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Local author shares his father's letters at Newcomerstown Library program
Author Monte Ball of New Philadelphia will appear at the Newcomerstown Public Library Annex at 123 N. Bridge Street, Thursday, Nov. 14 at 6:30 p.m. to discuss his book “190 Letters: A Soldier’s Story of World War II”. The book is based on letters his father, Elvin Ball, wrote home from April 1941 through June 1945 while serving in the Army.Inspired by his father’s truthful and sometimes...
Turn your world around: 180 Youth Outreach
High school students will never have a better opportunity to share their faith with friends than they do now, while they are together in the community. First Baptist Church at New Philadelphia has provided a venue for kids in grades 9-12 at the 180 Youth Outreach. Each Wednesday evening from 6:30-8:30 p.m., students gather for live music, real people and meaningful messages. Most of all, 180...Making an all too obvious discovery
Summary Bruce Stambaugh shares about making an obvious discovery. Bruce Stambaugh writes about nature, weather, hobbies and people, often using personal experiences. Much to their dismay, he also writes about his family. He uses humor and pathos when he cant think of anything else to include. For November 18, 2013 I dont know why my wife and I couldnt see it. It took the wisdom of our...Share-a Christmas Holiday Hoopla includes local restaurants and live music
Share-A-Christmas helps families who are going through hard times to have a brighter Christmas each year. The Share-a-Christmas Holiday Hoopla All Out Restaurant War Saturday, Nov. 16 from noon to 3 p.m. at Park Place Teen Center in Tuscora Park is an opportunity to contribute to their cause while enjoying local cuisine. Seven area restaurants will be under one roof battling for the titles of...
Martial arts school offers anti-bullying program as part of regular curriculum
A 12-month battle with brain cancer drastically changed the life of Uhrichsville resident Eric Cox. Unable to work while being treated with chemotherapy, Cox made it his mission to stay focused and use his time wisely. What transpired over the course of his treatment and recovery would benefit others in a meaningful way through the non-profit Full Force TKD, Inc. The New Philadelphia tae kwon do...New Philadelphia wins the 16th annual Blood Battle
New Philadelphia repeated its narrow win of a year ago, claiming victory in the 16th annual Blood Battle staged Wednesday Oct. 30 at the YMCA in Dover. The Quakers brought in 32 blood donors, while 30 people donated in the name of the Dover Tornadoes. The two-donor margin is the same as last years win by New Philadelphia. Dover still leads in the series with 10 Blood Battle victories compared...
New Philadelphia Christmas parade seeks participants to light up the night
With Christmas just around the corner, the New Philadelphia Business and Community Association (NPBCA) is seeking participants for the 2013 New Philadelphia Christmas parade. The parade is scheduled Dec. 6 at 6 p.m. Preregistration is underway and local individuals, businesses and organizations are encouraged to participate. Because it is an evening parade, participants are encouraged to use...Mini seminar to focus on prevention and treatment of depression
About 15 million Americans suffer from depression. The stress and emotional toll of the upcoming holiday season can increase depression symptoms. To offer hope and help for area residents affected by depression, Trinity Hospital Twin City has teamed up with Ten Lakes Center to provide a free educational mini seminar about depression Thursday, Nov.14 at 6 p.m. at Park Christian Church, 236 Miller...