Newton Falls Treasure Hunt Update…
The first annual Newton Falls Treasure Hunt has become a national event. People from almost every state are participating, as well as hunters from...
Portage Park District continues watershed conservation, purchases Windham Township parcel
The Portage Park District’s mission to preserve natural land, especially that in the Eagle Creek Watershed, continued in partnership with the Portage Land Bank...
Southington Christian Church to Host “In the Garden” Ladies’ Luncheon Honoring Legacy of Faith
The women of Southington Christian Church are invited to pause, reflect, and bloom together at the _In the Garden Ladies' Luncheon_ on *Sunday, July...
Community Invited to Amateur Radio Field Day
While most people depend on a smartphone in an emergency, the Portage County Amateur Radio Service (PCARS) is preparing for the moment those phones...
Portage Foundation Awards More Than $61,000 in Scholarships Supporting College and Skilled Trades Students
The Portage Foundation is proud to announce the recipients of its 2026 scholarship awards, distributing more than $61,000 to students across Portage County pursuing...
We’re All Invited
Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm ....
Coleman Health Services opens 24/7 Portage Crisis Center
Coleman Health Services officially announced the opening of its first 24/7 Portage Crisis Center by hosting a ribbon-cutting ceremony last Tuesday morning at 3922...
Triple Trail Fest Returns on Saturday
This Saturday, folks will be welcomed to Mantua, a Buckeye Trail Town. Mantua is also home to the Headwaters Trail and the Cuyahoga Scenic...
Streetsboro softball walked off by Field in district championship
In only their second appearance in a district title game in program history, the Streetsboro Rockets’ softball team’s upset bid unraveled in the seventh...
Red Devil girls’ track and field win Division III district title
What the Crestwood Red Devils girls’ track and field team lacked in depth, they have always made up for in quality and that rang...
Spring into Summer knowing your Air Conditioning is Working Properly!
Homeowners interested in making home improvements often consider their project in terms of its long-term investments - will this increase my home's value if...
Triple Trail Fest Returns June 6 to Celebrate Summer in Mantua
Northeast Ohio’s favorite outdoor celebration is back! Triple Trail Fest returns to Mantua on Saturday, June 6, immediately following the popular Headwaters Adventure Race. Set...
Garfield G-Men girls’ track finishes as district runners-up, boys place third
The Garfield G-Men track and field team announced itself in the first Ohio High School Athletic Association Division IV Berkshire district meet by having...
Ted Lysiak receives Martha Jennings Holden Superintendent Award of Excellence
According to James A. Garfield Superintendent Ted Lysiak, he was unaware he was even in consideration for the Martha Jennings Holden Superintendent Award of...
Troop 4065 ODOT Cleanup of St Rt 82
On Sunday, 5/17/2026, Nelson BSA Troop 4065 performed their spring cleanup of St Rt 82 between Hiram and Garrettsville for ODOT. The Troop was...
2026 Back-To-School Clothing Voucher Program Announced
Portage County Job and Family Services is excited to announce the launch of the 2026 Back-to-School Clothing Voucher Program. This Prevention, Retention and Contingency...
Shalersville Historical Society News
This coming Saturday May 30 will be the first annual Classic Car Show sponsored by Shalersville Historical Society held at our museum complex, 9154...
We’re All Invited
Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm ....
United Way of Portage County Announces Fifth Community Partner Bus Tour
United Way of Portage County is inviting community members to take part in its fifth semi-annual Community Partner Bus Tour on Friday, May 29,...
Maplewood Career Center sends three students to SkillsUSA National Competition
The Maplewood Career Center will be well-represented once again at the SkillsUSA National Competition, sending three students to compete in the week-long event from...
Badgers’ baseball keeps Pirates at bay for sectional championship
When the Berkshire Badgers’ baseball team surrendered the game’s first run in the bottom of the third inning, they did what they do best...
Blue Mass For First Responders To Be Held May 31st
Father John Cassidy Assembly #3034 of the Knights of Columbus cordially invites all local current and retired Law Enforcement, Fire, and EMT members, their...
Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce’s Business Launchpad spawns new businesses
According to Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce Executive Director Ryann Cline, she has seen too many small businesses close before having a chance to...
Wilma Jean Mitchell
Wilma Jean Mitchell, age 91, passed away peacefully at home surrounded by loved ones and friends on May 17, 2026. Born in Gasaway,...
Laura Parker
Laura Parker had the audacity to die on May 1, 2026 due to complications from pneumonia. At this point we believed she was invincible....
Art on the Hill Presents 2026 Photo Contest
For the 13th year, Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corporation’s Art on the Hill & Wine Tasting Too will sponsor a Photo Contest at their Arts...
Portage Park District Launches Community Parks Grant Program
This year, the Portage Park District will renew its Community Parks and Trails Grant Program to assist in funding parks and trails in townships...
JA Garfield Superintendent Wins Award
The James A. Garfield Board of Education and Administrative Team would like to congratulate Superintendent Ted Lysiak on being selected as a recipient of...
G-H Rotary Report
Yard sales over, the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary was up for “business as usual”, which included the following: A well-attended lockbox event at Windham’s open house on...
Crestwood softball awakens late to oust Orange in sectional championship
The Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team is showing a knack for winning road playoff games, as the Red Devils surged late to defeat Orange...
