Submitted

The Kiwanis Club of Newton Falls welcomed a new friend, Dave Troutman of Boardman, as a guest speaker. He told of his exciting adventures fishing in Guyana, South America. He also shared how his guides promoted eco-tourism and catch and release. His guide Nigel is from Apoteri Village.  We...

Girls from high schools throughout Northeast Ohio are invited to choose the prom dress of their dreams FREE at Altrusa International of Akron’s 24th annual Princess Night Project presented in partnership with The University of Akron. Since 2001, local members of Altrusa International, a volunteer service organization, have helped make...

This pretty lady is hoping that “Irish luck” comes her way, and that her forever family will fall in love with this photo of her. Sadly, she became homeless when her owner passed away. Honey is about 7 years old, spayed, and is a stunning dilute calico cat. She is...

Our hero, D. Jeffrey “Jeff” Miller, passed away peacefully at the age of 63 after his hard fought 8-year battle with brain cancer on February 26th, 2025, with his family lovingly by his side. Born on August 27, 1961, in Ravenna, Ohio; he was a lifelong resident of Windham,...

Michael “Mike” B. Heyd, 66, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away with his loving family by his side Thursday, February 27, 2025. He was born December 25, 1958, in Ravenna, OH, to Esler A. and Melva M. (nee Hinzman) Heyd. He was raised in Garrettsville, and was a proud graduate of...

Excellence is not just a goal at James A. Garfield Local Schools—it’s a standard. That dedication to student growth and achievement has earned JAG the 2024 Momentum Award from the Ohio Department of Education & Workforce, an honor given to only seven of Ohio’s 615 school districts. That means...

This little girl is outgoing and as sweet as can be. I rescued Sophia and her friends last summer, and now she is looking for her forever home.  Sophia is about 2-1/2 years old, spayed and vaccinated. She has also tested negative for leukemia/FIV.   Sophia likes to follow me...

Laurence Robert Moore, of Hiram, Ohio, passed away on Saturday, February 15, 2025, at the age of 68, from complications of an ongoing health issue. He was born August 19, 1956, in Hiram, Ohio. He graduated from Crestwood High School in Mantua, Ohio, in 1974, where he enjoyed playing tuba...

John Everett Taylor, age 69, of Ellijay, GA, passed away on Wednesday, February 19, 2025. John was born on January 24, 1956, in Steubenville, OH, to his parents Dewey Walton Taylor and Lois Louise Charlton. John was a member of East Ellijay Baptist Church. He worked at Datwyler Rubber...

Hiram College announces its 2025 Lectures in Religion Series, featuring C. Stonebraker-Martinez ‘10. The lecture will be held on March 6, 2025, at 5:30 p.m. at Koritansky Hall on Hiram College’s campus, with doors opening for a reception at 5 p.m.  This year, Hiram is pleased to welcome C Stonebraker-Martinez...

The James H. Barrow Biological Field Station is excited to announce its summer 2025 Hiram College Summer Camps at the Field Station. With opportunities for students aged 2.5 – 15 with varying interests from hikes to geology and nature journaling — there is something for every child this summer...

Excitement filled the classrooms at Newton Falls Exempted Village Schools and James A Garfield Local Schools as two outstanding educators were surprised with the Crash-a-Class Mini-Grant, an initiative created by Shannan Jursa to recognize and support outstanding educators in our local classrooms. Each winning educator received a $1,000 grant...

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,...