Locked Out
For four years now the youth of St. John's United Church of Christ in Dover have braved the January cold to be locked out of their warm church for a cause, to raise awareness about homelessness in Tuscarawas County. Each year the church's youth group holds a lock out to benefit the Friends of the Homeless shelter of New Philadelphia, collecting donations of money, clothing, food and supplies...To the Editor:
During the bustle of everyday life, one may not think about the American Red Cross . . . unless your CPR card is about to expire. However, there is a group of people focused on the Red Cross and its ability to help in times of need. These people are members of the American Red Cross. It consists of volunteers from Tuscarawas, Carroll and Harrison counties. They are ready to respond to...
Sarah is looking for love at the Tuscarawas County Humane Society
Sarah, a 1 1/2-year-old coonhound, is currently the longest resident of the Tuscarawas County Humane Society. Having arrived at the shelter by the hands of our humane officer in May, she has made an enormous transformation. Sarah was in some of the worst mental shape we have ever seen, having never felt love, said staff member, Megan Kovalaske. It took our staff over a month before...
Group forms to create a new recreational trail and park
Dan Rice, of the Ohio and Erie Canalway Coalition, will be the featured speaker at a meeting in Tuscarawas Feb. 8 for individuals interested in developing trails and parks in Tuscarawas and Warwick Township and adjoining areas. The meeting will be held at the Tuscarawas Community Center at 7 p.m. At their first meeting on Tuesday, Jan. 11, the group showed optimism and foresight. On one of the...
Congressman Renacci announces second town hall meeting
Congressman Jim Renacci announced details of his second town hall meeting as Congressional Representative for Ohios 16th District. The meeting will take place Monday, Jan. 31, from 6:30-8 p.m., at the Wooster High School Performing Arts Center, located at 515 Oldman Rd., Wooster. Staying true to his campaign promise that he will remain accessible to his constituents, Congressman Renacci looks...Health board votes to raise RV, pool fees
With an eye on shoring up finances for basic services, the Holmes County Health Board voted to raise fees for pool and RV park licensing. The board voted to set fees for RV park licensing at $325 and pool licensing at $340 for 2011. The rates are higher than those suggested by Dr. D.J. McFadden, health commissioner, who presented recommendations of $275 for RV parks and $325 for...Millersburg Police Report, 01/22/11
Alarm drop reported at a Glen Dr. business; all was secure. Suspicious phone calls reported at a S. Washington residence. Vehicle reported blocking the roadway on Wooster Rd. Motorist assisted with a vehicle lockout on Trail Dr. Dog reported running at large in the area of N. Crawford St. Loud noise reported in the area of E. Adams St.Millersburg Police Report, 01/17/11
Holmes Fire District #1 squad personnel assisted on a squad run at a S. Washington residence. Suspicious person reported at a N. Washington business. Disabled vehicle reported on N. School St. Holmes County Sheriffs Office assisted with a call on TR 305. Motorist assisted with a vehicle lockout on N. Monroe St. Disabled vehicle reported on Glen Dr. Disturbance reported in the area of Sill St...
Scots hang tough down stretch to top Wittenberg
It certainly wasnt a classic performance or one for the highlight reels. But make no mistake. While it may not have been a thing of beauty, it certainly was one that defined heart, and when you are the top-ranked team in the nation, figuring out a way to win matters more than looking good. With first place in the country as well as the North Coast Athletic Conference on the line Jan. 22, The...