Crestwood School Board Update
Mantua - At the last Board meeting, Superintendent David Toth responded to inquiries about the newly completed paving project. He noted that although there are more paved surfaces that are in need of attention, due to the District’s limited funds, the Board followed the recommendation of the contractor, Tallmadge Asphalt, to resurface the most heavily traveled areas. He noted...
Towing For A Cure
Mantua - In recognition of Breast Cancer Awareness month, the crew at F&S Automotive, Inc. in Mantua, OH took a few minutes out of their busy schedules to recognize the individuals and families that are affected by breast cancer. Pictured above is a photo of our crew wearing their safety pink “Towing For A Cure” shirts. Knowing that many of...
Veteran’s Day Came Early in Mantua
Mantua - If you happened by the historic home at the corner of State Route 82 and Mantua Center Road last week, you may have noticed that although it isn’t November 11th, Veteran’s Day came early for local resident Domer “Kelly” Keller. The crisp autumn day held a flurry of activity as local volunteers, together with a crew from...
Hero’s Rock Needs Your Help
Mantua - You may recall that Mantua residents Scott Snyder and his wife Trish founded the Hero’s Rock organization in 2011 after learning of the death of Christopher Thibodeau, a local soldier serving in Afghanistan, just one week after learning he was to be a father. “These tragic stories are so hard,” Trish shared. Perhaps since Christopher was the...
NAPA Auto Parts Opens in Mantua
Mantua - While it’s been in the works for a while, NAPA Auto Parts is finally open in their new location at 10507 Main Street in Mantua. The new space, according to owner Matt Denzinger, provides nearly double the space of his former location, where he ran the successful local business for five years. No stranger to the local...
MSFD Emergency Levy on Fall Ballot
Mantua - As Fire Chief, I take a great deal of pride in this community and this Fire Department, and want nothing but the best for everyone involved in making this fire district safe and secure going into the future,” stated MSFD Chief Matt Roosa. To that end, Chief Roosa and the MSFD Board have agreed to place an...
Progress At Mantua Center School
Mantua - “There is much community energy. We have a need for a community center like this, to let people know what is available, and a connection to it. Here is a place, a location where people can come in, find support for families, drug problems, a place for the Hiram College business incubator program, a space that could...
Mantua Village Council News
Mantua - Mayor Linda Clark reported that she received letters of interest for the Village’s Planning Committee and Landmark Board. She recommended that Council appoint Robert Gaglione to Planning and Terry Vechery to the Landmark Commission. Both candidates were approved by Council and sworn in by Mayor Clark that evening. In addition, Mayor Clark shared two special event forms...
Portage Park District Hosts Headwaters Trail Improvement Meeting
Ravenna - The Portage Park District is seeking public input regarding improvements to the Headwaters Trail, an 8-mile multipurpose trail from Garrettsville to Mantua. A public meeting will be held on Tuesday, January 26th, 7:00 pm at the James A. Garfield Elementary School, located at10207 ST RT 88 in Garrettsville. The Park District intends to request grant funding to improve...
Cavaliers Mascot Visits Crestwood Intermediate School
Mantua - Sir CC, the mascot from the Cleveland, can be seen at every Cavaliers home game cheering on our team and energizing the fans. At Crestwood Intermediate School, Mrs. Patton’s students quickly recognized Sir CC in a Brain Rush brain break video they completed in class. Just for fun, they decided to tweet a video of themselves completing...
Mantaline Expands Its Capabilities, Offers New Processes and In-Line Options
Mantua - In the polymer industry, constant changes and improvements are the essential ingredients to servicing customer needs effectively. Mantaline Corporation of Mantua, Ohio has recently added key new processes and materials to its portfolio in its efforts to offer current customers an avenue to “best available” technology as well as position itself to fulfill the expectations of the...
Crestwood Lions Club Holiday Projects
Mantua - The Crestwood Lions Club is busy selling holiday gift baskets, scented candles and getting ready for Christmas tree sales. Holiday gift baskets for sale start at $5 per basket. Each basket is different and has a holiday theme. Basket sizes and contents vary. Contact Mary Hannah at 330-883-9297 to see samples or for more information. Scented candles are...
Head 2 Toe Wellness Center Opens in Mantua
Mantua – Just in time to curtail the tendency to pack on cold-weather pounds, Head 2 Toe Massage & Body Work at 4667 Prospect Street in Mantua has expanded next door with Head 2 Toe Wellness Center at 4669 East Prospect St. The expanded business is showcasing its new services by offering free yoga and Zumba classes through November...