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Donation of wheelchair gives Minerva teen mobility

September 1, 2010

A family's donation of an electric wheelchair to the Malvern Volunteer Fire Department, and assistance by the Malvern American Legion Valley Post 375, brought a smile and increased mobility to a Minerva... Read Story.

Village deems properties hazardous

September 1, 2010

Minerva Service Director Steve Jackson reported to Village Council, at its meeting Aug. 24, that in his capacity as building inspector, he has examined and photographed... Read Story.

Brown trustees updated about tax abatements

September 1, 2010

The Brown Township Board of Trustees learned Aug. 16 the status of two tax abatements in the township. Trustee Rod Wise reported that a tax abatement for the Minerva Colfor plant was approved by the Tax... Read Story.

Marijuana plants seized in Carroll County's eradication program

September 1, 2010

The Carroll County Sheriff's Office has conducted a two-day marijuana-eradication operation throughout the county and seized numerous marijuana plants from various locations. Charges are... Read Story.

E. Rochester man dies after being hit by car

September 1, 2010

Troopers from the Ohio State Highway Patrol Lisbon Post are investigating a crash that left an East Rochester man dead after being struck by a car. According to the police reports, the crash occurred... Read Story.

Malvern recycling site moves

September 1, 2010

The Carroll-Columbiana-Harrison Solid Waste District recycling site in Malvern has moved to the Malvern Community Park on state Route 43. Follow the blue "Recycling Center" signs inside the park to get to the site. "The... Read Story.

MWCD lakes not affected by algae, are safe to use

September 1, 2010

The Muskingum Watershed Conservancy District lakes are not suffering from the potentially harmful effects of algae and continue to be safe for all routine recreational activities. Several lakes and... Read Story.

Fireworks set for Saturday at Atwood Lake Park

September 1, 2010

Summer is winding down, but Atwood Lake Park will feature a full blast of activity this weekend over the Labor Day holiday. The park will host a giant fireworks show on Saturday night, Sept. 4, at dark near... Read Story.

Early deadlines set for Labor Day

September 1, 2010

The News Leader will have early deadlines for the Sept. 9 issue in observance of Labor Day, Sept. 6. Society news items must be submitted by 5 p.m. Thursday, Sept. 2. General and sports news items must be submitted by... Read Story.

Proceeds from Healing Field benefit charitable trust, local organizations

August 25, 2010

During a meeting Aug. 18, Roger Bartley closed the Celebration of Freedom Healing Field with a presentation of donations to the Minerva Area Charitable Trust and local... Read Story.

Stark County Fair gets under way Aug. 31

August 25, 2010

The 2010 Stark County Fair will run Tuesday, Aug. 31, through Monday, Sept. 6, offering all the food, rides, animals, exhibits and entertainment that Stark Countians of all ages look forward to every year. ... Read Story.

Rotary Club of Malvern plans pancake breakfast

August 25, 2010

The Rotary Club of Malvern will hold a pancake breakfast Saturday, Sept. 4, 7-11 a.m., in the Malvern United Methodist Educational Building, 121 Wood St. Making pancakes at the 2009 event are (from left)... Read Story.

Dog Days features tug of war

August 25, 2010

The annual Dog Days of Summer was held at Municipal Park in Minerva last Saturday afternoon, with many area residents enjoying free swimming at the Firemen's Pool and free food underneath the pavilion. The boys team... Read Story.

Stark treasurer removed from office

August 25, 2010

In an unprecedented move, Stark County commissioners removed Gary Zeigler from his elected position as county treasurer, Monday, Aug. 23. The board named Deputy Treasurer... Read Story.

Early deadlines set for Labor Day issue

August 25, 2010

Knox School Road closing

August 25, 2010

Bert Dawson, Columbiana County Engineer, announces the closing of County Road 403, Knox School Road, in West Township, between TR 820, Sandy Spring Road, and County Road 402, Rochester Road, for a culvert-replacement project. ... Read Story.

Free food distribution set Aug. 27

August 25, 2010

On Friday, Aug. 27, St. Paul's Lutheran Church will give away free food to residents living in the Minerva School District. Registration will be at 8 a.m., followed by the distribution 9-11 a.m. at St. Paul's Lutheran... Read Story.

2010 Stark County Fair Schedule

August 25, 2010

2010 Stark County Fair... Read Story.

Golden Age Retreat sets open house

August 25, 2010

What could be better than celebrating in 50s style with girls in poodle skirts, food, homemade ice cream and great entertainment? Carroll Golden Age Retreat has it all and more scheduled for its open house, Saturday,... Read Story.

GuardCare helps 722 individuals

August 25, 2010

GuardCare, a medical initiative through the Ohio National Guard and Air Force Reserve, provided free health screenings to 722 individuals over the two weekends it was in Carrollton. GuardCare was made possible through a... Read Story.

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