Former Mantua police chief’s lawsuit against the village dismissed
Former Mantua Police Chief Joseph Urso’s legal effort to get his job back has hit a roadblock and potential dead end.
Portage County obituaries for Sept. 23-24, 2026
Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
How food aid groups are working to hit Portage County meal targets
The Akron-Canton Regional Foodbank is ground zero when it comes to providing food for Portage County’s hungriest people.
Baker: Making sense of it all
I don’t know about you, but I find it increasingly difficult to make sense of the world, in light of the tragedies, injustices, wars, unkindnesses and dissension that fill our eyes and ears on a daily basis. I’ve tried being angry, being judgmental, feeling holier-than-thou, feeling hopeless, praying, raging, swearing and despairing. Not that all that seemed to be of much help.
The Setlist: Portage County live music for Sept. 23-29
Hello, all! We’ll start today’s Setlist with Ravenna, which rain or shine will celebrate Balloon A-Fair this weekend. Events will be held all weekend in downtown Ravenna and at the Portage County fairgrounds in Randolph.
Portage County obituaries for Sept. 21-22, 2026
Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
Hiram Township will open its own fire department, breaking with village
Hiram Township is opening its own fire department, despite ongoing mediation with Hiram Village, which had long overseen fire services for both the village and township.
County roundup: Brimfield drafts data center restrictions; Atwater, Mogadore, Randolph and Suffield news
The Brimfield Zoning Commission will be requesting a six-month extension to the current moratorium on data centers as it continues to work toward finalizing new legislation.
Around Windham: Happy Homecoming, Windham Bombers!
We are incredibly honored to share that Windham Exempted Village Schools is one of 1,175 schools (almost 1,000 less than last year) nationwide to apply for the T-Mobile $1 Million Friday Night 5G Lights Grant to put a track on our football field.
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Portage County obituaries for Sept. 18-20, 2026
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Changes to Shalersville zoning could impact proposed data center
Shalersville’s Zoning Commission on Sept. 10 approved a handful of amendments to the township’s zoning code that could affect a contentious proposed data center campus.
Around Charlestown: Charlestown UMC celebrates burning the mortgage
Join in the fun at the Fall Fling on Saturday, Oct. 3 at the Charlestown United Methodist Church beginning at 5-7 pm. There will be games, crafts, a bounce house for the kids and a hayride for everyone!
Rooted Ramblings: Should we feed wild birds and animals in the summer?
Summer is a busy season for birds. While many people associate bird feeding with cold winter months, backyard bird feeders can also play an important role during the summer. However, there are both benefits and drawbacks to keeping feeders stocked when temperatures rise.
Portage County obituaries for Sept. 16-17, 2026
Remembering those we've lost in Portage County