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Crestwood’s Martini, Ravenna’s Scott each medal at D-III state meet

Crestwood junior Liv Martini earned eighth place in the 200-meter dash at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division II state meet last weekend at The Ohio State University's Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium - Photo by Daniel Sherriff

Crestwood Red Devils’ junior Liv Martini pushed herself to her physical and mental limit this season and finished the year by taking eighth place in 200-meter dash at the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III state meet last Saturday at The Ohio State University’s Jesse Owens Memorial Stadium. “I am so relieved and so excited,” Martini said. “Last year,...

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Community Center Makes Plans For Summer Fun

The Crestwood Community Center has a series of group activities planned throughout this summer

Looking for an opportunity to gather with friends this summer? Just about every week, the folks at Crestwood Community Center in Mantua have something special planned, and all are welcome. On Saturday, June 20th at 2 pm, the group will travel to the Porthouse Theater (3143 O’Neil Road in Cuyahoga Falls) to see “Grease.” The group plans to return to...

Portage Foundation Awards More Than $61,000 in Scholarships Supporting College and Skilled Trades Students

JA Garfield’s Riley Grace being awarded a $5,000 scholarship!

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 a wide variety of educational and career paths. Thanks to the generosity and vision of local donors who have established scholarship funds as an investment in Portage County’s future, this year’s awards will support not...

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Triple Trail Fest Returns on Saturday

The Triple Trail Fest will begin on Saturday at Buchert Park in Mantua at 8 a.m.

This Saturday, folks will be welcomed to Mantua, a Buckeye Trail Town. Mantua is also home to the Headwaters Trail and the Cuyahoga Scenic River Trail. This coming Saturday, the three trails will converge during the fourth annual Triple Trail Festival at Buchert Park in Mantua. The date also coincides with the Headwaters Adventure Race. The Portage Park District will...

Red Devil girls’ track and field win Division III district title

The Crestwood Red Devils girls' track team captured the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III district title with a score of 93.5 points last weekend at Perry High School in Lake County/Photo courtesy of Co-Coach Megan Mertz

What the Crestwood Red Devils girls’ track and field team lacked in depth, they have always made up for in quality and that rang true as the Red Devil girls snagged the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division III Perry district banner with a team score of 93.5 points last weekend at Alumni Stadium in Lake County “To win the...

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 against the scenic backdrop of Mantua’s trails and waterways, this one-day festival offers adventure, entertainment, and family-friendly fun for all ages. Guests can enjoy hiking, running, biking, paddling, food trucks, live music, river exploration, volleyball,...

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Blue Mass For First Responders To Be Held May 31st

The Father John Cassidy Assembly #3034 of the Knights of Columbus will host a Blue Mass on May 31 at Saint Joseph Church in Mantua at 9 a.m.

Father John Cassidy Assembly #3034 of the Knights of Columbus cordially invites all local current and retired Law Enforcement, Fire, and EMT members, their families and all members of M.A.D.D. & S.A.D.D., all Explorers and volunteers to their annual Blue Mass on Sunday, May 31, 9 a.m. at St. Joseph Church in Mantua. Attending First Responders are asked to...

Laura Parker

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. She leaves behind husband Ken Parker to whom she had the misfortune of marrying twice (her own fault) and being with for 45 and a half years. She had two biological children who have been...

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 and Crafts Street Festival on July 12 from 10 to 6 o’clock.  Everyone has photos they’ve taken during the year that they absolutely love and often share with friends and family.  This is a chance...

Crestwood softball awakens late to oust Orange in sectional championship

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The Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team is showing a knack for winning road playoff games, as the Red Devils surged late to defeat Orange 21-10 in the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division IV Northeast 4 sectional championship last Thursday evening in Pepper Pike. “It just solidifies what we are doing and shows the growth of where we are at...

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Red Devil girls’ track three-peat as CVC Valley Division champs, Badger boys net title

The Crestwood Red Devils girls' track and field team three-peated as the CVC Valley Division champions by scoring 158.0 points last week in Burton./Photo courtesy of Co-Coach Megan Mertz

The Crestwood Red Devils girls’ track team proved that despite being a smaller team than in recent years, the Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division title still belongs to them, winning their third straight league championship by scoring 158.0 points last week at Great Lakes Cheese Stadium in Burton. “It is a great testament to our kids,” said Crestwood Co-Coach Jim...

T.J. Henderson won’t return as Crestwood girls’ basketball coach

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The Crestwood Red Devils girls’ basketball team will have a new face leading the charge on the sideline next season, as T.J. Henderson formally announced he would not be returning for a sixth season in a social media post on X on May 2 as his coaching contract was not renewed. In five seasons at the helm, Henderson compiled a...

Crestwood softball demonstrates growth in victory against Valley Forge

The Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team’s goal of rolling into the Ohio High School Athletic Association Division IV postseason on an upward trajectory took a step in the direction when they defeated Valley Forge 12-1 last Saturday afternoon in Mantua. “We put up double-digit hits and double-digit runs,” said Coach Matt Helm. “We only had one error which was an...

Freedom Twp.  Historical Society News

Freedom Township Historical Society is pleased to announce its first program for 2026 which is being sponsored by Freedom, Mantua, & Shalersville Historical Societies. Susan Cannavino of Presentations with Pizzazz will present a program about Jackie Kennedy Onassis. Please join us as we explore "The Life of Jackie Bouvier Kennedy Onassis".  This presentation deals with each phase of Jackie's...

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New Fund To Support Community Projects

The Mantua-Shalersville Area Chamber of Commerce are in need of community support to establish a grant program to support community projects

The Mantua-Shalersville Area Chamber of Commerce and the Portage Foundation are looking for volunteers. They need community help in setting up a new grant program to help support community projects within the Crestwood geographic area.   According to Randy Ellis, President of the Mantua-Shalersville Chamber of Commerce, the proposed fund will serve as a hub for local charitable donations gathered...

62nd Mantua Ox Roast Fair Plans Well Underway

St. Joseph Church in Mantua is hitting the ground running with the Ox Roast Fair, which is being held on July 17th, 18th and 19th. The 2026 St. Joseph Church Ox Roast Fair, now in its 62nd year, promises to be more exciting than ever.  The Main Raffle is offering some great prizes in 2026. Grand prize is a Falcon...

Crestwood baseball rallies but finishes short of Mentor

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The Crestwood Red Devils baseball team’s offense was stifled for six innings against Mentor but finally mounted a rally in the seventh frame but lost 3-1 in a pitching duel last Saturday at Mentor High School. “I am proud of the guys that we had on the mound,” said Coach Chris Stanley. “We started a freshman, brought in a junior...

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CCC Fills May with Fun

Every Wednesday, the Crestwood Community Center (CCC) is open at the Lodge at Buchert Park in Mantua with a full schedule of activities. On May 13th, the day begins with a SAIL (Stay Active and Independent  for Life) fitness & balance class, followed by lunch at noon. This day’s lunch will be provided by Boulder Crossing of Streetsboro and will...

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Red Devils’ baseball rallies late, upsets Panthers in extra-innings

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Through six innings, the Crestwood Red Devils’ baseball team had been quiet but came alive in the top of the seventh, scoring four runs and ultimately toppled Akron Manchester 6-4 in 12 innings last Saturday afternoon in Akron. “Saturday was a tale of two games, just wrapped in one; fortunately we were able to pull one out there at the...

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Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship Now Accepting Applications for 2026-27  School Year

Applications are open for the Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship, offering support to local students pursuing careers in the automotive and mechanical trades. This scholarship is available to current high school sophomores attending James A. Garfield, Windham, and Crestwood High Schools who plan to enroll at Maplewood Career Center for the 2026–2027 school year. Eligible students should be entering programs such...

Red Devils’ softball squanders late lead against Tigers

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The Crestwood Red Devils’ softball team was only one out away from sealing victory against Chagrin Valley Conference Valley Division foe Chagrin Falls but the Tigers rallied to score two runs, and the Red Devils lost 8-7 in their second league game of the year last Thursday in Mantua. “It is a growing pain of being a little younger,” said...

Vintage Treasures and Heavy Machinery Take Center Stage at 62nd Annual Show in Mantua

Collectors, history enthusiasts, and families alike are invited to step back in time later this month as the International Watch Fob Association, Inc. hosts its 62nd annual Watch Fob, Memorabilia and Toy Show. Set for April 24–25, 2026, the two-day event will be held at Lakeside Sand & Gravel, 3498 Frost Road, Mantua, Ohio 44255 and will once again combine...

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