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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...

News from the historical society

The Shalersville Historical Society will be holding a YARD SALE at its museum, 9154 St Rt 44 just north of the intersection with St Rt 303, on Aug 31, Sept 1 & Sept 2 from 9 - 5 PM each day.  Now’s your chance to find that something unique...

Hiram College James H. Barrow Biological Field Station hosts fall educational...

The Hiram College James H. Barrow Biological Field Station will host several educational outreach events throughout September open to the public and appropriate for audiences of all ages. These events are meant to engage the public in an understanding of the outdoors and environmental practices while actively engaging with...

Portage County 4-H Shines at Sewing

The Portage County 4-H Life Skills Committee held its annual 4-H sewing judging and fashion revue on July 18th. 4-H members, aged 8 to 18, showcased their skills, ranging from beginner to advanced levels. First-place winners in each category advanced to the Ohio State Fair sewing judging and style...

Residents impacted by recent flooding encouraged to report damage to Portage...

Portage County residents who experienced damage from Saturday’s severe thunderstorm are encouraged to report the extent of damage to the Portage County Emergency Management Agency. Use this link to open an online form where you can describe the damage and send PCEMA photos: portagecounty-oh.gov/homeland-security-emergency-management/pages/storm-damage-reporting.    Other ways to get that information...

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 residents impacted by recent flooding encouraged to report damage...

Portage County residents who experienced damage from Saturday’s severe thunderstorm are encouraged to report the extent of damage to the Portage County Emergency Management Agency. Use this link to open an online form where you can describe the damage and send PCEMA photos: portagecounty-oh.gov/homeland-security-emergency-management/pages/storm-damage-reporting.    Other ways to get that information...

Valorie R. McCullough

Valorie R. McCullough, 72, of Aurora, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior on Monday, August 5, 2024. She was born November 27, 1951, in Ravenna, OH, to the late William and Norma (nee Warren) McCullough.  She was a proud graduate of James A. Garfield...

Why you should let Debord’s buy your old Heating & Air...

DeBord’s One Hour Heating and Air Conditioning will provide up to $2,171 in discounts and rebates toward the purchase and installation of a new Premier or Optimum Home comfort System. This is the best time in 2024 to exchange your home’s heating and air conditioning system with a new,...

Next Door General Store Opens in Mantua, Offers Bulk Foods

Next Door General Store, a new addition to the Mantua community, is now open for business. The store operates Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. and on Saturdays from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. It offers a variety of bulk foods, including baking goods, grains, pasta,...

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...

Ravenna Rocks Concert and Fireworks Illuminate 225th Anniversary Celebration

The city of Ravenna marked its 225th anniversary with a spectacular Ravenna Rocks concert and fireworks display, drawing large crowds for a full day of music, festivities, and community pride. The event began with DJ Krooze and the Krew energizing the early crowd with a lively mix of tunes that...

Portage Park District Deer Archery Lottery Opens

The Portage Park District’s deer archery program lottery is now open for entries until September 6, 2024. The program allows for limited controlled bow hunting at designated park properties not currently open to the public. Hunters will be chosen by lottery and must complete Park District requirements, including permit...

Ellerhorst Dentistry Welcomes New Patients in the Greater Mantua Area

Ellerhorst Dentistry is now taking new patients and looks forward to serving the dental needs of the greater Mantua area, including Shalersville, Garrettsville and beyond. Dr. Lydia Ellerhorst, DDS is from Garrettsville, OH. She graduated from James A Garfield High School as a salutatorian in 2001.  She then obtained her...

JAG Schools Announce Free and Reduced-Price Meal Program for 2024-2025

James A. Garfield Local School District today announced its 2024-2025 program year policy for free and reduced-price meals for students unable to pay the full price of meals served under the National School Lunch and School Breakfast.  Each school office and the central office has a copy of the...

Newton Falls Schools Implement Free Meal Program for 24-25 School Year

The Newton Falls Exempted Village School District announced today a change to its policy for serving meals to children served under the National School Lunch Program and School Breakfast Program for the 2024/2025 school year. Schools qualifying to operate the Community Eligibility Provision (CEP) provide breakfast and lunch to...

Demystifying Election Day

The League of Women Voters Northern Portage County, in collaboration with Theresa Nielsen, Deputy Director of the Portage County Board of Elections (BOE), is hosting an event aimed at answering questions about election security and procedures. The event, titled "Democracy Dialogues: Inside the Ballot Box," will take place on Wednesday,...

“Freddy”

Meet Freddy, this handsome boy is lucky to be alive today. He was attacked by some animal and had about half a dozen painful open holes all over his stomach. They were all terribly Infected, and he had to be sedated to have the wounds cleaned out. He also...
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