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Adoption Event/Pictures with Santa – Pet Supplies Plus Chardon December 16th
Geauga cat lovers will have another chance to adopt a rescued cat at Pet Supplies Plus in Chardon on Saturday December 16th from 12:00 – 4:00. All customers can also have their pictures taken with Santa and their new-found friend!
Kathy Deptola Animal Rescue will be at Pet Supplies Plus...
Christmas Services Scheduled At First Congregational Church of Freedom
Freedom Twp - First Congregational Church of Freedom’s Christmas Eve Candle Light Service will be held at the church on Friday December 22, 2017 at 6:30 p.m. instead of December 24th. The community is invited to join the congregation for this special candle lighting service.
Christmas worship service will be...
Newton Falls Community Backpack Program Thanks
Newton Falls - Your donations to the Newton Falls food-in-backpacks program continue to help supplement meals for local students. We thank the following folks who supported the program from late May into October.
For donations of funds, we thank NF Kiwanis, Sts. Mary and Joseph Ladies Guild, Soos donation, one...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of December 16
Patio Raffle
On Sale Now
Get your tickets now for the JAG All Sports Booster PATIO RAFFLE! A 600 sq. ft. decorative concrete patio with fire pit, decorative seating and steps is being donated by Creative Concrete Impressions. Install will take place at the winner’s home in the spring of 2018...
Edward R. Church of Youngstown, OH
Edward R. Church, 59, of Youngstown, passed away peacefully on November 24, 2017 surrounded by his loving family. He was born on June 22, 1958 in Mantua to Ralph and Anna (Bush) Bounds.
He enjoyed hunting, fishing and anything outdoors. Ed loved spending time with friends and especially his family.
Ed...
Lance C. Perrine of Leavittsburg, OH
Lance C. Perrine, 78, of Leavittsburg, went home to be with his Lord and Savior on November 25, 2017. He was born on March 24, 1939 to Marvin and Beulah Perrine in Gassaway, West Virginia.
He was a member and trustee at Faith Evangelical Free Church and attended a...
New ACT Prep Workshop Jan. 20 at James A. Garfield High...
Busy college-bound students can prep for the ACT in just one day.
A new workshop this winter in Garrettsville will offer a one-day session packed with review and strategies for time-strapped students to achieve higher ACT scores.
The ACT Prep 1-Day Intensive Workshop will be from 8 a.m. to 2...
Bristol Public Library December News
Holiday Closings
The library will be CLOSED Friday, December 22nd through Monday, December 25th. Regular hours resume Tuesday, December 26th at 8:00 am.
We will be CLOSED Friday, December 29th through Monday, January 1, 2018. Regular hours will resume Tuesday, January 2nd at 8:00 a.m.
The Staff of the Bristol Public...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of December 1
Patio Raffle
On Sale Now
Get your tickets now for the JAG All Sports Booster PATIO RAFFLE! A 600 sq. ft. decorative concrete patio with fire pit, decorative seating and steps is being donated by Creative Concrete Impressions. Install will take place at the winner’s home in the spring...
Selanders Celebrate Golden Anniversary
Mary Lou (Murphy) and Richard (Dick) Selander celebrated their 50th wedding anniversary at their son (Chris) and daughter-in-law’s (Jaime) home in Louisville on their anniversary, September 23rd; the picnic was co-hosted by their other son (Michael) and his fiancé (Ann). In attendance were family and close friends: Roger and...
Healthy Treasures in Newton Falls’ Anniversary Open House
Newton Falls - Healthy Treasures Health Food Store and Cafe, 40 W. Broad Street, Newton Falls will be hosting a holiday open house on December 2nd from 9am to 2pm to celebrate their anniversary. The event will feature mini educational seminars on a variety of health and seasonal topics.
“We...
Barbara L. Callaway of Ravenna, OH
Barbara L. Callaway, 75 years of age, passed away Saturday November 11, 2017 in Ravenna, Ohio.
Born in Ravenna, Ohio on September 2, 1942, she was the daughter of the late Harry and Evelyn (Thomas) Callaway. A lifetime resident of the Garrettsville and Freedom areas, she was a 1960 graduate...
Delma J. Mishler of Garrettsville, OH
Delma J. Mishler, 84, of Garrettsville, passed away Friday November 17, 2017. She was born to Howard and Ernestine (Strader) Walker in Suffield Ohio.
She loved searching for and refinishing antiques, flower gardening, reading (especially history) and collecting sheep and Santa Clauses. Delma was proud to be a member of...
Dorothy Jane Bailey of Garrettsville, OH
Dorothy Jane Bailey, 92, of Garrettsville, passed away peacefully on November 16, 2017. She was born on October 22, 1925 in Cleveland, Ohio to William and Eleanor (Hudgeon) Chevin. Dorothy married the love of her life, Charles Bailey, on March 8, 1946.
She worked for Johnson Rubber in Middlefield and...
Doubling Down For Veterans
Garrettsville - As a veteran-owned company on Industrial Drive, Diskin Enterprises will double every donation to Semper Fi before it gets doubled again on its way to support U.S. veterans this Christmas.
Diskin Enterprises (parent company to Modern Store Fixtures, Durajoint Concrete Accessories and Four Seasons Industries), is taking part...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of November 24
Don’t miss Garrettsville’s Annual Clock Tower Lighting on Saturday, November 25th.
The fun starts at 5:30 PM, Santa arrives by fire truck at 6:00 PM.
Patio Raffle
On Sale Now
Get your tickets now for the JAG All Sports Booster PATIO RAFFLE! A 600 sq. ft. decorative concrete patio...
Circus Costumes on Display in Middlefield
The Barnum & Bailey Circus may be history, but circus excitement is still alive and well in Middlefield!
For three weekends only, the public is invited to view a display of authentic circus costumes from Barnum & Bailey and other circus troupes. To set the stage, the hosts have conjured...
Thank You From The Garrettsville YMCA
Thank you to the Garrettsville Community for supporting the Garrettsville YMCA’s 1st Annual Halloween 5k and fun walk! We had fun and even Mother Nature couldn’t stop us! Without your donations, we couldn’t have done it !
A big thank you to our main sponsors: My Choice,...
International Suicide Loss Day Event on Nov 18
The Suicide Prevention Coalition of Portage County is holding an event for survivors of suicide loss on Saturday, November 18 from 1-3pm. The event will include a screening of the new documentary, “The Journey: A Story of Healing and Hope.” The film traces the grief and healing journey that...
Grand Opening of Mantua Pop-Up Art Gallery Planned
Mantua Pop-up Art Gallery will open in Mantua Village on Main Street on Friday November 10 at 3:00 PM. The GRAND OPENING RECEPTION will be a “meet and greet the artists” from 5:00-9:00 on the 10th.The non-profit venture resulted from a collaboration among several business owners from Manta...
Aspire Program Earn your GED & More
The Aspire Program (formerly Adult Basic & Literacy Education) provides classes all year-round, which include:
• Work Ready - Prepare for the local workforce. Earn three credentials proving you are work ready, which can be included on your resume. The class also includes streamlining your resume, creating a cover letter,...
Warm Hearts – Warm Kids Coat Drive
The Portage County Insurance Association is pleased to announce the kick-off of our 2017 Warm Hearts – Warm Kids coat drive. Started in 2013, this annual event aims to collect new and gently worn winter outerwear for local school children. Now in its fifth year, WHWK has already donated...
Betty M. Harvey of Garrettsville, OH
Betty M. Harvey, 88, of Garrettsville, joined her Lord and Saviour on Sunday November 5, 2017. She was born February 16, 1929 in Montville, Ohio to William and Elsie (Toussaint) Mausling. She met the love of her life Don Harvey, they were married October 18, 1952 and were blessed...
Avenue of 444 Flags and the War on Terror Veterans Memorial...
Mercer County, PA – Veterans Day, November 11, provides a special day to reflect upon the sacrifices of military veterans. The Avenue of 444 Flags and War on Terror Veterans Memorial is proud to welcome visitors to their location this Veterans Day and year round. This outstanding tribute includes...
Take A Moment and Thank A Veteran For Serving
Veterans Day is Saturday, November 11. Its inception began when fighting ceased on the eleventh hour of November 11, 1918, of World War I, known as the “Great War” and regaled as the war to end all wars.
Armistice Day was declared by President Woodrow Wilson on 11/11/19. ...
AARP Chapter 4527 News
The Bainbridge/Chagrin AARP Chapter #4527 will meet on Tuesday, November 14th, 2017 at 1pm, (1 week later because of the Elections.) We meet at the Bainbridge Town Hall, 17826 Chillicothe Road (Rt. 306) Bainbridge Twp., Ohio. (located behind the Fire Station.)
Our program will be on...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of November 3rd
Pation Raffle
On Sale Now
Get your tickets now for the JAG All Sports Booster PATIO RAFFLE! A 600 sq. ft. decorative concrete patio with fire pit, decorative seating and steps is being donated by Creative Concrete Impressions. Install will take place at the winner’s home in the spring...
Gelbke Exhibition To Showcase Photographs Redeveloped In Volcanic Environments
Hiram - From film to digital, photography as an art form has been evolving for more than a century. Some artists prefer digital and the ability to edit and manipulate images with technology. Others enjoy working with film and the hands-on approach of developing photographs in a classic dark...
“Invest In Your EMS”
On November 7th, 2017, the Community EMS District (Garrettsville Village, Freedom Township, and Nelson Township) is asking for the continued support of the residents of the District. The District is proposing a levy of 3.5 mills to IMMEDIATELY REPLACE the current 2.7 mill levy that has been maintained since...
Eric T. Moser of Eastchester, New York
Eric T. Moser, 43, of Eastchester died suddenly on October 10, 2017. Beloved husband of Maureen Beyer Moser for 21 years. Loving father of Julia, Gregory, Mary, and Paul Moser. Dear son of Becky Hill Moser and the late Craig Moser. Brother of Christopher (Anna) Moser and brother-in-law of...