Crestwood volleyball sweeps Ravenna, Harvey in tri-match
The Crestwood Red Devils’ volleyball team’s winless start to the season is no more. The Red Devils earned their first two victories when they defeated Portage County rival Ravenna 25-6, 25-19 then swept Chagrin Valley Conference rival Harvey 25-11, 25-19 in a tri-match last Saturday at James L. Coll Gymnasium in Ravenna. “I think we are still building,” said Crestwood...
Free workshop is turning business owners into fraud fighters
Hometown Bank is stepping up to protect local businesses from the growing threat of fraud with a free, hands-on community event: the 2025 Business Fraud Survival Camp, happening Wednesday, October 1, 2025, from 1:00 to 4:00 PM at the Kent State University Hotel & Conference Center. With fraud schemes costing Ohio businesses millions each year, Hometown Bank is offering this...
Berkshire football trounces Cardinal to snap winless start
Although the Berkshire Badgers and Cardinal Huskies’ football teams are no longer Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foes, the Kinsman Road rivalry remains as strong as ever. Once again, the Badgers held the upper hand, shutting out Cardinal 48-0 to celebrate their Hall of Fame Weekend last Friday evening at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium in Burton. “It was nice to...
Garfield G-Men football rides fast start to down Springfield
Beginning the season with a loss may not have been ideal for the Garfield G-Men football team but they have responded in a big way. The G-Men conquered Mahoning Valley Athletic Conference foe Springfield 40-21 last Friday evening at JAG Stadium. “Over the years we have been pretty resilient at home and on the road so it was nice to...
Garfield G-Men girls’ cross-country finish as runners-up at Streetsboro
The third annual Streetsboro Rockets Invitational was a big day for several young squads. The Garfield G-Men girls’ cross-country team shined by placing as the runners-up with a 5-10-14-15-36 finish, scoring 80 points last Saturday morning at Streetsboro Middle School. “They were proud of themselves,” said Garfield Coach Matt Pfleger. “I saw all smiles after that meet; after running as...
Windham Township Board of Trustees receive proposal for zoning amendment
At the Windham Township Board of Trustees meeting last Thursday evening at the Windham Town Hall, the Board was presented with a proposal from Windham resident Colleen Thompson to amend the Windham Township Zoning Code to allow residents who live on parcels of 10 acres or more to have the option to build a second residential dwelling. Thompson said that...
Experience Portage County Auction Offers Unforgettable Adventures While Supporting Local Communities
This September, area residents can unlock unforgettable adventures while making a meaningful impact. The Experience Portage County Online Auction supporting the Portage Foundation, running September 1 through September 30, features an exciting lineup of one-of-a-kind packages designed to showcase the best of our region and beyond. All proceeds benefit the Portage Foundation, a nonprofit dedicated to strengthening local communities through...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The pot is boiling–Reverse Raffle coming up! Make your donations. Get your tickets. But first…. Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary is working to complete their project regarding the mural on the bridge abutment on Windham street. Latest direction is to have art students from J.A,G. revise and update the mural on new boards to be fastened to the concrete surface currently in place;...
Northern Portage “MEET THE CANDIDATE” Nights
Local elections are just around the corner, and the League of Women Voters of Northern Portage County invites everyone to our Meet the Candidates nights. There will be three sessions: Garrettsville Area: Garrettsville, Nelson, Windham, Freedom Date/Time: Wednesday September 24 at 6:30 PM Location: Klamer Center at the James A. Garfield Schools campus, 10207 OH-88 Garrettsville Candidates invited: Council, Trustee, School Board Races Crestwood...
Welding Tech Program Is Pell Approved
Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department in Welding Technologies is now Pell approved, which means you can now apply for this grant to pay for your tuition. Welding Technologies is a 36-week course held Monday-Thursday from 5:45 p.m. and 10 p.m. and you have the ability to take up to three welding certifications. After the course is complete, we help...
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,...
PCJFS to hold open interviews on September 15
Portage County Job and Family Services is announcing a career fair where open interviews will be conducted for several positions within the agency. On Monday, September 15, from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM, those interested in a career at Portage County Job and Family Services are encouraged to come to OhioMeansJobs at 253 South Chestnut Street, Ravenna, with resume in...
Who Dunnit? Find Out at NGCC’s Murder Mystery Fundraiser!
The Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard (NGCC) invites you to trade your magnifying glass for a fork and your detective hat for a Bavarian cap at its annual murder mystery fundraiser, happening Saturday, October 4, from 5–9 p.m. at Sugarbush Golf Club. This year’s production, presented by Garrettsville’s own Curtains Up Theatre, is titled “Murder at the Slurp & Burp Oktoberfest”—and...
Viega Manufacturing Facility holds grand opening in Mantua
Viega Manufacturing, a family-owned international manufacturer that develops plumbing and HVAC solutions, officially opened the doors to its newest facility by holding a grand opening at the Turnpike Commerce Center last Thursday morning at 4400 Beck Road in Mantua. “We are very proud that they have selected this location out of all of the others they had to choose from,”...
Huskie girls’ soccer storms back to topple Tigers, net first win
For the first time since the 2020 season, the Cardinal Huskies girls’ soccer team can put their name in the win column. The Huskies rallied from a 2-0 deficit to defeat Newton Falls 5-2 last Wednesday evening in Trumbull County. “I think it brought up the team morale a little bit to get them a win,” said Coach Dakota Ward....
Rockets’ football soars past Rough Riders with potent rushing attack
The Battle of Diagonal Road is officially back on. The Streetsboro Rockets’ football team reignited the neighborhood rivalry against Portage County foe Kent Roosevelt with an offensive eruption, winning 42-7 last Friday evening at Roosevelt Stadium in Kent. “It is no secret that the strength of our team is on the offensive and defensive lines,” Coach Pete Thompson. “We have...
Children’s Guild of Cleveland CREATIONS 2025
The Children’s Guild of Cleveland is proud to announce its 81st annual creative fundraiser, CREATIONS 2025, taking place Saturday, October 4, 2025, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Rd. (Rt. 306), Bainbridge, OH 44023. This beloved community tradition showcases handcrafted items made by the talented and dedicated members of the Children’s Guild. Visitors...
You Had To Be There – Car Show Exceeds Expectations
The Zach Peterson Memorial Car Show, held on Labor Day at Nelson Ledges Race Track, exceeded all expectations as thousands of attendees filled the grounds to celebrate cars, community, and the life of Zach Peterson. The annual event, organized by a dedicated committee and the Peterson family continues to grow each year. “We are so grateful for everyone who donated...
Ravenna Board of Education Approves Sale of West Park Elementary
The building formerly known as West Park Elementary will soon be under new ownership, as the Ravenna Board of Education unanimously approved a resolution by a 5-0 vote to sell the building to Magnolia Realty Holdings LLC, a locally owned and licensed real estate brokerage company for $775,000 at the Board of Education meeting on Aug. 22. “We had an...
John Hebb
John Maurie Hebb, 78 of Ravenna, formerly of Windham, Ohio, went home to the Lord on August 16th, 2025. He was born in Elkins, West Virginia to the late Reuben and Edith (Collette) Hebb on November 18th, 1946. As a youngster, John relocated to Windham, Ohio, where he was raised and resided for most of his adulthood. As he built...
Colletta R. Stanley
Colletta R. Stanley, 85, of Windham, OH, went home to her Lord and Savior Wednesday, July 9, 2025. She was born October 26, 1939, in Elkins, WV, to the late Ruben and Edith (nee Collett) Hebb. She was raised in Windham, and was a proud graduate of Windham High School, belonging to the class of 1957. Colletta met the love...
John “Dave” D. Finney
John “Dave” D. Finney, 70, of Nelson Twp., OH, went home to his Lord and Savior Thursday, August 28, 2025, after living with Parkinson’s Disease for over 16 years. He was born December 15, 1954, in Ravenna, OH, to the late John K. and Hazel (nee Danielson) Finney. He was a lifelong Nelson Twp. resident and was proud of the...
Dawn A. Nipuelio
Dawn A. Nipuelio, 65, of Garrettsville, OH, passed away peacefully on Friday, August 22, 2025, surrounded by her loving family, after a courageous battle with cancer. She was born June 28, 1960, in Akron, OH, to the late Mike and Dawn (nee Cupler) Nipuelio. She grew up in Northeast OH. Dawn married Michael Elchert, and together they raised two daughters,...
Garfield G-Men football bests Warren JFK
Redemption was the name of the game for the Garfield G-Men football team. Garfield rebounded from a season-opening loss by defeating Warren John F. Kennedy 36-14 last Thursday evening at JAG Stadium. “It was a great response from the kids,” Coach Mike Moser said. “We lost a tough game last week. We were a little banged up and had to...
Crestwood girls’ soccer routed by Kirtland in shutout loss
The Crestwood Red Devils girls’ soccer team had a lot of questions to answer entering the season. They are still searching for answers after being shut out by Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Kirtland 10-0 last Thursday evening at Jack Lambert Stadium in Mantua. “We were in their way,” said Coach Scot Etling. “They were up on us 2-0...
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,...
Pet Models Needed!
Think your pet has that certain “star quality”? Are you an accomplished photographer (or aspiring to be one)? Then we invite you to enter the Portage County District Library Pet Calendar Photo Contest! Please ensure that your photo conveys a literary theme. This is an online voting competition, where participants enlist the help of their family, friends and followers to cast...
Hiram Professor Launches New Archaeological Project at Ancient Roman City
Hiram College's Dr. Matt Notarian, associate professor of classics, is breaking new ground in the heart of Italy. Partnering with the Kansas City Art Institute, the town of Sassoferrato, and the Soprintendenza Archeologia, Dr. Notarian has officially launched the Sentinum City Archaeological Research Project (SCARP), a student-focused excavation of the ancient Roman city of Sentinum. "I've long been interested in...
Century Village to host Light Up the Balloon Festival
There is a new annual tradition in Burton, as the Geauga Historical Society will host its second annual Light Up the Balloon Festival at the Century Village Museum on the weekend of Sep. 12 at 4 p.m. “The inspiration is to showcase our beautiful campus,” Volunteer Linn Walker told The Weekly Villager on Aug. 28. “Our back view is...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary, having been displaced at Cal’s II by the Garfield retirees, met in MB Realty to consider the following items: *ongoing consideration of a lockbox program *planning for the Reverse Raffle in November…sponsors, donors and ticket-buyers are high on the list of desirable contacts, also anyone interested in being a part of the operation as a new member–C’mon down! *the...