Kent Art and Wine Festival was a hit in its 19th year
Main Street Kent’s annual Art and Wine Festival had downtown jumping all day long June 7 with its festive assortment of music, wineries, and food and craft vendors.
Portage County obituaries for June 9-10
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Historic roof restoration complete at Ravenna’s Riddle Block 1
The restoration of the slate roof at historic Riddle Block 1 at 215 S. Chestnut St. in Ravenna has finally been completed after a lengthy process that left workers battling harsh winter weather.
County roundup: Townships considering consolidated fire district, plus more news from Deerfield, Edinburg and Paris
- Roger Gordon.
Deerfield is one of five Portage County townships that is looking to consolidate into one fire district. The other four townships are Edinburg, Paris, Palmyra and Charleston.
Portage County obituaries for June 6-8
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
What happens to the money in Kent’s parking meters?
An item on a recent Kent City Council agenda caught The Portager’s collective eye, so we decided to do some digging.
Senior Life: Get outside and stay active with Portage Parks
- Sally Kelly.
Over the past few months, I have shared with you a variety of discounts that are available to senior citizens in Portage County. Here in our own county, there are some “free” services that we may never think of. Well, not really free … our tax dollars at work. At least when you need the service, it is free.
Rooted Ramblings: Partnering with nature to grow thriving tomatoes
There is nothing quite like the taste of a home-grown tomato – vine ripened and bursting with flavor. This could be the reason that tomatoes are one of the most popular plants you will find in any backyard garden.
Portage County obituaries for June 4-5
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Waterloo superintendent’s retirement adds to district leadership turnover struggles
- John Hilber.
Once the calendars turn to June, the Waterloo Local School District will again have a new superintendent.
Been There, Done That: A car with abandonment issues
So we got the new-to-us car in November and we were perfectly happy with it — until our son was showing off his new ride. A 2017 F150 pickup truck.
Portage County obituaries for June 2-3
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Local activist behind ‘Bad Bruce Exhibit’ sues Zuchowski for alleged retaliation
A Palmyra resident filed a federal lawsuit against Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski last month alleging the sheriff and his subordinates retaliated against him for creating a social media page critical of the sheriff’s office.
County roundup: Garrettsville prepares for Summerfest, plus news from Hiram, Mantua and Nelson
- Roger Gordon.
The 2025 Garrettsville Summerfest will take place downtown from Friday, June 27 through Sunday, June 29. There will be two stages of live music and entertainment.
Around Brimfield: Positivity and resilience against the odds
- Shirley Mars.
Negativity seems to be rampant in these uncertain times and can feel quite overwhelming. While social media can be a great way to stay connected to people, it is also a purveyor of negativity. Many studies have proven that choosing to consume a diet rich in negativity can be harmful to one’s mental health.
Portage County obituaries for May 28-June 1
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
150th anniversary party will celebrate the Erie Depot that brought industry to Kent
June 1, 1875, was a big day for Kent. Marvin Kent, the man for whom the city is named, opened the Erie Depot in the hopes of attracting trains, business and industry.
Zoey St. John earns International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation pro status
Windhamite Zoey St. John, 20, won the overall bikini category at the NPC Worldwide Pittsburgh Natural Pro Qualifier and has officially earned pro status within the International Fitness and Bodybuilding Federation [IFBB].
One for the Books: Such devoted sisters
A song from the movie “White Christmas” is running through my head: “Sisters, sisters, there were never such devoted sisters.” Well, some of these fictional siblings are devoted to each other; some, not so much.
Therapy Goldendoodle joins Portage County Juvenile Court team
Struggling with drugs and/or alcohol can be scary for anyone, particularly for a child or teenager. To help those youths, Portage County Juvenile Court took on a new team member: Ravioli, a three-year-old Goldendoodle trained to provide comfort and emotional support to youths participating in Unity Court.