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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Harvey Louis Wensel
Harvey Louis Wensel, aged 84, of Durham, North Carolina passed away on December 28, 2025. He will be greatly missed by all who knew him – his family, his neighbors, his students, his friends, all the people who came in contact with him regularly. Harvey was born in Columbus, Ohio, on February 15, 1941. The son of Charles Lester Wensel...
Badger girls’ basketball locks down Red Devils in league clash
There is a new leader in the race for the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division championship. The Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball used stout defense to pull away from league rival Crestwood, winning 39-24 to vault into first place in the division last Friday evening in Burton. “It was a very tough, physical game,” said Coach Dave Albert. “They played very...
Borrow Snowshoes Free of Charge
First-come-first-served snowshoe borrowing is back at The West Woods, and it’s still FREE for Geauga County residents! For a snowshoeing adventure, you’ll first need at least four inches of “good snow” (not icy or super fluffy) on the ground – and the deeper the snow, the better. Check weather conditions for ZIP code 44072 or call 440-285-9516 to learn whether...
Berkshire wrestling finishes as runners-up at Russ Ward Memorial tournament
The Berkshire Badgers’ wrestling team announced themselves in a big way as they finished in second place by crowning two champions to score 179.5 points at the Russ Ward Memorial Tournament last Saturday at Cardinal High School. “It was definitely on our minds as a coaching staff that we could push for a high placement but the boys, they came...
Badger boys’ basketball mounts late rally but still falls to Tigers
The Berkshire Badgers boys’ basketball team stormed back late with a dominant fourth period, but their comeback fell short losing 47-46 against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division and Geauga County rival Chagrin Falls last Saturday afternoon in Burton. “It has been a problem putting the ball in the basket,” said Coach Joe Montanero. “They fight, the effort is there. I...
Cardinal girls’ basketball shines in NAC opener, tops Pymatuning Valley
The Cardinal Huskies girls’ basketball team announced its presence in the Northeastern Athletic Conference in a big way. The Huskies controlled the game from start to finish, prevailing 45-32 against NAC Stars Division foe Pymatuning Valley last Thursday evening in Middlefield. “I think it is a total confidence booster for them going into the NAC and seeing what all the...
Hoff’s Vintage & Antique Market Returns December 5–7 with a Weekend of Treasures, Music & Holiday Cheer
Hoff’s Vintage Market is back and bigger than ever, bringing three unforgettable days of shopping, discovery, and holiday-season magic to one of the most eclectic spaces in Northeast Ohio. From December 5–7, Hoff’s will once again transform into a haven for vintage lovers, treasure hunters, décor enthusiasts, and curious explorers of all kinds. This highly anticipated market features an exceptional...
Badger girls’ basketball learns hard lesson in loss against Bobcats
Although the Berkshire Badgers girls’ basketball team is a younger squad this year, they are being put to the test with a grueling non-conference schedule. The Badgers learned about what it takes to have the make-up of a state contender when they were soundly defeated 59-33 by Norwayne last Saturday afternoon in Burton. “One of the things we wanted to...
Geauga Jeep Invasion Raises close to $20,000 for Local Veterans Programs
The 6th Annual *Geauga Jeep Invasion* rolled through Geauga County with record participation and generosity this year, raising nearly $20,000 to benefit local veterans programs. The event was organized by the Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club (BMR) and chaired by Andrew Pleso, with major sponsorship from Junction Auto Family and support from numerous local partners. The Geauga Jeep Invasion was founded six...
Geauga SWCD’s Painted Rain Barrels Keep Conservation Flowing!
The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) wishes to thank everyone who participated in our 2025 Rain Barrel Yard Art Campaign. Five talented artists painted barrels that uniquely reflected Geauga County’s natural, cultural, agricultural, or historical resources. This year's artists, masterpieces, and buyers included: Dreamcatcher painted by Julie Bell and purchased by Karen Hillman, Tender Pause at Water’s...
Middlefield Resident Annie Peters crowned Burton Art Show’s 3-D Champion
Middlefield artist Annie Peters has been a frequent participant in the annual Burton Public Library Art Show. She can now say she has experienced the honor of submitting a winning piece, as her three-dimensional creation Basket for Your Thoughts won first place at the Show in October. “It was very nice,” Peters told The Weekly Villager. “I have been making...
Home Delivered Holiday Meals for Geauga County Seniors
The Geauga County Department on Aging and local Thanksgiving Sponsors, Cherished Companions Home Care, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center and the Chardon VFW will provide FREE traditional holiday meals to any Geauga County Senior, age sixty (60) and older, who will be home and alone on Thanksgiving Day, November 27! There will be no regular Home Delivered Meal delivery or...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Farmington Senior...
Streetsboro football halts West Geauga in playoff opener
While regular season home field advantage had not worked in the Streetsboro Rockets’ football team’s favor this year, having home field in the playoffs was a different story. The Rockets pulled away late to defeat West Geauga 35-21 in the first round of the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division IV Region 13 playoffs last Friday evening at Rockets’...
2025-26 Controlled Hunting Program to affect five parks
As you plan your visits to Geauga Park District this fall and winter, please note the following park closures due to controlled hunting. Troy Wetlands will be closed November 15 through 20; Observatory Park will be closed December 1 and 2; The West Woods will be closed December 4 and 5; Big Creek Park will be closed December 20; and...
Cardinal’s Sam Gdovichin rallies late at OHSAA D-IV cross country state meet
Cardinal senior Sam Gdovichin’s first appearance at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division IV cross country state championship may have been his one and only state berth but he left it all out on the course, surging late to finish in 67th place with a time of 16:56.43 last Saturday morning at Fortress Obetz. “It is amazing,” said Gdovichin....
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave,...
Badgers’ football seizes momentum in second half, shut out Tigers
The Berkshire Badgers’ football team closed out the regular season with an emphatic statement, shutting out Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division and Geauga County rival Chagrin Falls 34-0 with a dominant second half last Friday evening at C.S. Harris Stadium in Chagrin Falls. “It was a very tight first half,” said Coach Josh DeWeese. “The guys responded to what we...
Berkshire volleyball survives Triway’s furious rally, nets district banner
For the first time since 2018, there will be a regional playoff round for the Berkshire Badgers’ volleyball team. The Badgers secured the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division V Northeast 2 district banner, fending off Triway’s comeback in a five-set thriller, winning 25-17, 25-11, 18-25, 16-25, 15-7 last Thursday evening at Magnificat High School. “We were super excited to...
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Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave,...
Growscape opens new distribution center to manufacturing site
Growscape, an industry leader in garden and décor solutions for growers, retailers and distributors, continues to expand its base of operations by officially opening a new 750,000 square foot distribution center at its already existing 500,000 square foot manufacturing site at 16395 East High Street on Oct. 15 in Middlefield. “It’s 100% an investment in the future in numerous ways,”...
Berkshire volleyball edges Canfield, reaches 20th victory in season finale
The Berkshire Badgers’ volleyball soccer team ended its regular season with an exclamation point, overcoming a slow start to top Canfield 11-25, 25-21, 25-23, 25-19 last Saturday afternoon in Burton. “We were obviously flat in the first set,” noted Coach Joan Prots. “It took us a little while to wake up and remember what we were as a team and...
Badgers’ cross-country capture CVC Valley Division banner
One of Coach Bryan Wadsworth’s goals for returning the Berkshire Badgers’ cross-country program to relevancy was becoming a force in the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division. The Badger boys accomplished that feat when they won the CVC Valley Division title with a 2-4-7-8-9 finish to score 30 points last Saturday at Geneva High School. “It was cool to see because...
Time For A W-A-L-K
Dogs and their humans, join us for one, two or three Hound Hikes this fall with Naturalist Karie – no registration required! Participants of any hike will also get some tips from our friends at Cold Nose Companions Dog Training and take home a keepsake “Adventure Ready” dog scarf to remember it by. This season’s hikes are Sunday, October 19,...
Huskies’ volleyball sweeps Skippers, strengthens grip on conference lead
The Cardinal Huskies’ volleyball team is one win away from winning the title in the Northeastern Athletic Conference Stars Division, sweeping league rival Fairport Harding 25-3, 25-16, 25-15 for their 14th consecutive victory in their home finale last Thursday evening in Middlefield. “We had a really good first game especially that set the tone,” noted Coach Michael Chaffee. “It was...
Introduction To Archery
If you’d like to reacquaint yourself with archery, or try the sport for the first time, Geauga Park District has you covered this fall, providing all the equipment and instruction you’ll need to get started. Sign up for an introductory session by registering at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org under Programs & Events, filtered by program activity Archery, or by calling 440-286-9516 between 10...
We’re All Invited
Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays “THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave,...
Cardinal School District hosts Military Appreciation Breakfast & Assembly on Nov. 11
Pride in the United States Armed Forces has existed in the Middlefield community for several decades and the Cardinal School District will demonstrate its support by hosting a Military Appreciation Breakfast & Assembly on Nov. 11 at Cardinal High School. “From everything I have seen, it has been a very important event and something our students and staff look forward...
Burton Public Library to host 42nd annual Community Art Show
Once again, the creative talents of Geauga, Lake and Portage County residents will be on full display as the Burton Public Library will host its 42nd annual Community Art show next week beginning on Tuesday and running through Saturday at 14588 West Park Street. “I would say it is a way for the community to be able to showcase their...
