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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.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

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.

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.

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.

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 […]

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.

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 […]

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.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

The cities of Kent, Streetsboro and Ravenna have reached an agreement with the county over the value of property retained by the Portage County sheriff when he withdrew his agency from a joint drug task force in 2021.

In late October, an old valve failed as the Village of Hiram took down its old water tower after a new one was added. This could have potentially contaminated local water.

Getting sick is never fun. Whether a sore throat, runny nose or skin rash, you don’t want to wait days to see a doctor. That’s where same-day sick care visits come in handy. These visits allow you see a provider quickly, treat minor illnesses and get back to feeling your best.