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Space presents World War II veteran with long-overdue service medals

  • May 7, 2010
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U.S. Rep. Zack Space recently presented New Philadelphia native Kenneth D. Kappler, who served as a Technician Fifth Grade during World War II, with six service medals honoring his conduct during the conflict. Kappler never received the medals after leaving the service. “It is with great honor that I present Mr. Kappler with these medals, which are much-deserved and long-overdue,” said Space...

Tuscarawas Philharmonic to present unique movie and TV show music

  • May 7, 2010
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The Tuscarawas Philharmonic will entertain concert-goers with high-flying music from blockbuster movies and television shows Saturday, May 8, as the orchestra takes off on Flights of Fancy. The music of John Williams, James Horner, and Jerry Goldsmith underscores such epic tales as Star Trek, E.T., Star Wars, and 2001: A Space Odyssey – all famous stories told against the backdrop of the stars...

ECO-BIA holds EPA certified lead renovator training classes

  • May 7, 2010
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As of April 22, the EPA requires all contractors working in homes built before lead paint was banned to be trained and certified under the Lead Paint: Renovation, Repair and Painting rule (LRRP). Contractors subject to the rule include remodelers, carpenters, plumbers, heating and air conditioning workers, window installers and others. Homeowners will need to ask their remodeler if they are an...

Merchants and Artists Walk set for May 15, in downtown New Philadelphia

  • May 7, 2010
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“The artists really add a lot to our community as far as their creative elements,” said Diane Lautenschleger, administrative director with the New Philadelphia Business and Community Association (NPBCA). Ten downtown New Philadelphia businesses and a church will open their doors for a Merchants and Artists Walk Saturday, May 15, from 6-9 p.m., sponsored by the business association. The theme...

Library to offer programs for job seekers

  • May 7, 2010
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The branches of the Tuscarawas County Public Library will hold informational sessions on services available in Tuscarawas County for job hunters and those looking to improve their employability. Representatives from the Employment Source and ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) will discuss the programs and services these agencies provide to those who are seeking employment, changing careers,...

Teens behind the wheel and in control at roadeo

  • May 7, 2010
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The 16th annual Teen Driving Roadeo, sponsored by Safe Kids Tuscarawas, was held April 28, at the Tuscarawas County Fairgrounds. Nine of the 10 area high schools participated on a chilly day to win cash prizes and bragging rights plus a trophy for the best and most prepared drivers in a variety of driving safety categories. All the students answered two short-answer essay questions on timely...

Young donor gives others a chance to read

  • May 7, 2010
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The Tuscarawas County Public Library recently learned of an unexpected gift from one of its young library patrons. Twelve-year-old Noah Vogel, of New Philadelphia, has provided the library with $500 to buy new books for the children’s department of its main library. Vogel is a home-school student in the sixth grade. He was the winner of an essay contest sponsored by the Foundation for...

FFD Financial declares quarterly dividend and announces stock repurchase

  • May 8, 2010
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FFD Financial Corporation recently announced that on April 20, the board of directors declared a dividend of 17 cents per share to shareholders of record on April 30, payable on May 14. The rate of 17 cents per share represents the same dividend rate paid for the same period the prior year. This is the 57th consecutive quarter FFD Financial Corporation has paid a dividend. The board of...

Smithville Historical Society tin shop ready for grand opening

  • May 8, 2010
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The Smithville Community Historical Society met Monday, May 3, at 7 p.m., in the Reception Center. Harold Downey, president, called the meeting to order. Bob Studer led the opening prayer. The new tin shop is finished. David Evans and Joe Irvin provided some of the tools. The grand opening will be during for the first open house on Sunday, June 13. Nita Downey updated the historical society...

Holmes County dog warden presents information to Handy Helpers 4-H Club

  • May 8, 2010
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The Killbuck Handy Helpers 4-H Club met Wednesday, April 28, at the Killbuck firehouse with 16 members present. The meeting was called to order by Wyatt Snow, president. The pledges were led by Garrett Blake and Lyndsey Davis, and roll call was taken by Riley Wilcox, secretary. A demonstration was given by Reagan Tetreault, Holmes County dog warden. Topics covered were safety tips to avoid dog...