Portage County obituaries for Dec. 23-Jan. 2
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Round Two: Christmas, like Hanukkah, can offer a lesson in resilience
- Tom Hardesty.
It’s been the better part of 40 to 50 years now, but I still vividly remember the big Christmas Day family gatherings at my grandparents’ house in Brimfield.
Dozens of Ravenna residents forced from their homes after apartment building condemned
Residents at Western Reserve Residential Rooms had to find new homes Dec. 18 following a morning inspection that left the building condemned.
Grant to help probation department offer more treatment services
A $487,487 grant from the state’s OneOhio Recovery Foundation will support the Portage County Adult Probation Department’s efforts to deliver additional services.
County roundup: Aurora police honor four citizens for saving woman’s life, plus news from Ravenna, Shalersville and Streetsboro
The Aurora Police Department honored four people – police officer Alexandria Libertucci, Clarence Goddard, Jose Soto and Chalmette Audia – who assisted in saving a woman’s life at Barrington about a month ago.
Aurora officially buys Geauga Lake in historic deal to open land to the public
- Tom Hardesty.
The City of Aurora’s purchase of the former SeaWorld property, which includes Geauga Lake’s 53 acres as well as 48 acres of lakefront land, officially closed Dec. 20, marking a significant step in the property’s transformation into a public park.
Senior Life: How to avoid scams
- Sally Kelly.
We recently watched the movie “Thelma” on Prime video. Although it was entertaining, it also was very educational about how elderly scams work. If you have not seen it, take the time to watch it when it becomes available. Keep in mind, we all say “It can’t happen to me.”
Been There, Done That: Car shopping and a great flag rescue
I thought when we replaced our little 2007 Jeep Liberty with a 2010 Ford Escape four years ago that we were done buying cars. We paid off the Escape last January. No more car payments, and I thought this should last me as long as I plan on being out in the working world. But a 15-year-old car is bound to start showing its age, especially with almost 185,000 miles on it.
Portage County obituaries for Dec. 18-22
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Sheriff’s office will work with social services agency to shuttle people released from jail
Newly released former inmates who don’t have rides from the Portage County Jail will soon be spared from walking along Infirmary Road.
Around Garrettsville: Theater in the new year, and new businesses in town
The Curtain up Theatre is proud to present “Charlotte’s Web” at 7 p.m. Jan. 17, 18, 24 and 25 and 1 p.m. Jan. 19 in the Iva Walker Auditorium, directed by Jackie Rinearson, adapted by Joseph Robinette and based on the book by E.B. White, with permission from Dramatic Publishing.
Kent City Council approves downtown parking changes to help drivers
Parking took center stage at Kent City Council’s Dec. 18 session, with city leaders approving a number of tweaks.
Aurora plans to hire an engineering inspector to oversee city construction projects
Aurora’s administrative ranks are growing, following council’s Dec. 16 decision to add two new non-union full-time positions.
Portage County obituaries for Dec. 18-19
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Neighborhood Development Services and Townhall II are partnering to open a new residential facility
The cash can’t come fast enough for Stacy Brown, who hopes to open a warming center/ residential facility at 3761 Lovers Lane in Ravenna.
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Around Charlestown: Santa Claus is comin’ to [Charles]town
Santa Claus made his annual Special Delivery appearance through Charlestown this month. One of his stops was at the home of Todd and Suzanne Hurd.
Around Edinburg: Celebrating the holidays the Edinburg way
- Cathy Klein.
The Edinburg Ohio Historical Society meeting will be held at 7 p.m. Jan. 8 at the Edinburg Town Hall, located at 6856 Tallmadge Road.
Around Windham: December is getting cozy in the Windham community
- Nicole Sweet.
Hello Windham Family! December is often considered a month of warmth, togetherness, and celebration, primarily associated with the winter holidays. Driving around Bomber Country, seeing all the beautiful lights and decorations, bring feelings of joy, family time, festive decorations, cozy nights, and a sense of reflection on the year that’s passed, with a hopeful outlook toward the new one coming soon. I want to wish everyone a safe and happy holiday season! I look forward to bringing you more Windham […]
Portage County obituaries for Dec. 16-17
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Vivid Vibes Boutique opens second location in Mantua with goal of helping customers feel confident
With many pieces straight from Beverly Hills, California, Vivid Vibes Boutique now has two locations to bring new, size-inclusive looks to the streets of Portage County.