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History remembered at downtown Dover kiosks

  • January 8, 2010
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Thanks to the efforts of the Historic Canal Dover Association (HCDA) over the past four years, two new additions now grace the downtown city square area of Dover. Two historically significant kiosks were recently put into place. Dover Fire Chief Russ Volkert, chairman of the design committee for the project, explained how the idea for the kiosks developed. “The kiosks were the culmination of a...

SAFE

  • January 8, 2010
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In 2009, the state of Ohio issued new laws for child safety in automobiles. The new law made mandatory for the first time the use of booster seats for children between the ages of 4 and 8 who have not reached 4’9” in height. For parents, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), a non-governmental organization, issued new ratings for booster seats which caused some confusion. “The...

A boost for kids’ safety

  • January 8, 2010
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In 2009, the state of Ohio issued new laws for child safety in automobiles. The new law made mandatory for the first time the use of booster seats for children between the ages of 4 and 8 who have not reached 4’9” in height. For parents, the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS), a non-governmental organization, issued new ratings for booster seats which caused some confusion. “The...

TOOLS

  • January 8, 2010
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by jenniferdemuth Area residents who listed cleaning out the garage as one of their New Year’s resolutions or goals may want to hasten the cleaning process to help out a nonprofit agency in need. From now through Monday, Jan. 18, Habitat for Humanity of Tuscarawas Valley is collecting donations of gently used and/or new tools. And, fittingly, the organization is also looking for volunteers to...

Search is on Habitat for Humanity is looking for tools and the volunteers to use them

  • January 8, 2010
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by jenniferdemuth Area residents who listed cleaning out the garage as one of their New Year’s resolutions or goals may want to hasten the cleaning process to help out a nonprofit agency in need. From now through Monday, Jan. 18, Habitat for Humanity of Tuscarawas Valley is collecting donations of gently used and/or new tools. And, fittingly, the organization is also looking for volunteers to...

Sledding and ice-skating are traditional wintertime activities, but it is important to follow safety rules

  • January 8, 2010
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Ever since the first residents of Finland strapped flattened bone to the soles of their feet to more easily cross the ice some 4,000 years ago, and wooden sleds were constructed to transport goods across snow covered ground, humans have tried to conquer the effects of winter’s ice and snow. At some point, these efforts transformed into pleasurable recreational activities, a welcome diversion...

Job workshops available beginning Jan. 14

  • January 8, 2010
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Uhrichsville First United Methodist Church (corner of Third and Dawson streets) is beginning a series of one-night workshops to help individuals looking for a job or those who want to improve or get a better job. Recognizing the need for skills to be employed, the church has gathered a number of professionals to lead the various workshops. Topics covered include writing a resume, interviewing...

OBITUARY

  • January 8, 2010
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James Raymond “Jim” Besser Sr., 74, of Midvale, formerly of Dover and Newcomerstown, died Dec. 31, 2009, at the Coshocton Health & Rehabilitation Center. Jim was born Dec. 18, 1935, in Coshocton, to the late Raymond B. and Agnes E. Besser. Surviving are a son, James R. (Rebecca) Besser II of Coshocton; a grandson; half-sister, Bonnie A. Honabarger of Warsaw; mother-in-law, Melva Marquand...

Great Lakes Truck Driving School wins 2009 Economic Development Achievement Award

  • January 11, 2010
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Great Lakes Truck Driving School in Columbia Station was recognized for its positive impact on the local community as the winner of the Growth Capital 2009 Economic Development Achievement Award. The award was announced at the Growth Capital 27th annual meeting and awards dinner in Cleveland. It is given to the company that has helped the regions’ economy by raising productivity and incomes. The...

Orrville YPN plans spring Lunch and Learn series

  • January 11, 2010
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The Orrville Area Young Professionals Network announces their spring Lunch and Learn professional development series. Educational programs covering topics from job search and interviewing to entrepreneurship and financial planning are planned monthly from January to May. Designed for the busy professional, each session will include lunch at 11:30 a.m. followed by an engaging program that will...