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???? Gifts from the heart, straight from your phone

Our cell phone cameras are with us constantly, capturing special moments along with the everyday memories of our lives. Turn those images into keepsakes for everyone on your list easily and quickly with the help of J9 Gifts, a local Portage County business.

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5 Powerful Hacks For Funding Your Holiday Gift Account

The holiday and gift giving season is a few months away, but now is the time to start saving money.

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Board of Elections removes sheriff’s office from security detail over partisan comments

The Portage County Board of Elections has dismissed the sheriff’s office from providing election security at the board office. Instead, security will be provided by Ravenna police.

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BREAKING: Tornado warning issued for parts of Portage County until 5:45 p.m. (updated)

Flying debris will be dangerous to those caught without shelter. Mobile homes will be damaged or destroyed. Damage to roofs, windows, and vehicles will occur. Tree damage is likely.

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Business Trends Making a Difference in 2023

What are the hottest solutions in today's business world? At least one is a revamped version of a strategy that debuted in the 1970s: management by objectives.

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Caring for sick pets is an unaddressed burden, Kent State researchers say

Having cared for her own dog as it battled two chronic diseases, Kent State psychology professor Mary Beth Spitznagel knew that caring for sick pets can be similar to caring for family members.

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County commissioners will resume their own livestreaming for over $43,000

Portage County commissioners will soon be livestreaming their meetings, thanks to a $43,466 investment in equipment and software. BIS Digital...

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Documenters: Aurora City Council meeting for July 17, 2023

Voting on the ordinance to purchase land near Geauga Lake was postponed due to still negotiating final agreements.

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Former Euclid schools principal will be next Waterloo superintendent

Waterloo Local School District has selected Angela Terella to replace outgoing superintendent Shawn Braman, who departs this summer to take a job at Northwest Local Schools in Canal Fulton.

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Garrettsville native shoots for Guinness World Record for lip balm collection

Looking for lip balm? Brooke Heasley Al-Noubani of Garrettsville has some, but she might not be willing to share.

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Health studio opens in downtown Kent’s new Garage 108 project

Step into the entrance of Galerie Wellness, a new high-end wellness center and studio at 122 W. College St. in Kent. “You are exactly where you need to be,” reads the black-and-white mosaic tile at your feet.

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Introducing The Portager Fundraiser Program

The Portager is giving student groups, nonprofits and community organizations the opportunity to raise money while supporting local news coverage in their communities.

Pay-to-park proposal in Hiram no more as college, village come to mutual agreement

County roundup: Mogadore makes ready for Christmas in the Village, plus news from Atwater, Suffield and Randolph

Aurora approves contract to update planning, zoning and building software

Around Brimfield: Santa comes to Brimfield, plus more news around the township

Pay-to-park proposal in Hiram no more as college, village come to mutual agreement

County roundup: Mogadore makes ready for Christmas in the Village, plus news from Atwater, Suffield and Randolph

Aurora approves contract to update planning, zoning and building software

Wild Goats in Kent is once again accepting tips

Portage County Commissioners approve Wohlwend Properties 10-year tax abatement

Noise relief coming soon for Land O’Lakes Kent neighbors

Around Brimfield: Santa comes to Brimfield, plus more news around the township

Outdoors: Everything you should know about turkeys

Letter to the editor: Standing Rock’s solar future

Portage County obituaries for Nov. 27-Dec. 1

Portage County obituaries for Nov. 25-26

Portage County obituaries for Nov. 22-24

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???? Gifts from the heart, straight from your phone

5 Powerful Hacks For Funding Your Holiday Gift Account

Board of Elections removes sheriff’s office from security detail over partisan comments

BREAKING: Tornado warning issued for parts of Portage County until 5:45 p.m. (updated)

Business Trends Making a Difference in 2023

Caring for sick pets is an unaddressed burden, Kent State researchers say

County commissioners will resume their own livestreaming for over $43,000

Documenters: Aurora City Council meeting for July 17, 2023

Former Euclid schools principal will be next Waterloo superintendent

Garrettsville native shoots for Guinness World Record for lip balm collection

Health studio opens in downtown Kent’s new Garage 108 project

Introducing The Portager Fundraiser Program