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Controversy surrounds proposed memorial for New Philadelphia murder victims
NEW PHILADELPHIA, SCHUYLKILL COUNTY (WBRE/WYOU) — A controversy is unfolding in a Schuylkill County community over a proposed memorial for two murdered teens. 16-year-old Angelito Caraballo and 18-year-old Hunter Mock from New Philadelphia were murdered last year. Their mothers want to honor the teens with a memorial, but they say their effort is being rejected […]
Hot dogs, cool cats: Adoptable pets from Tuscarawas County Humane Society Animal Shelter
Cranberry, a 2.5-year-old spayed female, is among the cats available for adoption at the Tuscarawas County Humane Society Animal Shelter, 1432 Tall Timber Road NE in New Philadelphia. Cranberry is one of the most social kitties available for adoption from the humane society. She doesn't enjoy being carried around but will run to you for all the love. Cranberry can also be playful.
Jerry Lahmers appointed to fill vacancy on Tuscarawas County Board of Elections
Jerry Lahmers, 78, of Newcomerstown, has been appointed to fill a vacancy on the Tuscarawas County Board of Elections. He was selected by the Tuscarawas County Republican Party Executive Committee, and the choice must be approved by the Ohio Secretary of State. NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ Republicans have chosen Jerry Lahmers...
Looking for summer fun? Find food, entertainment at festivals in Tuscarawas County
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY ‒ The return of summer and warmer weather brings the start of festival season in Tuscarawas County. A wide variety of events are planned throughout the area, starting with the Canal Dover Festival in downtown Dover. Here is a listing of events:. The festival includes entertainment on...
Art on the Alley will bring music, food and vendors to downtown New Philadelphia on Sunday
NEW PHILADELPHIA ‒ Council had a light agenda on Monday with three council members absent. During the session: Mayor Joel Day reminded residents that Art on the Alley is scheduled for this Sunday from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. in downtown New Philadelphia. He described it as one of the biggest arts-centered events in...
Berlin festival, historical societies, Winesburg park Harvest Ridge among bed tax recipients
Largest grant was $40,000. Grants intended for promoting visitors to come and stay in Holmes County. More than $400,000 in requests for Bed Tax Grants were submitted to the the Holmes County commissioners, but only had around $200,000 was available to distribute. Commissioners approved grants totaling $209,358 for various events/organizations,...
State grants to fund repairs to highways in Dennison and Baltic damaged by April floods
TUSCARAWAS COUNTY ‒ Two area highways damaged during flooding in early April have been awarded grants by the Ohio Public Works Commission (OPWC) through its discretionary Emergency Program. The agency awarded $359,550 to repair a road slip on Stillwater Avenue in Dennison. The highway carries Ohio 800 through town. In addition, $266,533 was awarded for slope stabilization on County Road 46 (Ragersville Road) near Baltic. ...
'A great break from the real world:' Garaway's Samantha Miller loves being outdoors
Editor's Note: The Times-Reporter is profiling one senior from each of the school districts in Tuscarawas County coinciding with graduation. They were nominated by school administrators. SUGARCREEK ‒ Garaway senior Samantha Miller enjoys spending as much time as possible in the outdoors, whether it's golfing, hiking the Appalachian Trail or hunting deer and turkey with her father and her younger brother. ...
Stone Creek Volunteer Fire Department will celebrate its 75th anniversary in June
STONE CREEK – The Stone Creek Volunteer Fire Department came about after a community meeting in 1949. Before that, the village had a fire wagon that community members used to fight fires. However, the fleet has grown over the years, and the department continues to grow and flourish. Stone Creek Fire & Rescue...
See which Coshocton project just received $6.7 million in grant money from the state
The last round of funding from the Appalachian Community Grant Program has been announced with $51 million for Ohio's Wonderful Waterfronts Initiative. This includes $6.7 million to Skip's Landing for construction of a multi-use path, boat ramp, nature walk, play area and more. Also getting funding was painting of downtown...
Zanesville business man hopes to keep Battle Axe Throwing of Coshocton a cut above
COSHOCTON − A unique recreation destination in Coshocton is changing hands, but keeping its name and much of what has made it popular. Battle Axe Throwing at 1941 Otsego Ave. was opened in August 2021 by Canda and Jay Tarman. The building was once home to Stewart Interiors. It has eight, 15-foot lanes for people to throw axes at a target. ...
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