County roundup: Hiram considers end to towing, plus news from Freedom, Garrettsville, Mantua and Windham
The Village of Hiram is looking to implement a boot system rather than towing vehicles parked illegally.
Documenters: Windham Township Trustees meeting for Feb. 1, 2024
- Ryan Lind.
The township received an offer on the recently acquired property formerly known as Windham Alloy. The proposed sale would allow the township to retain rights and profits to the cell tower on the property.
Funds available for county residents who need help with rent, mortgage payments and more
The clock is ticking on funds older county residents may be able to use for rent, utilities, home repair, property taxes and mortgage payments.
Portage County obituaries for Feb. 2-4
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Boys, Girls State programs offer unique look into legislative process
High school teachers across the county will soon be responding to a tough request from their local American Legion post.
Around Suffield: All-you-can-eat soups and some great laughs coming to Suffield
Things are very busy for the months of February and March around Suffield. Two popular planned fund raisers are scheduled.
How to apply for a Healthy Aging Grant in Portage County
In a recent Senior Life column, Sally Kelly wrote about help Portage County is offering to seniors who are having trouble meeting their bills. Here is a detailed look:
Letter: TimeBanks are a community-building network
TimeBanks are membership organizations that support the exchange of services between its members. Each member shares their “Requests” (something they need) and “Offers” (something they can do) on the TimeBank-specific software.
Portage County obituaries for Jan. 31-Feb. 1
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Small renovation becomes big potential liability for Deerfield Township, officials say
One current and one former Deerfield Township trustee say one of their colleagues violated Ohio’s Sunshine Laws by changing the terms of a building restoration contract without their knowledge, a decision that could become a liability with the state auditor’s office.
City of Kent issues warning to The Tulips over unfinished downtown building
With little to no progress evident on a partially built six-story structure in downtown Kent, the city has issued an official warning to the owner, The Tulips LLC.
Senior Life: Healthy Aging Grant offers support for more than the bare minimum
- Sally Kelly.
In a recent column I “complained” that there were not enough services available for Portage County seniors. I have to eat my words now because there is financial assistance available to individuals 60 years or older with a yearly income of about $42,000.
Around Brimfield: February is for lovers, library events, and a disco ball helmet
- Shirley Mars.
If you ask me to name someone who knows about true love, my answer would be Thurman and Judy Church.
Portage County obituaries for Jan. 29-30
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Kent’s new city hall will open this summer after years of planning
Construction of Kent’s new city hall is on track and the building should be open in July, said city Service Director Melanie Baker.
Documenters: Brimfield Township Trustees meeting for Jan. 24, 2024
- Ryan Lind.
Rock complained about the delinquency of taxes not collected from the Econo Lodge in Brimfield going back to 2017. Rock estimates the establishment owes over $42,000, plus late fees.
County roundup: Low-cost Valentine’s childcare in Brimfield, plus news from Atwater, Mogadore and Suffield
“Valentine’s Night Out” will take place Saturday, Feb. 10. Parents can drop off their children ages 5-12 at the Brimfield Community Center between 5:30 and 9 p.m. – and then enjoy a night out.
Portage County obituaries for Jan. 26-28
- Staff Report.
Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County
Spectrum will expand broadband in rural Portage County with federal funding
- Jeremy Brown.
During an event on Jan. 25, representatives from Charter Communications, which goes by the brand name Spectrum, announced that the service expansion will reach more than 290 homes and small businesses in Portage County. The new lines will carry internet, TV, mobile and voice services.
Streetsboro temporarily bans Airbnbs and other short-term rentals in new zoning laws
Streetsboro’s Jan. 22 revamp of its zoning code has the city banning personal vacation rentals like Airbnbs, at least for now.