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Joseph Koharchik
Joseph Koharchik, age 85, passed away peacefully on Sunday, September 22, 2024, and is now reunited with his beloved wife Sandy in heaven. Born on March 15, 1939, in Windber, PA, Joe was one of eight children of Michael and Mary Koharchik.
On February 27, 1965, Joe married the love...
Freedom Historical Society Fall Festival
Come pick out your pumpkins and gourds and corn stalks at the Freedom Township Pavilion Saturday, September 28 from 10 - 4 PM and support the Freedom Township Historical Society. There will be a wide selection of big pumpkins, little pumpkins, white pumpkins, orange pumpkins and gourds donated by Pochedly...
Enjoy a night of music in the Falls
If you’re looking for a night of live music, delicious treats, and a great time with family and friends, then mark your calendars for the upcoming Music in the Alley event presented by the Broken Leaf Cafe! Join us on Friday, October 4th, from 6:00-9:00 PM at 42 W....
Townhall II’s 2nd Annual Community Picnic Scheduled For Oct. 3
Free food, fun and haircuts being offered 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Townhall II Integrated Health Network will be hosting its 2nd annual community picnic on Thursday, Oct. 3, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. The picnic will be held at the Hometown Bank Plaza in downtown Kent. If the weather...
Portage County District Library News Release:
Portage County District Library
Date: Friday, September 20, 2024To: The Portager, The Weekly Villager, The Record Courier and Ideastream Public Media
For immediate release: Fall programming is live at PCDL and for the little ones who love the library, we are offering multiple storytime dates and locations! Youth Services librarians are...
Hiram College announces new “Hiram Guarantee”
Hiram College is excited to introduce the Hiram Guarantee, a comprehensive initiative designed to provide students and families with financial peace of mind and a clear path to graduation. The Hiram Guarantee includes a Tuition Guarantee and a Four-Year Graduation Promise, underscoring Hiram’s commitment to affordability, transparency, and student...
Alzheimer’s Association Walk to End Alzheimer’s Set for September 28th
The Alzheimer’s Association Lake/Geauga County Walk to End Alzheimer’s is returning to the scenic Lake Metroparks Farmpark on Saturday, September 28. This inspiring event is one of more than 600 walks taking place across the country this fall, making it the world’s largest fundraising effort in the fight against...
Portage County District Library News Release:
Portage County District Library
For immediate release: The PCDL Bookmobile is here and is making its first trips out into the county! You can find the Bookmobile at:Charleston Town Hall on Mondays starting September 30 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.Mantua Town Lodge on Wednesdays starting October 2 from 12:00 –...
Community invited to opening of new EMA Center
The Portage County Emergency Management Agency is proud to announce the grand opening and ribbon-cutting ceremony of the county’s new Emergency Management Agency and Emergency Operations Center on Tuesday, Oct. 1, 2024. The new facility is located at 2978 S.R. 59 in Ravenna Township.
Visitors are invited to tour the...
We’re All Invited
Craft Show Vendors Wanted
Call Today
Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior...
Braceville Fire Department Teams Up With State Farm® and the National Fire...
The Braceville Fire Department is teaming up with State Farm® and the National Fire Protection Association® (NFPA®) to promote Fire Prevention Week™, October 6-12, and this year’s theme, “Smoke alarms: Make them work for you.™,”which aims to better educate the public about the critical importance of working smoke alarms. According to NFPA,...
Garrettsville Pickleball Association’s Fall Round Robin Tournament
The Garrettsville Pickleball Association (GPA), held their Fall Round Robin Pickleball Tournament on the outdoor courts on September 14. There were 26 participants with two blocks of competitive play, Advanced & Intermediate.
This lively group brings skillful competition and tons of fun to the courts. Our last GPA Beginner Clinic...
We’re All Invited
Craft Show Vendors Wanted
Call Today
Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior...
“Twice the Love”
These beautiful buff-colored cats are Father and Son. They are two of the 12 cats that I have up for adoption after rescuing them from a situation in Orwell.
Binky 1 and Binky 2 are adorable. The Dad is Binky 1 and he is about 4 years old and very...
Pack 3269 Sweeps Top Leadership Awards in Crooked River District, Setting...
Cub Scout Pack 3269 has just earned its spot as the top dog – or should we say, top “Cub” – in the Great Trail Council- Crooked River District, sweeping the prestigious leadership awards with the precision of a well-tied square knot. The pack’s Cubmaster, Den Leader, and Committee...
Maplewood Career Center Evening Programs for Adults
Maplewood Career Center is set to launch its upcoming evening programs for adults, offering significant discounts on tuition and new opportunities for career advancement. The Precision Machining program, which typically costs $1,300 for 18 weeks, is now available for $675, thanks to a partnership with the Lozick Foundation. As...
Shalersville Historical Society to Host Painter Robert Kroeger
As the crisp fall air settles in, nothing soothes the soul quite like a hearty bowl of homemade soup. For those seeking warmth and comfort, the Shalersville Historical Society has the perfect solution. On Friday, September 20, they will host a Soup, Salad & Dessert Supper at the Shalersville...
Windham Township tornado disaster relief funds distributed
Nearly $19,000 in donations from the Portage County Disaster Relief Fund has been distributed to Windham Township residents whose properties were impacted by the April 17 tornado.
“Portage County neighbors and donors outside the region have been generous in reaching out to support Windham residents who were affected by the...
Trumbull County raffle-auction kicks off Breast Cancer Awareness Month, helps mom...
One of Trumbull County’s largest basket raffles will kick off Breast Cancer Awareness Month when it returns Sept. 28 to the Trumbull County Fairgrounds to raise money for a local breast cancer survivor.
The 14th Annual War Against Breast Cancer Raffle-Auction will be held from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m....
Celebrate 40 Years of Friends of the Hiram College Library
The Friends of the Hiram College Library will be hosting a luncheon on Sunday, October 27 to celebrate 40 years of the organization. The event will begin at 1 p.m. and will be held on the second floor of the Hiram College Library in the Pritchard Room, 11694 Hayden...
14-Year-Old Daphne Kline Takes First Place with Handmade Crocheted Blanket
James A. Garfield High School student Daphne Kline, age 14, has proven that hard work, dedication, and creativity can result in big rewards. Daphne, a talented young crafter and 4-H member, recently won first place for her beautifully crocheted blanket at the Portage County Randolph fair—an accomplishment she completed...
We’re All Invited
Craft Show Vendors Wanted
Call Today
Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior...
Portage County Mental Health & Addiction Walk for Recovery
The Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County will be hosting the Portage County Mental Health & Addiction Walk for Recovery on Sunday, September 29. Participants will gather at the Kent Free Library at 1:30pm at the 2nd floor conference room. There will be information tables, interactive activities,...
Patricia J. Gagnon
Patricia J. Gagnon, 78, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away with her devoted husband by her side on Monday, August 26, 2024. She was born August 12, 1946, in Akron, OH, to the late Norman and Helen (nee Farris) Dunbar.
She will forever be known by her husband and her family...
Patsy A. Simsa
Patsy A. Simsa, 84, of Hiram Twp., OH, peacefully passed away Wednesday, August 21, 2024, one year after her beloved passed. She was born February 19, 1940, in Auburn Twp., OH, to the late Edwin and Elsie (nee Hull) Fontanelle.
She worked at Johnson Plastics where she met the love...
Join the Hungarian Cultural Center of Northeastern Ohio for a fall...
Join us on Sunday, September 8, 2024, for a vibrant celebration at the Hungarian Cultural Center of Northeastern Ohio’s Fall Festival! Located at 12027 Abbott Rd, Hiram, the festival opens its gates at noon.
Enjoy the lively sounds of Harmonia, whose melodies will set the perfect tone for the day....
Former Notre Dame Linebacker Opens First D1 Training Location in Greater...
D1 Training, a leading fitness concept utilizing the five core tenets of athletic-based training, will be opening a new location in Aurora at 18825 North Marketplace Drive on August 19 to founding members. The group fitness facility employs a sports-science backed training regimen led by certified trainers to help...
Burton Public Library Art Show 2024
Burton Public Library is looking for entries for the 2024 Burton Art Show to be held October 8-12 at the Burton Public Library, Burton, OH.
ENTRY NIGHTS: Sept 26 Thurs 9-7:45pm, Sept 27 Fri 9-4:45pm, Sept 28 Sat 10-1:45pm
PLACE: Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St., Burton, OH
FEES: $10/item or...
We’re All Invited
Craft Show Vendors Wanted
Call Today
Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 - 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior...
Ewing (Moe) Dewaine Franks
Ewing (Moe) Dewaine Franks, 86 of Garrettsville formerly of Garfield Heights, passed away on Friday, August 16, 2024 at the Longmeadow Care Center in Ravenna. Moe was born on May 12, 1938 in Uledi, Pennsylvania to his late parents Hobert and Ethel (Campbell) Franks.
He worked many years in metal...
