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Norma J. Walters of Streetsboro, OH
Norma J. Walters, 83, of Streetsboro, formerly of Freedom Township, passed away on Wednesday, May 12, 2021. She was born February 1, 1938 in Windham, to the late Frank and Amy Alderman.
She loved to bake, dance especially to polka music and care for many family and friends. You never...
William Ruffing of Garrettsville, OH
William Ruffing, 82, of Garrettsville, joined his Lord and Savior as he passed peacefully at home Friday, May 7th, 2021, surrounded by his loving family. He was born April 20, 1939 in Garrettsville to Herman and Leeta (nee Wright) Ruffing.
Living to the age of 82 his life was filled...
Newton Falls American Legion Post 236 Officers 2021-2022
Newton Falls - Darlene Freer, 2nd Vice Commander, American Legion 9th District issued the oath of office to the new officers of Newton Falls American Legion Post 236 at the posts monthly meeting held Monday, May 10, 2021.Pictured above from from left to right are: Gary Ruel, 1yr. Trustee,...
St. Joseph Church Ox Roast Fair Plans Well Underway
Mantua - Last year was a tough year for all of us, but we made it. St. Joseph Church in Mantua is hitting the ground running with the Ox Roast Fair, which is being held on July 16th, 17th & 18th. They’ll have a few changes this year and...
Flambeau Boosts Manufacturing Capability in Middlefield
Middlefield – Surges in demand for plastic parts led Flambeau, Inc. to invest significantly in its Middlefield operations recently, including the addition of three new presses. The injection molding machines range from 330-ton to 730-ton, and are primarily dedicated to manufacturing stock boxes and cases for Flambeau Outdoors™, ArtBin®...
In a challenging year, Newton Falls school leaders are helping students...
Newton Falls - In a year where students, teachers, and staff were faced with unprecedented obstacles, Newton Falls is striving to rise above the struggles by increasing positivity among students - and prepare for more help for students this coming summer.Many schools throughout the nation realized the importance of...
What’s the Buzzzz?
What’s the buzz at John’s Country nursery? Bees! Approximately 4 million bees. For the past couple of months the nursery has been taking orders for #3 bee packages and nucs (a 5-frame box with bees, a queen, and some production already in progress) In May all of those bees...
Red Cross In Need Of Blood Donations
As the nation transitions to a new, hopeful phase of this devastating pandemic and people resume some of their normal activities, the American Red Cross needs your help to avoid a summer donation slump.Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood, and...
Howard Spencer of Windham, OH
Howard Spencer, 75, of Windham, passed away on Tuesday, May 4, 2021. He was born August 5, 1945 in Ravenna to the late Parley and Esther (nee Dudash) Spencer.
He retired from BASF as a Tow Motor Operator after 38 years of service. Howard really enjoyed sitting outside watching the...
Geauga County Public Library Launches Live Online Job Assistance
Geauga County – GCPL is pleased to announce the launch of Brainfuse JobNowTM – a versatile online service designed to support every step of the job search process. JobNowTM features live online coaches who, among other things, assist in resume/cover letter preparation, and help patrons prepare for job interviews.
To...
Finding Forever Homes: Ravenna Sanctuary uses Facebook to Help Rescue, Rehabilitate,...
Ravenna – When considering adopting a new pet from a local shelter, many limit their search to dogs, cats, and other traditionally domestic animals. However, with National Adopt a Shelter Pet Day on April 30th, Happy Trails Farm Animal Sanctuary points out that these are not the only animals...
Win Win Win at Burton’s Century Village!
Burton - On July 3, the grounds at Century Village will be packed with winners. The Burton Middlefield Rotary, sponsor of the Maple Splash Raffle, will hold the final set of drawings for this fabulous fundraiser.
The entire afternoon will be filled with excitement and activities. BMR is sharing this...
Kent State University Geauga Memorializes Longtime Employee John Granny
Burton - Kent State University unexpectedly lost one of its most dedicated and longtime employees in July 2020. John Granny, director of Business Affairs for Kent State Geauga and the Twinsburg Academic Center, passed away suddenly after more than 30 years of service to the university.
“John’s genuine smile and...
The Portage County Literacy Coalition and Aspire Receives Grant from the...
The Portage County Literacy Coalition received a grant from the Kent Rotary Foundation for the Maplewood Career Center Aspire Program. The amount of the grant is $2,000 dollars. The grant from the Kent Rotary Foundation will be used for adult students in the Aspire Program to work towards their...
Mantua Historical Society Awarded OHRAB Grant to Preserve Historic Records
Mantua - The Mantua Historical Society will begin a project to improve the preservation and accessibility of its historical records through an inventory and the purchase of archival quality storage supplies. This project is supported in part by an award from the Ohio Historical Records Advisory Board, through funding...
Portage County Senior Center News
The 2021 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutritional Program planning is in full swing. The Portage County Senior Center is once again the distributor for this voucher program that awards $50 worth of coupons to lower income Portage seniors aged 60 and up to use for purchase of fresh locally-grown fruits...
Fred G. Browning Jr. of Newton Falls, OH
Fred G. Browning Jr. age 48 of Newton Falls passed away peacefully at his home in Warren on Tuesday April 20, 2021. He was born on Aug. 29, 1972 in Summerville, SC the son of the late Minerva R. Browning. Fred has lived in Newton Falls for most of...
Hiram College announces three new majors and enhanced online program
Hiram - Following an extensive review of academic programs, Hiram College is pleased to announce the addition of three new in-demand majors to join the list of existing degree programs available to students. Beginning in fall 2021, students enrolled on campus will have the opportunity to major in supply...
Community Events – Week of May 1st, 2021
Maplewood 2021-22 Preschool RegistrationCall TodayMaplewood Preschool is now registering for the the 2021-2022 school year. Please call 330-296-2892, extension 551515 to get more information or to request a registration packet.
Used, mismatched and broken toys/figurines wanted for High School Art ProjectCleaning out your toys or getting ready to sell them...
Ravenna Lions Collecting Plastics
Ravenna - The Ravenna Lions are joining the challenge to help dispose of some of the common plastics that enter your house but aren’t acceptable for traditional curbside recycling…It’s the TREX Recycling Program - The aim is to divert certain kinds of plastics from landfills and turn them into...
Garrettsville Farmers’ Market Offering Farm Tour Series
Garrettsville - The Garrettsville Farmers’ Market is excited to announce their first Private Farm Tour Series. Offering a chance to experience how food is grown and raised, these guided tours will include demonstrations, hands-on activities, and tastings, providing an inside look into the care, craft, and history of farming...
James D. Baldwin of Garrettsville, OH
James D. Baldwin, 90 years of age, passed away Thursday, April 15, 2021 at his residence in Garrettsville. Born on September 25, 1930 in Hartford, Ohio, he was the son of the late George and Lucille Baldwin. He was a graduate of Hartford High School, and was a resident...
Pizza Shops Promoting Help in Crisis
Local pizza shops in Portage County are helping to spread the message of help that is available for people who are experiencing mental distress. As residents cope with the stresses of the pandemic on top of their daily life stressors, it’s important for people to know where they can...
“Thank You” From The Newton Falls Community Backpack Program
With the help and support of Newton Falls Schools, the NF Community Backpack Program has packed and distributed weekend bags of food to area children during the weeks that the schools were open during first semester. We appreciate the support of Supt. Rocco Adduci, Maintenance Supervisor Jo Seidner, and...
The Main Street Ravenna Virtual Winter Writing Festival Was A Hit!
The Main Street Ravenna “Virtual” Winter Writing Festival was a great way to spend a few hours each Saturday in February learning about writing short stories, poems, and children’s books.
Main Street Ravenna would like to thank our presenters who joined us virtually this year! Holding the event virtually worked...
Portage County resident and business owner donates to Portage County Sheriff’s...
Shalersville - Chris Bianchi, a resident of Shalersville, OH who has seen success in the Music Industry and operates CB Entertainment music firm has recently made a $2,000 donation to the Portage County Sheriff’s Department. On behalf of his company, every year around his birthday, they work to make...
Mark A. Brunn of Freedom Twp., OH
Mark A. Brunn 77 of Freedom Township passed away Thursday, February 25, 2021 at his home.
He was born June 9, 1943 in Ravenna, Ohio to Guy and Carolyn (Sprafka) Brunn. Mark was a 1961 graduate of James A. Garfield High School, served as a US Army medic at Fort...
Ravenna Chamber Seeking Honorary Way Nominations
The Ravenna Area Chamber of commerce is seeking nominations for the Honoray Way. Honorary Way is a means to publicly and temporarily honor distinguished citizens and good Samaritans for their achievements by ceremonially naming the street after them.
The Honorary Way bench and street sign can be found at the...
NEOMED’s College of Medicine Students Celebrate Residency Matches
Rootstown – The spirit of the Northeast Ohio Medical University College of Medicine Match Day celebration was alive and well as fourth-year students reveled in the news of their residency matches.
Per tradition, 138 NEOMED medicine students waited until noon on National Match Day, Friday, March 19, to learn their...
Virtual Voter Forum
League of Women Voters of Northern Portage County is hosting a Virtual Voter Form on April 7th at 7 pm. The forum will present new tax issues on the ballot for the May 4th election that impact the communities we serve which are Aurora, Freedom, Garrettsville, Hiram, Mantua, Nelson...
