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Ravenna’s old water tower is no more, but a new one will soon take its place.

Why are we here? What happens when we die? I found some authors who offer some answers and who say there’s no reason to fear death at all.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

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.

The Rootstown Light It Up Committee, in coordination with the JEDD board, is painting a mural on the side of the Supreme Hair Design building at the corner of state Route 44 and Tallmadge Road.

Helping hands. Often we use that term metaphorically, as a way to illustrate the love and encouragement that others offer us. Lately, though, I’ve been considering helping hands more literally. I’ve been noticing the mystical language of hands — the hope, comfort and support they offer those in need.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

About 150 people attended an emergency meeting of the Portage County NAACP at the Kent United Church of Christ to share concerns about social media posts made by Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski and its potential negative effect on voter behavior.

Deerfield Township Trustees voted unanimously Sept. 17 to terminate Brian Kelderhouse, a part-time firefighter/paramedic with the department, who was accused of sexually harassing a female member of the fire department.

Hello Windham family! Post-Labor Day in Bomber Country always seems to be a turning point or symbolic start of a new year. Some of us feel a bit restless – anticipating the change of season, but not really feeling it yet (because the weather has still been hot), and many of us feel energized – ready to embrace the coming autumn and feeling a sense of renewal.

Charlestown Historical Society recently received a donation of a pot bellied stove, found in the old Charlestown school that was located where the township park is now.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

Thanks to a multi-million dollar purchase, an old tourist destination is set for new life.

At least 12 different schools throughout Northeast Ohio received social media threats last week, including one directed at Streetsboro City Schools.

The Edinburg Ohio Historical Society hosted its first guest speakers at its September meeting, held recently at Town Hall.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County

Portage County Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski seemed to encourage his friends and supporters to write down the addresses of people with Democratic yard signs, sparking accusations of voter intimidation.

Thanks to the foresight and vision of Ken Riley, a Waterloo science teacher, and the support of Mike Lanham, a member of the Waterloo grounds crew, there are extensive hiking trails that meander through meadows and forests behind the elementary school.

A public hearing will be held regarding implementation discussions of the pay-to-park that was passed last October at 7 p.m. Wednesday, Sept. 25 at Village Hall, located at 11617 Garfield Rd. It is being implemented to cover the rising costs of having police, fire and EMS.

Remembering those we’ve lost in Portage County