PCSO fires corrections officer who pleaded guilty to first-degree misdemeanor - Wendy DiAlesandro. A Portage County corrections officer originally indicted with two felony counts of sexual extortion is now out of a job.
PCSO fires corrections officer who pleaded guilty to first-degree misdemeanor Around Garrettsville: Garrettsville is gearing up for summer fun
- Jackie Loreta-Rinearson. The Sip n' Shop on Main is coming together nicely. With more than 40 artisans and four wineries, the street is about full. Main Street in Garrettsville will play host to a wine tasting and artisan festival from 2 to 7 p.m. Saturday, July 25.
How Portage County organizations plan an eventful summer
- Adriana Gasiewski. Cochairs of the revived Captain Brady Day Annette McMullen and Charlie Hall grew up attending the community festival at Brady Lake. McMullen recalled how the event was less centered around Captain Samuel Brady but bringing the then-Brady Lake Village community together.
Portage County obituaries for June 1-2, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
The Setlist with Mike D for June 3, 2026
- Mike D. My name is Mike D. I’m a local musician, and my interest is in promoting local music and musicians. Twice a month I’ll be providing you with a list of live performances throughout the county. Some concerts cost, but most are free.
Ravenna looks to put elementary school, high school on same property
- Savana Capp. In addition to the closures of West Park and West Main elementaries, Ravenna City Schools might be introducing another building change.
Around Brimfield: Double your donation to Brimfield Community Cupboard
- Shirley Mars. During the year, Meijer generously sponsors “Simply Give Double Match Days”. Donations made on Double Match Days are effectively tripled. These funds are used to purchase meat for pantry families. The next Double Match Day is on Saturday, June 13.
County roundup: New care facility to create jobs in Brimfield, plus Atwater and Suffield news
- Roger Gordon. The Village at St. Edward partnered with developer Dan DeHoff to construct a 107-unit, 101,000-square-foot residential care facility that will serve independent, assisted living and memory care residents in Brimfield.
Portage County obituaries for May 29-31, 2026
- Staff Report. Remembering those we've lost in Portage County
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Data center open house scheduled during Shalersville moratorium
- Staff Report. A cryptocurrency mining company wants to build a massive data center complex near the Geis property in Shalersville. An open house at 3 p.m. today invites the public to learn more.
Legislative update: Local legislators working on water quality, maternal health and more
- Savana Capp. Local legislators have been busy this spring, advocating for a variety of bills addressing everything from Black maternal health to water quality in the Great Lakes.
Towner's Woods getting new bathrooms, repaving and other upgrades
- Wendy DiAlesandro. Towner’s Woods is getting some updates, but they mean the park will be closed for the summer— and maybe longer.
Baker: Whom do you serve?
- Kathy Baker. This week, we marked a solemn holiday, dedicated to honoring the memory of all military personnel who sacrificed their lives in service of our country. More recently, many also consider this holiday as a day on which to honor and remember all loved ones who have passed on.