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.
- 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.
- 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.”
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.
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Newly released former inmates who don’t have rides from the Portage County Jail will soon be spared from walking along Infirmary Road.
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.
Parking took center stage at Kent City Council’s Dec. 18 session, with city leaders approving a number of tweaks.
Aurora’s administrative ranks are growing, following council’s Dec. 16 decision to add two new non-union full-time positions.
- Staff Report.
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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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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.
- 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.
- 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 […]
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
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.
- Staff Report.
Hometown Bank recently announced the retirement of longtime Public Relations Officer Marilyn Sessions. Sessions started working at Hometown Bank as a human resource representative in 2002.
Edinburg Edinburg Township is in the very, very preliminary stages of having a joint fire district with Charlestown, Paris, Palmyra and Deerfield townships. “If this eventually happens, we wouldn’t have as many fire departments so to speak,” township Vice Chair Chris Diehl said. “Everybody would kind of share the load.” Paris The Paris Township Trustees passed a resolution on a piece of property at 9483 Newton Falls Rd. that has a burned-out house on it. The trustees had to pass […]
- Sandy Engle.
While watching 62 firefighters from seven fire departments practice search-and-rescue skills, it was obvious that these brave individuals have found their calling. Our county auditor, Matt Kelly, looked on with pride and shared how his years of firefighting in the military created an even greater appreciation for firefighters.
At just 17 years old, Bella Fazekas, known in Taekwondo circles as “Bella the Beast,” has earned an extraordinary title — 3rd in the World for Taekwondo Sparring in the Junior Female category (Ages 15-17, -55kg). A competitor driven by passion, determination, and an unwavering commitment to excellence, Bella’s rise to the top is a testament to years of hard work, training, and an innate love for the sport.