, 2025, at the Western Reserve Racquet and Fitness Club in Streetsboro. This exciting event promises friendly competition, community connection, and a shared commitment to supporting this local nonprofit organization. Pickleball enthusiasts, newcomers,...

5th Grade  Landon Burns*, Juliana Collins*, Arabella Greer, Aiden Gurule, Xavier Jones*, Kason Kraut, Saralyn McCune, Jaxson Plaugher, Zoey Poling, Chloe Taylor, Connor Taylor, Maddison Vlasaty, Christopher Wilson 6th Grade Audrinna Baranyai, Jacob Brady, Isabella Cooper*, Connor Dundon, Aiden Edwards, Erion Garrett-Harris, Beverly Grossman*, Matthew Hickman, Diana Martin*, Mia Miller*, Sophia Olson,...

3rd Grade Honor Roll Norah Evans, Alba Macek, Hadley Boxler, Jared Holbrook, Will Kohler, Elena Molnar, Makenzie Geer, Mason Rakes, Lily Porcase, Seleste Rainey, Carson Erwin, Liam Washington, Carson Kaiser, Kevin Space, Annie Hayhurst, Reece Huebner, Addy Cunningham, Ryan Barnosky, Carson Cutlip, Van Ellerhorst, Khari Oliver, Laura Hartman, Ryker Clark, Alice...

Ginger Marie Busta passed away at her home in Kooskia, Idaho on January 26th, 2025, with her daughter Dawn Bates by her side.  The daughter of Frank and Mabel Busta, Ginger was born in Cleveland OH on August 10th, 1943. She graduated from Aurora High School in 1962.  Ginger and her...

Ralph Clark, 85, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away peacefully on February 4, 2025, surrounded by his loving family. He was born June 5, 1939, in Coal Grove, OH, to the late Livingston & Annabelle (Sites) Clark.  He was an avid gun collector and model train enthusiast, forging many lifelong friendships...

Congratulations to the Lady G-Men bowlers on finishing 2nd at Monday’s Sectional Championships! The girls will compete at next weekend’s District Championships at Rosewood Lanes!

The Newton Falls community continues to support its weekend supplemental food program for students in kindergarten through fifth grade, with recent contributions from local organizations, businesses, and individuals. Special thanks go to Newton Falls First Church of God, Newton Falls Kiwanis Club, Elsie Whetzel Fowler, Newton Falls Classroom Teachers...

Senior Preston Gedeon has etched his name in Garfield basketball history, becoming the program’s all-time leading scorer. Entering the game needing 21 points to surpass the previous record of 1,325, Gedeon wasted no time, achieving the milestone by halftime. He finished the night with a career-high 40 points, setting...

It all started when I asked my seasoned wrestler husband if we should offer our son the opportunity to wrestle on his school's youth wrestling program. Little did I know that I would be lectured of what it means to be a wrestler. You see, I am no stranger...

On Tuesday, February 11th, a group of talented and enthusiastic James A. Garfield High School students will host a special event at the Garrettsville Library to assist senior citizens with all their technology needs. This fantastic initiative will run from 12:30 PM to 2:00 PM. Do you have questions about...